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December 14, 2026 β’ crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles
NBA PREVIEW β’ December 14, 2026
Featured Matchup
Hardwood Matchup: New Orleans Pelicans meets Los Angeles Lakers at crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles.
New Orleans Pelicans
Visiting Side
Los Angeles Lakers
Home Side
Team Matchup Analysis Tale of the Tape
Circled Game Matchup Projection
47%
New Orleans Pelicans
VS
53%
Los Angeles Lakers
Projected Score
NEW 116
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LOS 120
Data Confidence
High
Data Used
3 of 4 categories
- New Orleans Pelicans controls the glass more effectively.
- Los Angeles Lakers shoots at a higher clip from the floor.
New Orleans Pelicans
STAT
Los Angeles Lakers
Situational Context Environment
Venue Advantage
Host Los Angeles Lakers plays on familiar turf at crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles.
Conditions
Conditions: Dome/Indoor
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Circled Game Analytical Outlook
Circled Game Takeaway
Why New Orleans Pelicans Could Win
New Orleans Pelicans generates 112.8 points per game while shooting 46.6%.
Why Los Angeles Lakers Could Win
Los Angeles Lakers produces 114.6 points per game on 48.4% shooting.
Deciding Factor
The deciding factor will be if Los Angeles Lakers's more efficient shooting can break down the defense.
Game Details
crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles
Dome/Indoor
Attendance
N/A
Closing Odds
Line: NL | O/U: TBD
Team Leaders
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Roster Information Unavailable
Player leaders will be available shortly.
Consensus Pool
Live Poll
Circle Crowd Pick Meter
New Orleans Pelicans (51.4%)
Los Angeles Lakers (48.6%)
Total Submissions: 65 circles
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