[Game Recap]

Cleveland Cavaliers at New Orleans Pelicans

Mar 21, 2026

Cleveland Cavaliers Edge New Orleans Pelicans 111-106 in Close Contest

Game Summary

The Cleveland Cavaliers secured a narrow victory over the New Orleans Pelicans with a final score of 111-106. Despite the Pelicans holding a slight edge in assists and free throw percentage, they struggled to contain the Cavaliers’ scoring, particularly from beyond the arc, where New Orleans fell short of their usual defensive standards.

Top Performers

The Cavaliers' offense was led by a solid scoring effort that ensured their success. The standout performances included key contributions from several players, although specific names were not provided. For the Pelicans, their efforts were highlighted by strong individual performances, yet they ultimately fell short against Cleveland's collective effort.

Odds Recap

The Cleveland Cavaliers entered this matchup as 5.5-point favorites, but the narrow margin of victory meant they did not cover the spread. The total for the game was set at 239.0, and the final score resulted in going under.

Prediction Recap

The prediction model had mixed results for this game, correctly identifying the total as under but missing on the moneyline and spread, anticipating a victory for the New Orleans Pelicans instead of the Cavaliers.

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