The set-up: The Pelicans lost by ten in LA just last night and I think they'll have a predictable letdown in energy levels here in the second game of the back to back. The Kings had been playing to a series of "unders," before a big 128-123 win at home over the Grizzlies on Thursday. But I think this team is going to once again take a step back and be drawn into a slower-paced affair vs. New Orleans tonight. From a situational stand point, I absolutely think this one sets up as a low-scoring "under."

The pick: But note as well that New Orleans has seen the total go under the number in nine of 14 this year vs. clubs with losing records, while Sacramento has seen the total dip under in eight of 11 already this season after allowing 115 points or more in its previous outing. This number is a tad high.

10* TOTAL PLAY-BOOK on the UNDER Pelicans/Kings.