New Orleans Pelicans at Houston Rockets
Mar 13, 2026
Game Preview
The Houston Rockets will host the New Orleans Pelicans at the Toyota Center on March 13, 2026, at 8:00 PM. Both teams are looking to capitalize on their current series tied at 1-1.
Team Analysis
The Houston Rockets come into this matchup with a record of 40-25, but they are coming off a tough loss to the Denver Nuggets, where they scored only 93 points. They are dealing with injuries, notably Fred VanVleet and Jae'Sean Tate, while Alperen Sengun is a game-time decision. The New Orleans Pelicans, with a record of 22-45, recently defeated the Toronto Raptors 122-111, showcasing their offensive capabilities. However, they are currently without key players, as indicated by their injury status.
Prediction
The prediction indicates a close game with the Houston Rockets expected to edge out the Pelicans 118 to 116. Betting on the Rockets to cover the spread seems favorable given their home advantage.
Odds Summary
The betting odds favor the Houston Rockets, with a moneyline of -285 and a spread of -6.5 (-118). The Pelicans are underdogs at a moneyline of 230 and a spread of 6.5 (-102). The over/under for the game is set at 229.5, with odds of -115 on both the over and under.
Don't miss this exciting matchup! Tune in to see if the Rockets can capitalize on their home court or if the Pelicans can pull off an upset.