Miami Heat vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Pick & Prediction for 2/11
The Miami Heat will play against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center. The game is on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 8:00 PM. Fans can watch the game on FDSS.
The Heat have a record of 28-27, ranking 8th in the Eastern Conference. They recently lost to the Utah Jazz 115-111. The Pelicans have a 15-40 record and sit at 14th in the Western Conference. They won their last game against the Sacramento Kings 120-94.
Heat vs Pelicans Game Day Info
- Sport: NBA
- Teams: Miami Heat vs. New Orleans Pelicans
- Venue: Smoothie King Center
- Date: Wednesday, February 11, 2026
- Betting Odds: Heat +1.5 (-111), Pelicans -1.5 (-110), Heat MoneyLine +101, Pelicans MoneyLine -121
Miami Heat Team Preview
The Miami Heat have experienced mixed results in their recent games. They secured a big win against the Washington Wizards, scoring 132 points. However, they fell short against the Utah Jazz and Boston Celtics, losing both games by narrow margins.
Bam Adebayo has been a consistent performer for the Heat, with standout performances in their recent games. He recorded a double-double against the Jazz with 23 points and 11 rebounds. Andrew Wiggins also made significant contributions, scoring 26 points in the same game.
The Heat face some challenges with injuries, as key players like Norman Powell and Tyler Herro are out. Andrew Wiggins is questionable due to toe inflammation. Despite these setbacks, the Heat’s fast-paced offense ranks first in possessions per game, which could be an advantage in their upcoming matchup against the New Orleans Pelicans.
New Orleans Pelicans Team Preview
The New Orleans Pelicans recently secured a dominant win against the Sacramento Kings, finishing with a score of 120-94. Trey Murphy III was a standout, scoring 21 points and adding 7 assists. Jeremiah Fears also impressed with 20 points and 4 rebounds.
In another recent game, the Pelicans beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 119-115. Saddiq Bey led the scoring with 30 points and 9 rebounds. Trey Murphy III was again a key player, contributing 26 points and 6 rebounds.
Despite their recent success, the Pelicans have room for improvement. Their defense allows 120.4 points per game, which ranks them 26th in the league. The team will look to tighten their defense and continue their offensive efforts as they move forward in the season.
BTB Betting Pick
The Miami Heat are the pick against the spread at +1.5 (-111) for this game. The Heat score 119.5 points per game, while the Pelicans allow 120.4 points. The Heat’s high scoring and possession rates give them an edge.
For the total, take the over at 231.5 (-113). Both teams have defensive issues, with the Pelicans allowing 120.4 points and the Heat allowing 117.3 points. The projected score suggests a high-scoring game, making the over a solid choice.