Phoenix Suns vs New Orleans Pelicans, NBA 2025-26 Season, Today Match Prediction

Phoenix Suns vs New Orleans Pelicans Basteball Odds

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Phoenix Suns

In their last game against the Kings, the Suns won by 11 points(114-103). Jalen Green scored 20 points, Grayson Allen had 18.Seventh in the West at 35-26, the Suns won their second straight and got back Devin Booker after the star guard missed four games because of a right hip injury. He scored 14 of his 17 points in the first half. 

Collin Gillespie scored 17 points — hitting 5 of 8 3-pointers — and had nine assists and six rebounds. Oso Ighodaro added 14 points and 14 rebounds. Phoenix is without Dillon Brooks because of a fractured left hand.The Suns used a 14-0 run in the third quarter to turn a 63-62 deficit into a 76-63 lead. Royce O’Neale capped the run with consecutive 3-pointers.

Phoenix thrive in controlled offensive games built around spacing, ball movement, and efficient shot creation. They rely on mid-range scoring and perimeter shooting to generate offense without pushing extreme pace. 

The Suns on average score 112.1 points per game, they score 45.3% from the field and are ranked 27th in the league, and 36% from the arc and are ranked 13th in the league. The Suns grab 43.3 rebounds per game and ranked 22nd in season. 

New Orleans Pelicans

New Orleans Pelicans lost their last game against the Los Angeles Lakers by  9 points (101-110).Zion Williamson scored 24 points in his return from a one-game absence after hurting his ankle last Saturday for the Pelicans, who lost for only the second time in six games on the fourth outing of their six-game West Coast trip. 

Trey Murphy III scored 21 points and Saddiq Bey had 18.New Orleans jumped to an eight-point lead with just over seven minutes left in the fourth quarter, but the Lakers finally awoke and held the Pelicans scoreless over the next 4:18.

New Orleans prefer physical, defense-oriented basketball. They rely on strong rebounding, interior scoring, and aggressive defense to disrupt opponents’ rhythm. When the Pelicans dictate physicality, they can hold teams near the 105–108 point range. Offensively, they focus on balanced scoring and attacking the rim rather than relying heavily on perimeter shooting.

The Pelicans on average score 114.9 points per game, they score 46.3% from the field and are ranked 19th in the league, and 34.4% from the arc and are ranked 26th in the league. The Pelicans grab 43.8 rebounds per game and ranked 15th in season. 

Phoenix Suns vs New Orleans Pelicans Starting Lineups

Phoenix Suns vs New Orleans Pelicans Match Prediction & Analysis

Phoenix will aim to stretch the floor and win the perimeter scoring battle. New Orleans will look to control the glass, attack the paint, and slow the pace. Rebounding margin and shooting efficiency are expected to dictate momentum.

Current Standings:

The New Orleans Pelicans are 19-44 this season. They are 5th in the Southwest Division and 13th in the Western Conference.
The Phoenix Suns are 35-26 this season. They are 2nd in the Pacific Division and 7th in the Western Conference. 

Phoenix Suns vs New Orleans Pelicans Player Stats

PHOENIX SUNS vs NEW ORLEANS PELICANS
Winning Prediction

This matchup slightly favors the Phoenix Suns because their shot creation and perimeter efficiency can stretch New Orleans’ defense and force the Pelicans out of their preferred physical interior game. If Phoenix maintain shooting rhythm and limit second-chance points, they should be able to control the tempo. 

Phoenix Suns to win!

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