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Friday Night will see another solid slate of NBA games with 11 as the Chicago Bulls take on the Orlando Magic, the New Orleans Pelicans will host the Denver Nuggets, and the Los Angeles Lakers will hope to bounce back and return to winning ways, when they travel to the Moda Center to play Portland Trail Blazers.
Our Basketball expert Agbeniga Ayobami has a 6.49 parlay for Friday night action, so if you want more from her, visit our Expert Insights section.
In this article:
- Chicago Bulls vs Orlando Magic: Orlando Magic +2.5
- New Orleans Pelicans vs Denver Nuggets: Denver Nuggets -4.5
- Portland Trail Blazers vs Los Angeles Lakers: LA Lakers -7.5
NBA Monday Parlay odds: 6.49
Odds via bet365 as at 09:00, 17th November 2023. Odds may now differ.
Chicago Bulls vs Orlando Magic: Magic Streak
In their recent matchup against the Magic, the Chicago Bulls faced a narrow defeat with a final score of 96-94. The Magic secured the win by capitalising on their three-point shooting, hitting 28.6% from beyond the arc (8 out of 28) and displaying efficiency at the free-throw line with 80.0% accuracy (24 of 30).
Chicago struggled defensively, allowing Orlando to convert 39.0% of their field goal attempts (32 out of 82) and conceding 46 total rebounds, including 12 offensive rebounds.
On the offensive end, the Bulls posted a field goal percentage of 39.8%, making 33 of 83 attempts. Their three-point shooting was at 27.3%, connecting on 9 of 33 attempts, while they exhibited proficiency at the free-throw line with an 86.4% success rate (19 of 22).
Zach LaVine emerged as a key contributor, scoring 19 points on 37.5% shooting, securing 6 rebounds, and providing 3 assists in 36 minutes of play.
Looking at the season statistics, the Orlando Magic hold a 6-5 win-loss record. They excel in rebounding, averaging 44.6 rebounds per game, and have recorded 261 assists. However, their three-point shooting percentage is at 32.9%, and they score an average of 108.3 points per game. Defensively, the Magic force an impressive 17.4 turnovers per game while drawing 23.4 fouls.
On the other hand, the Chicago Bulls have a 4-8 record for the season. They commit 20.1 fouls per game and shoot 80.5% from the free-throw line. Offensively, they have a field goal percentage of 44.0%, ranking 27th in the league.
Defensively, the Bulls allow 112.3 points per game, force 17.0 turnovers, and have a field goal percentage against them of 46.4%. They struggle in defending the three-point line, allowing opponents to shoot 36.8%, and rank 26th in assists and 29th in rebounds allowed per game.
New Orleans Pelicans vs Denver Nuggets: Nuggets are on Fire
Denver Nuggets bounced back with a 111-108 victory against the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday. Nikola Jokic played a pivotal role, contributing 32 points, 16 rebounds, and nine assists, while Aaron Gordon added 20 points with five assists, and Reggie Jackson chipped in with 18 points.
Despite facing a challenge when they relinquished a 13-point lead, the Nuggets maintained composure and secured the win with a crucial 7-0 run in the late fourth quarter.
In terms of team performance, the Nuggets shot efficiently, recording a 53% field goal percentage and making eight of 23 attempts from beyond the arc. This hard-fought victory at home marked a significant return to the win way for the Nuggets after previously slipping to 107-104 against the Houston Rockets.
Contrastingly, the New Orleans Pelicans ended a five-game losing streak with a convincing 131-110 win over the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday. Denver’s defensive prowess, limiting opponents to an average of 106.3 points per game, positions them well against the Pelicans, whose offence scores an average of 111.1 points per game.
The Nuggets have displayed impressive form early in the season, securing nine wins out of their first 11 games. Eager to maintain their momentum, the Nuggets are considered the more reliable team in this matchup, and the prediction is for them to continue their winning streak with another victory and cover the spread, even on the road.
Portland Trail Blazers vs Los Angeles Lakers: Lakers Back in Business
The Los Angeles Lakers, currently holding a 6-6 record, are coming off a disappointing 125-110 home loss to the Sacramento Kings. Despite a three-game winning streak against the Phoenix Suns (122-119), Portland Trail Blazers (116-110), and Memphis Grizzlies (134-107), the Lakers faced challenges against the Kings, trailing throughout the game by as many as 26 points.
The Lakers are set to face the Portland Trail Blazers for the second time this season, having recently secured a 116-110 victory in their previous encounter. However, the Lakers will be seeking to bounce back from their recent loss to the Kings.
On the other side, the Portland Trail Blazers suffered a 109-95 defeat to the Cleveland Cavaliers, marking their fifth consecutive loss. Struggling to surpass the 100-point mark for the second consecutive game, the Trail Blazers shot just 37.4% from the field against Cleveland.
Portland currently ranks 30th in offensive efficiency (104.3 points per 100 possessions) and ninth in defensive efficiency (111.2). The team is grappling with significant injury issues, missing key players such as Scoot Henderson (ankle), Anfernee Simmons (thumb), and Robert Williams III (knee). Additionally, Malcolm Brogdon is questionable for the upcoming game against the Lakers due to a hamstring injury.
Despite the Lakers’ setback against the Kings, they aim to capitalise on the Trail Blazers’ recent struggles, having lost five straight games. The Lakers will look to exploit the depleted Portland squad and resume their positive momentum.
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