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The Brooklyn Nets will host the New Orleans Pelicans on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at Barclays Center in a cross-conference clash with postseason implications for the Pelicans. Tip-off is set for 7:30 PM ET. This Nets vs Pelicans matchup features contrasting motivations: Brooklyn playing for pride and New Orleans fighting for playoff seeding.
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🧩 Where to Watch Nets vs Pelicans? (April 8, 2025)
- TV: Bally Sports NO, YES Network
- Streaming: NBA League Pass, FuboTV, SlingTV
🏀 Team Overview: Nets vs Pelicans
| Team | Record | Conference Rank | Last 10 Games | Current Streak |
| Brooklyn Nets | 29-49 | 12th (East) | 3-7 | Lost 2 |
| New Orleans Pelicans | 46-32 | 6th (West) | 6-4 | Won 1 |
The Nets have officially been eliminated from playoff contention, while the Pelicans are looking to avoid the play-in tournament by locking in a top-six seed.
🔥 Recent Form
Brooklyn Nets: The Nets have dropped 7 of their last 10 games, including a 116-104 loss to the Detroit Pistons. Their offense has been inconsistent, and their defense ranks in the bottom third of the NBA in efficiency. Cam Thomas continues to be a bright spot, averaging 22.2 points per game over his last 5.
New Orleans Pelicans: The Pelicans bounced back from a three-game skid with a critical win over the Phoenix Suns. Brandon Ingram remains out, but Zion Williamson, CJ McCollum, and Herb Jones have stepped up. New Orleans boasts one of the league’s top defenses, giving up just 110.4 points per game.
🚑 Injury Report
Brooklyn Nets:
- D’Angelo Russell – Out (rest)
- Ben Simmons – Out for season (back)
- Dennis Smith Jr. – Questionable (hip)
New Orleans Pelicans:
- Brandon Ingram – Out (knee)
- Jose Alvarado – Questionable (illness)
📊 Betting Odds (as of April 8, 2025)
| Market | Pelicans | Nets |
| Spread | -7.5 (-110) | +7.5 (-110) |
| Moneyline | -300 | +240 |
| Over/Under | 221.5 (-110) | 221.5 (-110) |
Odds via FanDuel, Caesars, BetMGM, DraftKings, Fanatics, and bet365.
📊 Prop Bets to Watch
⭐ Zion Williamson – Over 24.5 Points
Zion has scored 25+ in three of his last five games and faces a Nets team that allows the 8th-most points in the paint.
⭐ Cam Thomas – Over 2.5 Threes Made
With D’Angelo Russell out, Thomas should get more looks. He’s hit 3+ triples in 4 of his last 6 games.
⭐ CJ McCollum – Over 4.5 Assists
McCollum has taken on more playmaking duties with Ingram sidelined, averaging 5.8 assists over his last 4 games.
🪠 Same-Game Parlay Suggestion
3-Leg SGP (+500 Range):
- Zion Williamson Over 24.5 Points
- Pelicans -7.5
- Over 221.5 Total Points
Rationale: Zion should dominate inside, the Pelicans are the deeper and more motivated team, and Brooklyn’s pace can help push the total over.
🔹 Best Bets
- Pelicans -7.5: Brooklyn is 1-5 ATS in their last 6.
- Zion Williamson Over 24.5 Points: Ideal matchup vs weak interior D.
- Over 221.5 Total Points: Both teams rank top-10 in pace over the last month.
🧠 Prediction
Final Score: Pelicans 117, Nets 106
The Pelicans continue their playoff push with a strong performance behind Zion and CJ McCollum. Brooklyn should keep it competitive early but lack the firepower to finish.
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