New Orleans Pelicans vs LA Clippers Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 11/03/2025, 06:10  by Devesh Jaganath | Modified on 11/03/2025 at 06:11 in NBA Predictions

The Smoothie King Center will host NBA action this Tuesday when the New Orleans Pelicans take on the Los Angeles Clippers. The Pelicans (17-48) and the Clippers (35-29) are ranked 14th and eighth in the Western Conference, respectively. Let’s get into the match prediction.

The New Orleans Pelicans failed to defend a 14-point lead against the Memphis Grizzlies and recorded their fourth consecutive defeat on Sunday when the night ended 107-104.

Trey Murphy III posted 27 points, five rebounds and two assists, while the team converted 41% of their 85 field attempts and made 13 of 34 from the three-point line. 

The Pelicans are averaging 110.8 points per game this season (22nd in the league) and allow 119.1 PPG (26th overall). 

Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Clippers have now found three straight victories after a hard-fought 111-110 overtime win over the Sacramento Kings on Sunday night.

James Harden led the line with 29 points, nine rebounds and 11 assists, while the team converted 53% of their 81 field attempts and 10 of 31 from long range. 

The Clippers rank at opposite ends of the scoring table, averaging 110.8 points per game (21st in the league) while allowing 108.7 PPG (fourth in the NBA).