New Orleans Pelicans vs Houston Rockets Odds

The Pelicans will play the Rockets on Wednesday, January 31st, 2024. Your timezone's tip off time is 8:10 pm EST. Check local listings or your nearest streaming app for coverage.

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Key Matchup Stats

The New Orleans Pelicans and the Houston Rockets will tip-off on Wednesday, January 31st, 2024 in what should be another exciting matchup of the 2023-24 NBA season. As we look ahead beyond the season's midway point, it's important to note that each team's performance trends are now falling into place. Use the following analytical insights to size up this matchup and to place an informed wager.

  • SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - The New Orleans Pelicans come to this game with a 91.67 power ranking. The power ranking for their opponent, the Houston Rockets, is currently 90.67. Note that the higher power ranking usually correlates to the favorite team, while the lower ranking to the underdog.
  • Away New Orleans Pelicans - The New Orleans Pelicans currently have a 12-11 away team record. They now rank 5th in the league for away team wins.
  • Home Houston Rockets - The Houston Rockets come to the floor sporting a 17-8 record as a home team. As a result, they stand 3rd in the league for home team wins in the 2023-24 NBA regular season.
  • Average Points Per Game - The New Orleans Pelicans currently rank 11th (116.6) for average points scored per game. The Houston Rockets stand 20th, averaging 113.7 PPG.
  • Average Opponent Points Per Game - Opponents have scored an average of 113.1 points against the New Orleans Pelicans, ranking them 17th in the league. Meanwhile, the Houston Rockets currently rank 20th in the league for points scored against them. Their current standing is 112.5 OPPG.
  • Team Division Records - The New Orleans Pelicans currently have a 5-6 Western Southwest Division division record. Their opponent, the Houston Rockets, come to the game with a 7-2 Western Southwest Division standing.
  • Overall Team Records - The New Orleans Pelicans have a 26-21 overall record, while the Houston Rockets have a 22-24 standing.

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Avast ye, mateys! On Wednesday, January 31st, 2024, another thrilling clash unfolds in the 2023-24 NBA regular season. The New Orleans Pelicans, with a 26-21 overall standing, face off against the Houston Rockets, sitting at 22-24. The Houston Rockets' venue is buzzing with excitement...

With a 5-6 Western Southwest Division record, the Pelicans are fighting to climb higher in the rankings. Meanwhile, the Rockets hold a commanding 7-2 division record, ready to defend their turf. It's divisional rivalry at its fiercest...

Both teams have been displaying remarkable offensive prowess this season. The Pelicans have been averaging 116.6 points per game, while the Rockets have been nailing an average of 113.7. Expect a high-scoring showdown...

To get a better understanding of each team's performance, be sure to review their stats. But that's not all! Our preferred sportsbooks offer some of the best point spreads, totals, and moneylines for this game. So, bet with confidence...

If you're hungry for more action, we have a great sampling of this game's prop bets below. So grab your jolly roger and set sail for an evening of intense NBA action. It's a clash of titans, and only one shall emerge victorious...

Best Pelicans at Rockets Odds


Best Point Spread Betting Odds
Underdog

New Orleans Pelicans
Favorite

Houston Rockets
The Houston Rockets have a -1 -113 point spread at BetRivers VA. They are the point spread favorite in this matchup. The New Orleans Pelicans have a +1.5 -115 point spread at BetMGM. The New Orleans Pelicans are the point spread underdogs. Review how to bet on a point spread with our text and video tutorials.

Best Total Betting Odds
OverUnder
BetRivers has the best over line of 230.5 points. Risk $112 to win $100. BetMGM has the best under line of 230.5 points. Risk $105 to win $100. Our tutorial explains more about total bets.

Best Moneyline Betting Odds
Underdog

New Orleans Pelicans
Favorite

Houston Rockets
The Houston Rockets are the -115 moneyline favorite. Risk $115 to win $100 on the Houston Rockets at BetMGM. The New Orleans Pelicans are the -103 underdog at BetRivers. Risk $103 to win $100 on the New Orleans Pelicans. Learn more about how to bet on money lines.

Matchup Odds FAQs

What is the point spread for the New Orleans Pelicans vs Houston Rockets NBA game on Wednesday, January 31st, 2024?

The Houston Rockets are -1 -113 point spread favorites at BetRivers, while the New Orleans Pelicans are +1.5 -115 point spread underdogs at BetMGM.

What is the over-under total line for the New Orleans Pelicans vs Houston Rockets NBA game on Wednesday, January 31st, 2024?

The best over line is 230.5 -112 points at BetRivers, which means you risk $112 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 230.5 -105 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $105 to win $100 betting the under.

What is the moneyline for the New Orleans Pelicans vs Houston Rockets NBA game on Wednesday, January 31st, 2024?

The Houston Rockets are the -115 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and the New Orleans Pelicans are the -103 moneyline underdog at BetRivers.

NBA Odds Example

NBA Odds and Outcomes Explained

Game
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Pelicans
Rockets
1/31/24 8:10pm EST
+1 -108-1 -113
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Underdog New Orleans Pelicans - New Orleans Pelicans bettors risk $100 to win $92.59 at -108 odds.

A +1 New Orleans Pelicans underdog bet wins if the result is a tie, or they win outright. The bet pushes if they lose by 1. Your bet loses if they lose by 2 or more.

Favorite Houston Rockets - Houston Rockets bettors risk $100 to win $88.5 at -113 odds.

A -1 Houston Rockets favorite bet wins if they win by 2 or more. The bet pushes if they win by 1. Your bet loses if the result is a tie, or they lose outright.

New Orleans Pelicans at Houston Rockets Prop Bets

NBA Prop Bets
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BetRivers Sports Betting BetRivers
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Pelicans
Rockets
First Team To Score
1/31/24 8:10pm EST
-124-108Bet
Rockets
Team Total Points
NOP at HOU
1/31/24 8:10pm EST
115.5 o -115115.5 u -113Bet
Pelicans
Team Total Points
NOP at HOU
1/31/24 8:10pm EST
115.5 o -106115.5 u -124Bet
Alperen Sengun
Points Scored
NOP at HOU
1/31/24 8:10pm EST
23.5 o -11223.5 u -118Bet
BetRivers Sports Betting BetRivers
Alperen Sengun
Points, Rebounds & Assists
NOP at HOU
1/31/24 8:10pm EST
39.5 o -10939.5 u -122Bet
Brandon Ingram
Points Scored
NOP at HOU
1/31/24 8:10pm EST
24.5 o -13224.5 u -103Bet
Brandon Ingram
Points, Rebounds & Assists
NOP at HOU
1/31/24 8:10pm EST
35.5 o -15735.5 u +114Bet
CJ McCollum
Points, Rebounds & Assists
NOP at HOU
1/31/24 8:10pm EST
28.5 o -15028.5 u +110Bet
BetRivers Sports Betting BetRivers
CJ McCollum
Points Scored
NOP at HOU
1/31/24 8:10pm EST
20.5 o -10620.5 u -127Bet
Dillon Brooks
Points Scored
NOP at HOU
1/31/24 8:10pm EST
13.5 o -10613.5 u -127Bet
Fred VanVleet
Points, Rebounds & Assists
NOP at HOU
1/31/24 8:10pm EST
26.5 o -11026.5 u -121Bet
Fred VanVleet
Points Scored
NOP at HOU
1/31/24 8:10pm EST
14.5 o -11714.5 u -114Bet
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Jabari Smith Jr
Points Scored
NOP at HOU
1/31/24 8:10pm EST
13.5 o -12213.5 u -109Bet
Jalen Green
Points Scored
NOP at HOU
1/31/24 8:10pm EST
19.5 o -12019.5 u -112Bet
Jalen Green
Points, Rebounds & Assists
NOP at HOU
1/31/24 8:10pm EST
28.5 o -10828.5 u -124Bet
Jonas Valanciunas
Points Scored
NOP at HOU
1/31/24 8:10pm EST
14.5 o -10814.5 u -124Bet
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Zion Williamson
Points, Rebounds & Assists
NOP at HOU
1/31/24 8:10pm EST
32.5 o -12232.5 u -108Bet
Zion Williamson
Points Scored
NOP at HOU
1/31/24 8:10pm EST
22.5 o -12722.5 u -105Bet

Team Standings

2023-2024 NBA Regular Season Standings - New Orleans Pelicans, Houston Rockets
Team W L Pct GB Home Away Div Conf PPG Op. PPG Diff Strk L10
New Orleans Pelicans41260.612+12.020-1321-139-626-18116.1111.0+5.1W27-3
Houston Rockets32350.478+21.023-119-249-522-19113.2112.5+0.7W57-3

New Orleans Pelicans & Houston Rockets Futures Odds

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New Orleans Pelicans Championship Odds
2023-24 New Orleans Pelicans NBA Championship Odds

Team
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Pelicans
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Houston Rockets Championship Odds
2023-24 Houston Rockets NBA Championship Odds

Team
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Rockets
+100000
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New Orleans Pelicans & Houston Rockets Team Pages

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How to Bet on the New Orleans Pelicans vs Houston Rockets NBA Game

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