Pelicans vs. 76ers Odds & Betting Predictions - March 9, 2024

The Pelicans head to Philadelphia to take on the 76ers who continue to be without Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey. One player that I am targeting is Zion Williamson who should have a soft matchup on the interior even in a game that has some blowout potential. Philadelphia continues to be relatively undersized on the interior while relying on Paul Reed and Mo Bamba for defense. This is a spot where Zion should be able to excel. Recently, Philadelphia has allowed strong games to the power forward position including Jaren Jackson Jr (30) and Giannis (30), in the past two weeks. At 21.5, Zion has exceeded this number in 53% of games this season. But the hit rate dramatically increases when he has been well rested. In 22 games where Zion has had 2+ days of rest, he is averaging 23.45 points and has exceeded 21.5 points in 15/22 games (68%). Zion has averaged 33 points against Philadelphia in four career matchups, and without Embiid, there’s no reason to think this should not continue. I expect Zion to exceed 21.5 Points tonight.