New Orleans Pelicans vs LA Clippers, NBA 2025-26 Season, Today Match Prediction
New Orleans Pelicans
LA Clippers
Can New Orleans Pelicans outclass LA Clippers?
- The New Orleans Pelicans are 23-46 this season and are on a 1-game winning streak.
- The LA Clippers lost to the San Antonio Spurs 115-119 in their last outing on March 17th, 2026.
- In the last five head-to-head matches between the Pelicans and Clippers, the Clippers won 4 games and the Pelicans won 1.
New Orleans Pelicans to Win.
| Tournament: | NBA 2025-26 Season |
| Live Streaming: | NBA League Pass |
| Venue: | Smoothie King Center, New Orleans |
| Tip Off: | 05:30:00 |
New Orleans Pelicans vs LA Clippers Basteball Odds
| Bookmaker | Team A | Team B |
|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | NA | NA |
New Orleans Pelicans vs LA Clippers Match Prediction & Analysis
The New Orleans Pelicans will host the LA Clippers at the Smoothie King Center in what promises to be a spirited Western Conference clash. New Orleans comes in riding the momentum of a convincing win over Dallas and will look to capitalise on home advantage against a Clippers side playing the first of a back-to-back on the road.
The New Orleans Pelicans are 23-46 this season. They are 5th in the Southwest Division and 12th in the Western Conference.
The LA Clippers are 34-34 this season. They are 3rd in the Pacific Division and 8th in the Western Conference.
In the last five head-to-head matches, the LA Clippers won 4 games and the New Orleans Pelicans won 1 games. The Pelicans have averaged 115.8 points per game against the Clippers in these meetings, while the LA Clippers averaged 122.2 points per game against the Pelicans.
New Orleans Pelicans vs LA Clippers Player Stats
| Player Name | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals/Blocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trey Murphy III | 21.9 | 5.7 | 3.9 | 1.5/0.3 |
| Kawhi Leonard | 28.3 | 6.3 | 3.7 | 2.0/0.4 |
Teams Preview
New Orleans Pelicans Preview
The New Orleans Pelicans delivered a commanding performance in their last match against the Dallas Mavericks, securing a 129-111 victory. Zion Williamson was the standout performer, scoring 27 points on a blistering 11-of-13 shooting in just 28 minutes. Saddiq Bey added 23 points, while Jeremiah Fears and Trey Murphy III each contributed a well-rounded 17 points .
Center Yves Missi made his presence felt in a big way, collecting 10 rebounds and blocked 5 shots. Reserve Karlo Matkovic came off the bench to chip in 13 points and 10 rebounds, underscoring the team's depth as the Pelicans held the lead for most of the game and by as many as 19 points.
At 23-46 and 12th in the West, the Pelicans are deep in the lottery picture but showing signs of fight down the stretch. Zion Williamson leads the charge with 21.5 PPG and continues to be one of the most efficient scorers in the league when healthy. Trey Murphy III provides versatility as both a scorer and playmaker, and young center Yves Missi anchors the paint with 1.5 blocks per game.
The Pelicans on average score 114.8 points per game, they score 46.2% from the field and are ranked 15th in the league, and 33.6% from the arc and are ranked 29th in the league. The Pelicans grab 43.5 rebounds per game and are ranked 22nd in the season.
LA Clippers Preview
The LA Clippers fell to the San Antonio Spurs 115-119 in a hard-fought game, as Kawhi Leonard watched from the bench nursing a sprained left knee. Despite the loss, Darius Garland rose to the occasion with 25 points and 10 assists, nearly willing the Clippers back from a deficit late in the fourth quarter.
Jordan Miller delivered a quality 22 points off the bench, and the Clippers' reserves outscored the Spurs' bench 57-30. The Clippers had led at the start of the game, but the Spurs erased it all with a dominant second quarter.
At 34-34 and 8th in the West, the Clippers are fighting for their playoff lives with every game critical in their push for a play-in spot. Kawhi Leonard leads the team with 28.3 PPG and 2.0 steals per game when healthy, making his availability a game-changer. Brook Lopez anchors the defense from the paint. The Clippers will now visit New Orleans in the first of a back-to-back set, making an already tough road trip even more challenging.
The Clippers on average score 112.1 points per game, they score 47.2% from the field and are ranked 6th in the league, and 36.4% from the arc and are ranked 22nd in the league. The Clippers grab 40.6 rebounds per game and are ranked 27th in the season.
New Orleans Pelicans vs LA Clippers Starting Lineups
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Trey Murphy III |
| SG | Saddiq Bey |
| SF | Herbert Jones |
| PF | Zion Williamson |
| C | Yves Missi |
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Darius Garland |
| SG | Kris Dunn |
| SF | Derrick Jones Jr. |
| PF | John Collins |
| C | Brook Lopez |
NEW ORLEANS PELICANS vs LA CLIPPERS
Winning PredictionThe Pelicans hold home-court advantage at the Smoothie King Center with Zion Williamson in excellent form and a Clippers side missing their best player in Kawhi Leonard. Playing the second game of a back-to-back road trip, Los Angeles faces an uphill task, making New Orleans the favourites to earn a win here.
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