Plugging in the best Celtics vs. Pelicans picks from PRO produces an intriguing same-game parlay for Friday night.
Can the Pelicans upset the Celtics Friday night? Hint: Our data suggests it’s extremely possible.
Using our PRO Projections—proprietary betting data crafted by NBA experts who identify betting edges by comparing our player prop numbers and odds with the betting markets—we have constructed an intriguing three-leg SGP at BetMGM with a payout potential of +850.
Let’s get to a juicy same-game parlay for NBA Friday when the Pelicans host the Celtics.
NBA Parlay Picks: Celtics vs Pelicans Prediction Friday
To tip things off, we explore a fascinating angle from PRO Projections: the Pelicans pulling off an upset victory over the Celtics.
With a moneyline of +375, our projections suggest a fair line closer to +232, highlighting hidden value. Despite the Celtics’ reputation and dominance on the court, this particular matchup serves as a sneaky spot for a potential upset that could surprise many.
The Pelicans are Action PRO model’s best bet on the moneyline for NBA Friday – a great place to start tonight’s parlay.
The key to a successful SGP lies in identifying correlated player prop bets that align with our game outcome projections.
First up is Yves Missi of the Pelicans going over 6.5 points. PRO Projections feature Missi as a standout pick, expected to score approximately 8.73 points. This translates to a significant 23.3% edge over the betting market, making it a top prop play worth including in the parlay.
Complementing the Pelicans’ Yves Missi over is our second player prop: Celtics’ Payton Pritchard under 11.5 points.
PRO Projections suggest a fair total output of 10.2 points for Pritchard, indicating a slight edge that enhances the overall SGP profitability. By adding Pritchard’s under (the third-best prop for the game) with the Pelicans’ potential victory and Missi’s scoring over, we’re creating a correlated bet structure that bolsters our odds.
+850 Parlay for NBA Friday
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