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New Orleans Pelicans vs Philadelphia 76ers, NBA 2025-26 Season, Today Match Prediction

Smoothie King Center New Orleans, LA
New Orleans Pelicans
Philadelphia 76ers

Will Philadelphia 76ers outclass New Orleans Pelicans?

  • The 76ers are on a 3 game losing streak.
  • The Pelicans are 5-5 their last 10 games.
  • Philadelphia have won 3 of the last 5 meetings against New Orleans.
Philadelphia 76ers to Win.
Tournament: NBA 2025-26 Season
Live Streaming: NBA League Pass
Venue: Smoothie King Center New Orleans, LA
Tip Off: 05:30:00
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New Orleans Pelicans vs Philadelphia 76ers Match Prediction & Analysis

New Orleans will aim to slow possessions, dominate inside, and win the rebounding battle. Philadelphia will look to control tempo, execute efficiently in the half court, and limit New Orleans’ second-chance opportunities. Paint scoring and turnover margin are expected to dictate momentum.

The Philadelphia 76ers are 30-25 this season. They are 4th in the Atlantic Division and 6th in the Eastern Conference.

The New Orleans Pelicans are 15-41 this season. They are 5th in the Southwest Division and 14th in the Western Conference.

Philadelphia have won 3 of the last 5 meetings against New Orleans. The most recent matchup saw the 76ers secure a victory. Both teams have shown offensive potential in their recent games, often leading to high-scoring affairs when they face off. The Pelicans will be looking to even the score, but history suggests the 76ers have a slight edge in this rivalry.

New Orleans Pelicans vs Philadelphia 76ers Player Stats

Player Name Points Rebounds Assists Steals/Blocks
Trey Murphy III 22.1 5.7 3.8 1.5/0.3
Tyrese Maxey G 28.9 4.1 6.7 1.9/0.9

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New Orleans Pelicans Preview

In their last match against the Heat,the Pelicans lost by 12 points (111-123).Zion Williamson had 26 points for New Orleans. He has played a career-high 30 straight games and 40 of 56 this season. In his first six seasons, he played 214 of 472 games and never had more than 25 in a row.

Trey Murphy III added 19 points before leaving late in the third quarter because of soreness in his right shoulder. The Pelicans dropped to 15-41. They had won two in a row.The Pelicans' poor record this season stands at 15 wins and 41 losses, which is a major concern. The team will be hoping to bounce back in their next game against the 76ers.

The Pelicans are most effective in physical, half-court basketball. They rely on attacking the paint, winning the rebounding battle, and generating points through interior mismatches. When New Orleans slow the game down and establish inside scoring, they can keep opponents near the 105–108 point range. Defensively, they are strongest protecting the rim, but can be stretched by teams with disciplined ball movement and spacing.

The Pelicans on average score 114.6 points per game, they score 46.2% from the field and are ranked 19th in the league, and 34.5% from the arc and are ranked 25th in the league. The Pelicans grab 43.6 rebounds per game and ranked 16th in season.

Philadelphia 76ers Preview

In their last match against the Hawks, the 76ers lost by 10 points (107-117).Tyrese Maxey scored 28 points and Rising Stars MVP VJ Edgecombe added 20 for the Sixers, who were without center Joel Embiid, who missed the game due to soreness in his right shin.Kelly Oubre Jr. scored 17 points and Quentin Grimes scored 10 of his 14 points in the first half for Philly.  Andre Drummond contributed 10 points and 14 rebounds as the Sixers lost their third in a row and for the fourth time in five games.

The recent struggles of the 76ers, including losing three straight and four of their last five, highlight the team's difficulty in maintaining consistency, especially in Embiid's absence. The team will be looking for improved performance from their supporting cast to turn the tide. Their upcoming game against the Pelicans will be a test of their depth and resilience.

Philadelphia thrive in controlled, execution-heavy contests. They focus on half-court offense, drawing fouls, and punishing defensive breakdowns through patient shot creation. When the 76ers dictate tempo, they can score efficiently without pushing pace, while defensively keeping opponents near 105 points. Their ability to control possessions makes them difficult to beat in slower games.

The 76ers on average score 116 points per game they score 45.9% from the field and are ranked 24th in the league, and 35.5% from the arc and are ranked 16th in the league. The 76ers grab 43.4 rebounds per game and Ranked 18th in season.

New Orleans Pelicans vs Philadelphia 76ers Starting Lineups

Position Player Name
PG Derik Queen
SG Herbert Jones
SF Trey Murphy III
PF Zion Williamson
C Saddiq Bey

Position Player Name
PG Kelly Oubre Jr
SG VJ Edgecombe
SF Tyrese Maxey
PF Dominick Barlow
C Joel Embiid

NEW ORLEANS PELICANS vs PHILADELPHIA 76ERS

Winning Prediction

This matchup slightly favors Philadelphia because their half-court efficiency and ability to draw fouls directly challenge New Orleans’ reliance on interior scoring. If the 76ers control tempo and limit mistakes, they should be able to manage the game flow and close out key stretches late.

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