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Golden State Warriors
3/28/25 20:00
New Orleans Pelicans

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Under 224.5

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 by Erik Gibbs | in NBA Picks

Friday night brings a key Western Conference showdown as the Golden State Warriors visit the New Orleans Pelicans in a game that could shape the postseason picture. The Warriors are looking to rebound after an uninspiring performance against the Miami Heat, where they were thoroughly outplayed in a 112-86 road loss. Golden State, typically a strong offensive unit, struggled without their superstar Stephen Curry, who is nursing a hip injury and remains questionable for this matchup.

The Warriors are in a precarious position—still in the playoff mix, but vulnerable. With Curry potentially sidelined again, and Gary Payton already ruled out, the pressure falls on the rest of the roster to pick up the slack. Golden State has already secured a 3-0 season series lead against the Pelicans, but their recent form has been shaky. Still, even without Curry, the Warriors boast more depth and experience than the injury-depleted Pelicans.

The Pelicans' most recent game was Saturday on the road against Houston, wrapping up a home-and-home series. With the postseason approaching, every game carries weight, especially for a Pelicans squad trying to maintain their position in the Western standings amid an injury crisis.

Golden State Warriors vs New Orleans Pelicans Form

Table

Teams % P W L Series
7
Golden State Warriors
Golden State Warriors
0.581 74 43 31 2
14
New Orleans Pelicans
New Orleans Pelicans
0.28 75 21 54 1

Golden State Warriors and New Orleans Pelicans Latest Matches

Golden State Warriors
Golden State Warriors Latest matches
W L W W L L
Victories

3/6 (50%)

Defeats

3/6 (50%)

Mar 25, 2025 - NBA

Golden State Warriors
86 :  112
Miami Heat

Mar 22, 2025 - NBA

Golden State Warriors
115 :  124
Atlanta Hawks

Mar 20, 2025 - NBA

Toronto Raptors
114 :  117
Golden State Warriors

Mar 18, 2025 - NBA

Milwaukee Bucks
93 :  104
Golden State Warriors

Mar 17, 2025 - NBA

Denver Nuggets
114 :  105
Golden State Warriors

Mar 15, 2025 - NBA

New York Knicks
94 :  97
Golden State Warriors
W W W L W W
Victories

5/6 (83%)

Defeats

1/6 (17%)

Mar 20, 2025 - NBA

Toronto Raptors
114 :  117
Golden State Warriors

Mar 18, 2025 - NBA

Milwaukee Bucks
93 :  104
Golden State Warriors

Mar 17, 2025 - NBA

Denver Nuggets
114 :  105
Golden State Warriors

Mar 15, 2025 - NBA

New York Knicks
94 :  97
Golden State Warriors

Mar 13, 2025 - NBA

Sacramento Kings
104 :  130
Golden State Warriors

Mar 10, 2025 - NBA

Portland Trail Blazers
120 :  130
Golden State Warriors
L W W W L L
Victories

3/6 (50%)

Defeats

3/6 (50%)

Mar 25, 2025 - NBA

Golden State Warriors
86 :  112
Miami Heat

Mar 22, 2025 - NBA

Golden State Warriors
115 :  124
Atlanta Hawks

Mar 6, 2025 - NBA

Golden State Warriors
121 :  119
Brooklyn Nets

Mar 4, 2025 - NBA

Golden State Warriors
114 :  102
New York Knicks

Mar 3, 2025 - NBA

Golden State Warriors
119 :  101
Charlotte Hornets

Mar 1, 2025 - NBA

Golden State Warriors
119 :  126
Philadelphia 76ers
New Orleans Pelicans
New Orleans Pelicans Latest matches
L L W L L W
Victories

2/6 (33%)

Defeats

4/6 (67%)

Mar 24, 2025 - NBA

Philadelphia 76ers
99 :  112
New Orleans Pelicans

Mar 23, 2025 - NBA

New Orleans Pelicans
130 :  136
Detroit Pistons

Mar 21, 2025 - NBA

New Orleans Pelicans
93 :  134
Minnesota Timberwolves

Mar 19, 2025 - NBA

New Orleans Pelicans
119 :  115
Minnesota Timberwolves

Mar 17, 2025 - NBA

Detroit Pistons
127 :  81
New Orleans Pelicans

Mar 15, 2025 - NBA

New Orleans Pelicans
115 :  119
San Antonio Spurs
L L W L L W
Victories

2/6 (33%)

Defeats

4/6 (67%)

Mar 24, 2025 - NBA

Philadelphia 76ers
99 :  112
New Orleans Pelicans

Mar 17, 2025 - NBA

Detroit Pistons
127 :  81
New Orleans Pelicans

Mar 13, 2025 - NBA

Orlando Magic
113 :  93
New Orleans Pelicans

Mar 11, 2025 - NBA

LA Clippers
120 :  127
New Orleans Pelicans

Mar 9, 2025 - NBA

Memphis Grizzlies
107 :  104
New Orleans Pelicans

Mar 6, 2025 - NBA

Houston Rockets
109 :  97
New Orleans Pelicans
L L L W L L
Victories

1/6 (17%)

Defeats

5/6 (83%)

Mar 23, 2025 - NBA

New Orleans Pelicans
130 :  136
Detroit Pistons

Mar 21, 2025 - NBA

New Orleans Pelicans
93 :  134
Minnesota Timberwolves

Mar 19, 2025 - NBA

New Orleans Pelicans
119 :  115
Minnesota Timberwolves

Mar 15, 2025 - NBA

New Orleans Pelicans
115 :  119
San Antonio Spurs

Mar 8, 2025 - NBA

New Orleans Pelicans
117 :  146
Houston Rockets

Mar 4, 2025 - NBA

New Orleans Pelicans
115 :  136
Los Angeles Lakers

Golden State Warriors against New Orleans Pelicans : Head to Head (H2H)

Golden State Warriors

67 %

New Orleans Pelicans

33 %

Nov 22, 2024 - NBA

Golden State Warriors
112 :  108
New Orleans Pelicans

Oct 30, 2024 - NBA

New Orleans Pelicans
89 :  104
Golden State Warriors

Oct 29, 2024 - NBA

New Orleans Pelicans
106 :  124
Golden State Warriors

Apr 12, 2024 - NBA

New Orleans Pelicans
114 :  109
Golden State Warriors

Jan 10, 2024 - NBA

New Orleans Pelicans
141 :  105
Golden State Warriors

Oct 30, 2023 - NBA

Golden State Warriors
130 :  102
New Orleans Pelicans

Players list

Golden State Warriors
Golden State Warriors
S. Curry M. Moody B. Podziemski D. Green J. Butler
New Orleans Pelicans
New Orleans Pelicans
K. Olynyk Y. Missi B. Brown J. Hawkins J. Alvarado

Substitutes

Golden State Warriors
Golden State Warriors
T. Jackson-Davis P. Spencer B. Hield Q. Post G. Santos K. Knox K. Looney J. Kuminga
New Orleans Pelicans
New Orleans Pelicans
K. Matkovic J. Robinson-Earl L. Quinones A. Reeves E. Payton C. McCollum K. Brooks Jr.

Golden State Warriors - New Orleans Pelicans Key Points

  1. The Warriors are 35-35-2 ATS this season
  2. The Pels are 30-42-1 ATS this season
  3. The Warriors are 17-0 in their last 17 Friday games vs. Southwest Division teams with a losing record
  4. The Pelicans are 1-8 ATS in their last 9 games when home underdogs after a win

Our Golden State Warriors vs New Orleans Pelicans Prediction

New Orleans is battling significant roster challenges of its own. Zion Williamson, CJ McCollum, and Brandon Boston have all been ruled out for Friday’s game, leaving a massive gap in their offensive production. The Pelicans did manage to secure a 112-99 home win against the Philadelphia 76ers earlier in the week, showcasing their ability to grind out wins despite missing key players. However, playing against a Golden State team desperate to snap a two-game skid presents a different challenge.

Historically, the Warriors have had the upper hand in this matchup, holding a 49-28 edge all-time and winning each of the three previous meetings this season. Even with Curry's status up in the air, Golden State still enters this contest with a clear advantage. The Pelicans, stripped of most of their scoring threats, will need a near-perfect effort to keep pace.

If Curry returns, the Warriors should cruise. If not, it will still be their game to lose, given the Pelicans' depleted roster. Either way, expect Golden State to come out aggressive and focused, looking to reassert themselves after a pair of disappointing losses. Our prediction for the New Orleans Pelicans vs. Golden State Warriors: Warriors to win and cover.

Prediction:

 

Under 224.5

-120
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