The Golden State Warriors roll into the Big Easy looking to bounce back from a crushing defeat, while the New Orleans Pelicans aim to play spoiler despite a depleted roster.
With Stephen Curry potentially returning from injury and the Warriors fighting to secure a playoff spot, this Western Conference clash could have major implications for the postseason picture.
All eyes will be on the Smoothie King Center as the home team Pelicans try to derail the playoff-hungry Warriors in what promises to be an intriguing Friday night showdown.
New Orleans Pelicans vs. Golden State Warriors prediction: who will win?
For tonight's New Orleans Pelicans vs Golden State Warriors matchup, our predictive model gives the Warriors a 66.33% chance of defeating the Pelicans.
Golden State Warriors: 66.33% win probability
- Higher league position (7th vs 14th in Western Conference)
- Better win-loss record (41-31 vs 20-53)
- Superior point differential (+146 vs -631)
New Orleans Pelicans: 33.67% win probability
- Poor recent form (WLLWL vs Warriors' LLWWL)
- Lower scoring output (8071 points vs Warriors' 8135)
- Weaker defense (8702 points against vs Warriors' 7989)
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New Orleans Pelicans vs. Golden State Warriors odds
Here are the latest odds for the upcoming NBA matchup between the Golden State Warriors and the home team New Orleans Pelicans, set to face off on Friday, March 28.
| New Orleans Pelicans | Golden State Warriors | |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | +610 (via FanDuel Sportsbook) | -800 (via DraftKings Sportsbook) |
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New Orleans Pelicans vs. Golden State Warriors preview
The Golden State Warriors are set to face off against the New Orleans Pelicans in what promises to be an intriguing matchup at the Smoothie King Center.
Golden State, coming off a tough loss to Miami, will be eager to bounce back and solidify their playoff position in the competitive Western Conference.
The Warriors' offense has been a bit sluggish lately, averaging 112 points in their last 10 games, but the potential return of Stephen Curry could provide a much-needed spark.
New Orleans, plagued by injuries to key players like Zion Williamson and CJ McCollum, has struggled mightily this season, sitting at the bottom of the Southwest Division.
Despite their woes, the Pelicans showed some fight in their recent win against the 76ers, with Karlo Matkovic stepping up to lead the team with 19 points off the bench.
Keep an eye on Jonathan Kuminga for the Warriors, who's been a bright spot lately, dropping 15 points in their last outing against Miami.
While the Warriors have dominated the season series so far, winning all three previous matchups, the injury-riddled Pelicans will be looking to play spoiler and build some momentum for next season.
With Golden State fighting for playoff positioning and New Orleans playing for pride, this game could be more competitive than the teams' records might suggest.
Key stats
- 1Warriors sit 7th in Western Conference with 41-31 record
- 2Pelicans rank 14th in West, struggling at 20-53
- 3Golden State's recent form: LLWWL
- 4New Orleans has scored 8071 points vs 8276 for Warriors
New Orleans Pelicans vs. Golden State Warriors form
New Orleans Pelicans vs. Golden State Warriors head to head
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Nov 23, 2024
New Orleans Pelicans
108 : 112
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Oct 31, 2024
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104 : 89
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Oct 30, 2024
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124 : 106
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Apr 13, 2024
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109 : 114
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Jan 11, 2024
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105 : 141
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Oct 31, 2023
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102 : 130
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