New Orleans Pelicans at Houston Rockets
Mar 13, 2026
Houston Rockets Edge New Orleans Pelicans 107-105 in a Close Contest
Game Summary
The Houston Rockets narrowly defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 107-105. Despite a strong performance from the Pelicans, who shot 40.6% from beyond the arc with 13 threes made, they fell short, partly due to their 13 turnovers. In contrast, the Rockets relied on solid defense and rebounding to secure the win, forcing the Pelicans into lower efficiency than their season average.
Top Performers
Leading the Rockets was their top scorer, who contributed significantly to their win, supported by a well-rounded performance that included 25 assists and 8 blocks. The Rockets' defense was also on display, with 8 steals and a strong rebounding effort. For the Pelicans, their scoring leader kept them competitive, but ultimately it wasn't enough to change the outcome.
Odds Recap
Listed as 6-point favorites, the Houston Rockets won but did not cover the spread in this tight matchup. The final score was just 2 points shy of the line, reflecting how close the game truly was. The total score went under the pre-game total of 230.0, highlighting a lower-scoring affair than expected.
Prediction Recap
The model correctly predicted the Houston Rockets to win outright and anticipated the game would go under the total. However, it incorrectly predicted the Rockets would cover the spread, as the margin was too narrow.
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