Los Angeles Clippers vs New Orleans Pelicans Picks & Predictions

Trey Murphy III (New Orleans Pelicans) Under 4.5 Assists (-175)

As the New Orleans Pelicans welcome the Los Angeles Clippers, all eyes should be on Trey Murphy III, but not in the way you'd hope if you're backing his assists. With a line set at 4.5, the under feels like a smart play. Murphy has averaged just 2 assists over his last five games and even less at home, sitting at 1.4. When facing the Clippers, his recent average barely grazes 3 assists, and he's hit the under in all of his last six home games. The Pelicans' overall offensive dynamics aren't funneling opportunities his way, and with an expected stat value of only 3.1, the trend isn't in his favor. With an impressive hit rate of 7/7 in the last week, the numbers suggest Murphy might be more of a three-point threat than a playmaker tonight. So, taking the under on his assists is a solid move.