Brooklyn Nets at New Orleans Pelicans
Jan 14, 2026
New Orleans Pelicans Edge Brooklyn Nets 116-113 in Close Contest
Game Summary
The New Orleans Pelicans secured a narrow victory over the Brooklyn Nets, winning 116-113. While the Pelicans maintained a strong performance, the Nets struggled with their free-throw shooting, converting only 58.3%, significantly below their usual efficiency, which contributed to their defeat despite a respectable overall scoring effort.
Top Performers
Zion Williamson led the Pelicans with 25 points, showcasing his scoring ability and adding 6 rebounds. Yves Missi complemented Williamson with a valuable double-double, scoring 12 points and grabbing 12 boards. For the Nets, Michael Porter Jr. was the standout with 20 points and 7 rebounds, while Egor Dëmin added 17 points, including five three-pointers, but it was not enough to secure the win.
Odds Recap
The Pelicans were favored by 1.0 points and successfully covered the spread with their three-point margin of victory. The game total fell under the pre-game line of 232.0, indicating a defensive edge despite the close score.
Prediction Recap
The prediction model incorrectly favored the Brooklyn Nets to win, missing on both the moneyline and spread. However, it accurately predicted the game to go under, aligning with the final scoring outcome.
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