Albert
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My Prediction
Dallas Mavericks by 5Alright, let's put on our analysis hats and delve into this upcoming kerfuffle between the Dallas Mavericks and the New Orleans Pelicans. From the Lone Star state, we've got the Mavericks strutting around with some heavy artillery in their arsenal. Last season's performance by Kyrie Irving was solid with an average of 24.1 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 4.9 assists per game. Not to forget P.J. Washington Jr. who was a dynamo with 14.0 points and 8.1 rebounds per game.
Now, shifting our attention over to this flock of Pelicans, what seemed like quite a disappointment this season might find some light at the end of the tunnel. As last season's stats suggest, Zion Williamson and Dejounte Murray were performing admirably with an average of 23.2 points, 8.3 rebounds and 17.6 points, 6.6 rebounds per game respectively. Keep a close eye on Trey Murphy III though, who was a spark plug with 21.2 points per game last season.
When it comes to previous matches between these two teams, it's as tight as it gets. Edging it out by just a hair, the Pelicans won the last faceoff with a score of 119 to the Mavericks 116. But hey, the Mavericks have come back stronger in the recent past. They'd have to bring their A-game though, to climb up from their 9th position in the Western Conference.
Now, judging by the recent track record, the Mavericks seem to be in a slightly better stride than the Pelicans, who are languishing at the 14th position in the Western Conference with a lackluster regular Season Record of 12-35. The scoreboard doesn't always tell the whole tale, but I've learned not to argue with numbers.
So, with all factors taken into consideration, it's time for the moment of truth. Drumroll, please...
Albert’s Prediction: Dallas Mavericks by 5