NBA · Final

Rockets Dominate Pelicans in Convincing Win

134

102

Sunday, March 29, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Smoothie King Center

Houston Rockets 134, New Orleans Pelicans 102, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Houston Rockets vs New Orleans Pelicans?

Houston Rockets beat New Orleans Pelicans 134-102 at Smoothie King Center on March 29, 2026.

Who was favored in Houston Rockets vs New Orleans Pelicans?

Houston Rockets were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -250 (about 71% implied). The favorite won.

The Houston Rockets secured a decisive victory against the New Orleans Pelicans, finishing the game with a score of 134 to 102. This win not only solidified the Rockets' standing but also marked their dominance in the season series, as they now lead 3-1 against the Pelicans.

Entering the game, the Pelicans had a home record of 25-51, while the Rockets boasted a much stronger away record of 45-29. In their last ten games, the Pelicans had a mixed record of 5-5, but they were on a troubling four-game losing streak. Their average scoring during this stretch was 115.9 points, while they allowed an average of 113.5 points per game. Conversely, the Rockets also had a 5-5 record in their last ten games, but they were coming off a victory, having won their most recent game against the Memphis Grizzlies 119-109. Their scoring averages were slightly lower than the Pelicans at 111.2 points scored and 112.5 points allowed.

The game took place at the Smoothie King Center, where the Pelicans had a home record of 5-1 in their last six games prior to this matchup. However, they struggled significantly in away games, managing no wins in their last four attempts. The previous meetings between these two teams had not been favorable for the Pelicans, who had lost six out of their last seven encounters with the Rockets, including a narrow defeat just two weeks prior on March 14, where they lost 105-107.

In terms of injuries, the Pelicans had two players listed as day-to-day: Micah Peavy, who was resting, and Bryce McGowens, who was dealing with a toe issue. The Rockets also faced injury concerns, with Kevin Durant, Fred VanVleet, and Steven Adams all listed as day-to-day due to various ailments.

The betting market, according to DraftKings, had the Rockets favored by 5.5 points, with a total set at 226.5 points. The odds reflected the Rockets' strong performance and the Pelicans' recent struggles.

As the game unfolded, the Rockets showcased their offensive prowess, with several key scoring plays in the fourth quarter, including Clint Capela's hook shot and Derik Queen's contributions. The Pelicans, despite their efforts, could not keep pace with the Rockets, who maintained control throughout the game, ultimately leading to a significant victory.

This match highlighted the stark contrast in the teams' current forms and further established the Rockets' dominance in the season series against the Pelicans.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	HOU -5.5	226.5 o -108 / u -112	Houston Rockets -250 · New Orleans Pelicans +205

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Injury report

Micah PeavyDay-To-DayRestNew Orleans Pelicans
Bryce McGowensDay-To-DayToeNew Orleans Pelicans
Kevin DurantDay-To-DayAnkleHouston Rockets
Fred VanVleetDay-To-DayKneeHouston Rockets
Steven AdamsDay-To-DayAnkleHouston Rockets

Leaders

PointsDejounte Murray19New Orleans Pelicans
AssistsDejounte Murray6New Orleans Pelicans
ReboundsSaddiq Bey7New Orleans Pelicans
PointsAlperen Sengun36Houston Rockets
AssistsAlperen Sengun7Houston Rockets
ReboundsClint Capela14Houston Rockets

Recent form

New Orleans Pelicans

Last 10: 5-5Streak L4115.9 scored · 113.5 allowed per game5-1 at home

L106-119at Toronto RaptorsMar 28
L108-129at Detroit PistonsMar 26
L116-121at New York KnicksMar 24
L106-111vs Cleveland CavaliersMar 21
W105-99vs LA ClippersMar 20
W124-109vs LA ClippersMar 19
W129-111vs Dallas MavericksMar 17
L105-107at Houston RocketsMar 14
W122-111vs Toronto RaptorsMar 12
W138-118vs Washington WizardsMar 8

Houston Rockets

Last 10: 5-5Streak W1111.2 scored · 112.5 allowed per game1-3 away

W119-109at Memphis GrizzliesMar 28
L108-110at Minnesota TimberwolvesMar 26
L124-132at Chicago BullsMar 24
W123-122vs Miami HeatMar 22
W117-95vs Atlanta HawksMar 21
L116-124vs Los Angeles LakersMar 19
L92-100vs Los Angeles LakersMar 17
W107-105vs New Orleans PelicansMar 14
L93-129at Denver NuggetsMar 12
W113-99vs Toronto RaptorsMar 11

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
San Antonio	-	20	L1	.756	62
Houston	10	30	W1	.634	52
New Orleans	36	56	L2	.317	26
Dallas	36	56	W1	.317	26
Memphis	37	57	L8	.305	25

Box score

Stat	Houston Rockets	New Orleans Pelicans
Field goals	49-105	37-86
Field goal %	47	43
Three-pointers	18-44	9-29
Three-point %	41	31
Free throws	18-21	19-28
Free throw %	86	68
Rebounds	59	36
Offensive rebounds	22	8
Defensive rebounds	37	28
Assists	33	19
Steals	9	4
Blocks	8	9
Turnovers	6	10
Team turnovers	2	1
Technical fouls	3	2
Technical fouls, total	3	2
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	7	14
Fast-break points	22	17
Points in the paint	52	54
Fouls	17	18
Largest lead	33	6
Lead changes	5	5
Time in front	83	10

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter89-75Zion Williamson makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter91-75Kevin Durant makes 8-foot turnaround jump shot
3rd Quarter92-75Kevin Durant makes free throw 1 of 1
3rd Quarter94-75Kevin Durant makes 9-foot step back jumpshot
3rd Quarter94-77Derik Queen makes dunk (Yves Missi assists)
3rd Quarter94-78Yves Missi makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter95-78Kevin Durant makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter96-78Kevin Durant makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter98-78Amen Thompson makes running layup (Kevin Durant assists)
3rd Quarter98-80Derik Queen makes tip shot
3rd Quarter99-80Kevin Durant makes technical free throw
3rd Quarter100-80Amen Thompson makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter101-80Amen Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter101-83Jeremiah Fears makes 25-foot three point jumper (Derik Queen assists)
4th Quarter104-83Alperen Sengun makes 24-foot three point jumper (Aaron Holiday assists)
4th Quarter104-85Jeremiah Fears makes 17-foot two point shot
4th Quarter107-85Jabari Smith Jr. makes 26-foot three pointer
4th Quarter109-85Alperen Sengun makes 10-foot turnaround jump shot
4th Quarter109-87Saddiq Bey makes two point shot
4th Quarter109-88Derik Queen makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter112-88Aaron Holiday makes 22-foot three point jumper (Alperen Sengun assists)
4th Quarter114-88Alperen Sengun makes layup (Jabari Smith Jr. assists)
4th Quarter116-88Alperen Sengun makes tip shot
4th Quarter116-91Saddiq Bey makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jeremiah Fears assists)
4th Quarter119-91Tari Eason makes 23-foot three point jumper (Aaron Holiday assists)
4th Quarter119-93Jeremiah Fears makes driving layup
4th Quarter120-93Alperen Sengun makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter121-93Alperen Sengun makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter123-93Jae'Sean Tate makes driving layup
4th Quarter123-94Jeremiah Fears makes technical free throw
4th Quarter123-95Jeremiah Fears makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter126-95Aaron Holiday makes 24-foot three point jumper (Josh Okogie assists)
4th Quarter128-95Clint Capela makes 7-foot hook shot
4th Quarter128-97Derik Queen makes layup
4th Quarter128-99Jordan Hawkins makes 11-foot fade away jump shot
4th Quarter130-99Jeff Green makes 22-foot two point shot (Josh Okogie assists)
4th Quarter130-101Derik Queen makes 1-foot two point shot (Jeremiah Fears assists)
4th Quarter130-102Derik Queen makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter132-102Josh Okogie makes 13-foot pullup jump shot (Jeff Green assists)
4th Quarter134-102Clint Capela makes running dunk (Josh Okogie assists)