CJ McCollum swished a three-pointer from the left sideline to become New Orleans’ all-time career leader in made treys, with 629, surpassing Jrue Holiday.

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Both the Pistons and Mavericks would make the playoffs if the regular season ended today as the No. 8 seed in their respective conferences. Tickets: Buy tickets at Vivid Seats, SeatGeek, StubHub, and Ticketmaster (tickets start at $19).

The New Orleans Pelicans (12-36) welcome the Boston Celtics (33-15) to Smoothie King Center Friday. Tip is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's NBA odds around the C

SportsLine's model just revealed its NBA best bets, picks, and predictions for the New Orleans Pelicans vs. Boston Celtics game on Friday

The Dallas Mavericks (26-22) play at the the Detroit Pistons (23-24) in the second game of their 5-game road trip Friday. Tip-off from Little Caesars Arena is at 7 p.m. ET. Let's analyze BetMGM

Pelicans head coach Willie Green believes the offensive performance his team had against the Mavericks will help them against the Celtics.

Jaylen Brown's points prop will be the best bet to target to help the Boston Celtics get their edge back as they face the New Orleans Pelicans.

The Celtics will hit the road Friday to take on the Pelicans, who are on a four-game losing streak. Boston had split its previous 12 games before a 122-100 home victory against the Bulls on Wednesday.

Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray has been impressed with Zion Williamson's performance on the defensive end of the floor.