Pelicans vs Pacers Picks and Prediction – 11/26/2024

In Monday night NBA action, the New Orleans Pelicans will travel to Gainbridge Fieldhouse to take on the Indiana Pacers. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions. The Pelicans (4-13) are looking to snap a four-game losing streak and own the worst overall record in the Western Conference. On Friday, New Orleans was outrebounded by nine during a 112-108 home loss versus Golden State. 

Trey Murphy III led five New Orleans players in double figures with 24 points (9-17 FG) and four assists. Jeremiah Robinson-Earl added 19 points and 12 rebounds in 23 minutes off the bench. Brandon Ingram scored 18 points for the Pelicans, who missed eight of 22 free-throw attempts. 

The Indiana Pacers have won five of their first seven home games and are tied with Atlanta for seventh place in the Eastern Conference standings. The Pacers (7-10) rank 26th in the league in defensive efficiency and are giving up 118.1 points per game. On Sunday, Indiana limited Washington to 16 points over the final 12 minutes to secure a 115-103 home victory. 

All-Star F Pascal Siakam led all scorers with 22 points (7-14 FG), six rebounds, and six assists. All-Star G Tyrese Haliburton contributed 21 points (5-11 3 PT) and nine assists. Benedict Mathurin added 16 points and six rebounds for the Pacers, who shot 48 percent from the field. 

New Orleans F Zion Williamson (hamstring) is currently without a timetable to return. Dejounte Murray (hand) is listed as doubtful and C.J. McCollum (adductor) is considered as questionable for this game. These two teams rank in the bottom five of the league in defensive efficiency. Take the over. Final Score Prediction, Indiana Pacers win 121-116.