The Pelicans have Zion back in the lineup, but still managed to win their first game at home without him. This team is 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games against Portland and 6-0 straight up. Portland will struggle this season and even being at home in this spot with key players out due to injuries, will not do well against a Pelican’s team that could go far this season and is the better team on both sides of the ball.

Best bet: lay the points with New Orleans.