New Orleans Pelicans vs Cleveland Cavaliers, NBA 2025-26 Season, Today Match Prediction
New Orleans Pelicans
Cleveland Cavaliers
Pelicans face an uphill battle against the Cavs
- The Pelicans are on a 3 game winning streak.
- The Cavaliers are 21-14 in their away games.
- The Cavaliers have won 3 of the last 5 meetings against New Orleans.
Cleveland Cavaliers to win!
| Tournament: | NBA 2025-26 Season |
| Live Streaming: | NBA League Pass |
| Venue: | Smoothie King Center New Orleans, LA |
| Tip Off: | 04:30:00 |
New Orleans Pelicans vs Cleveland Cavaliers Basteball Odds
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New Orleans Pelicans vs Cleveland Cavaliers Match Prediction & Analysis
New Orleans will aim to slow the pace, dominate the rebounding battle, and attack the paint consistently. Cleveland will look to increase tempo, force turnovers, and capitalize on transition scoring opportunities. The clash between New Orleans’ physical interior play and Cleveland’s pace-driven approach will likely determine the outcome.
Current Standings:
The New Orleans Pelicans are 25-46 this season. They are 4th in the Southwest Division and 12th in the Western Conference.
The Cleveland Cavaliers are 43-27 this season. They are 2nd in the Central Division and 4th in the Eastern Conference.
Head-to-Head Record (Last 5 Matches):
Cavaliers lead the last five 4–1, averaging 127.4 points per game while holding Cleveland to 114.8. The Cavaliers scored 123.2 per game in those five but gave up 128.0. New Orleans had to bounce back to dominate the series. Average total points per game: roughly 251. High-scoring, back-and-forth, and genuinely hard to call.
New Orleans Pelicans vs Cleveland Cavaliers Player Stats
| Player Name | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals/Blocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trey Murphy III | 22 | 5.7 | 3.9 | 1.5/0.3 |
| Donovan Mitchell | 28 | 4.5 | 5.9 | 1.6/0.3 |
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New Orleans Pelicans Preview
The Pelicans showed dominance in their last match against the Clippers, winning by 6 points (105-99).Trey Murphy III scored 27 points. Saddiq Bey had 20 points and Zion Williamson added 15 for the Pelicans, who swept the two-game set against the Clippers after 124-109 win, also at home, on Wednesday night.
Dejounte Murray was held out to rest as part of his comeback from a ruptured Achilles tendon. He had 17 points and a season-high 11 assists Wednesday night in his ninth game since making his season debut last month.
The Pelicans trailed 94-91 with 5:53 after Collins' floater, but Williamson made a layup and Murphy hit a 3-pointer to put New Orleans up for good as it closed with a 14-5 run.
New Orleans prefers physical, defense-oriented basketball. They rely on strong rebounding, interior scoring, and aggressive defense to disrupt opponents’ rhythm. When the Pelicans dictate physicality, they can hold teams near the 105–108 point range. Offensively, they focus on balanced scoring and attacking the rim rather than relying heavily on perimeter shooting.
The Pelicans on average score 115.6 points per game, they score 46.6% from the field and are ranked 16th in the league, and 34.8% from the arc and are ranked 23rd in the league. The Pelicans grab 44.1 rebounds per game and ranked 13th in season.
Cleveland Cavaliers Preview
The Cavaliers are coming off a victory against the Bulls, winning by 5 points (115-110).James Harden scored 36, Evan Mobley added 26 points and 14 rebounds.
Harden nailed seven 3-pointers. Jaylon Tyson chipped in with 18 points and 11 rebounds, and the Cavaliers hung on after a 29-point lead in the third quarter dwindled to one in the game’s closing minutes.
The Cavaliers were up 110-107 when Jones missed a potential tying 3 and Leonard Miller missed a layup with about a minute left. Harden hit a pull-up jumper to make it a five-point game with 33 seconds left and Cleveland hung on for the win.
Cleveland thrives in structured games built around elite defense and efficient half-court offense. They focus on controlling rebounds, protecting the rim, and forcing opponents into tough scoring situations. When the Cavaliers dictate the pace, they can consistently score 108–112 points while keeping opponents from gaining offensive rhythm.
The Cavaliers on average, score 119.1 points per game, they score 47.7% from the field and are ranked 9th in the league, and 36% from the arc and are ranked 12th in the league. The Cavaliers grab 44.4 rebounds per game and ranked 12th in the season.
New Orleans Pelicans vs Cleveland Cavaliers Starting Lineups
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Herbert Jones |
| SG | Trey Murphy III |
| SF | Saddiq Bey |
| PF | Zion Williamson |
| C | Yves Missi |
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | James Harden |
| SG | Donovan Mitchell |
| SF | Sam Merrill |
| PF | Dean Wade |
| C | Evan Mobley |
NEW ORLEANS PELICANS vs CLEVELAND CAVALIERS
Winning PredictionThis matchup slightly favors the Cleveland Cavaliers because their strong defense and methodical offense can limit New Orleans' scoring and control the pace of the game. If the Cavaliers execute their half-court offense efficiently and capitalize on second-chance points, they should be able to dictate the game.
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