NBA · Final

Pelicans Defeat Clippers 124-109 at Home

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Wednesday, March 18, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Smoothie King Center

New Orleans Pelicans 124, LA Clippers 109, 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 LA Clippers vs New Orleans Pelicans?

New Orleans Pelicans beat LA Clippers 124-109 at Smoothie King Center on March 18, 2026.

Who was favored in LA Clippers vs New Orleans Pelicans?

LA Clippers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -130 (about 57% implied). The underdog won.

In a decisive victory, the New Orleans Pelicans defeated the LA Clippers 124-109 at the Smoothie King Center. This win not only showcased the Pelicans' ability to perform at home, improving their record to 25-46, but also marked a significant moment in their season as they aimed to build momentum against a team that had previously dominated their matchups this season.

The Pelicans entered the game with a recent record of 6-4 over their last ten games, having won their last match against the Dallas Mavericks 129-111. They averaged 120.5 points scored and allowed 115.8 points per game during this stretch, demonstrating a solid offensive capability. At home, they maintained a perfect 3-0 record in their last three games, indicating a strong advantage playing in front of their fans.

Conversely, the Clippers had a record of 34-36 and were looking to recover from a two-game losing streak. They had won seven of their last ten games prior to this matchup, averaging 123.8 points scored and 115.2 points allowed. However, their recent form was marred by losses to the San Antonio Spurs and Sacramento Kings, which may have affected their confidence heading into this game.

In terms of previous encounters, the Clippers led the season series 2-1, having won their last meeting 137-117 just a few weeks prior on March 2. Historically, the Pelicans had struggled against the Clippers, with a head-to-head record of 1-4 in their last five meetings, including a loss in their last encounter at home last season.

Injuries played a role in the matchup, with the Pelicans missing Micah Peavy and Bryce McGowens, both listed as day-to-day. The Clippers were without Jordan Miller, who was out due to a shoulder injury, while Bradley Beal and Yanic Konan Niederhauser were both day-to-day, adding uncertainty to their lineup.

DraftKings set the betting line with the Clippers favored by 2.5 points, reflecting their previous performances against the Pelicans. The total for the game was set at 236.5, indicating expectations for a high-scoring affair.

Conditions in the Smoothie King Center were favorable for basketball, and the Pelicans capitalized on this advantage. They started strong and maintained control throughout the game. Key scoring plays in the fourth quarter included a 26-foot three-pointer by Dejounte Murray, which pushed the Pelicans' lead to 124-109, sealing the victory.

As the game progressed, viewers witnessed the Pelicans' effective teamwork and scoring efficiency, particularly from players like Trey Murphy III and Saddiq Bey, who contributed significantly to the scoreline. The Pelicans' strong performance at home, coupled with their recent form, suggests they are finding their rhythm as the season approaches its conclusion.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	LAC -2.5	236.5 o -115 / u -105	LA Clippers -130 · New Orleans Pelicans +110

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Injury report

Micah PeavyDay-To-DayRestNew Orleans Pelicans
Bryce McGowensDay-To-DayToeNew Orleans Pelicans
Jordan MillerOutShoulderLA Clippers
Bradley BealDay-To-DayHipLA Clippers
Yanic Konan NiederhauserDay-To-DayFootLA Clippers

Leaders

PointsSaddiq Bey25New Orleans Pelicans
AssistsDejounte Murray11New Orleans Pelicans
ReboundsKarlo Matkovic8New Orleans Pelicans
PointsKawhi Leonard25LA Clippers
AssistsDarius Garland6LA Clippers
ReboundsKawhi Leonard8LA Clippers

Recent form

New Orleans Pelicans

Last 10: 6-4Streak W1120.5 scored · 115.8 allowed per game3-0 at home

W129-111vs Dallas MavericksMar 17
L105-107at Houston RocketsMar 14
W122-111vs Toronto RaptorsMar 12
W138-118vs Washington WizardsMar 8
L116-118at Phoenix SunsMar 7
W133-123at Sacramento KingsMar 6
L101-110at Los Angeles LakersMar 4
L117-137at LA ClippersMar 2
W115-105at Utah JazzMar 1
W129-118at Utah JazzFeb 27

LA Clippers

Last 10: 7-3Streak L2123.8 scored · 115.2 allowed per game2-1 away

L115-119vs San Antonio SpursMar 17
L109-118vs Sacramento KingsMar 15
W119-108vs Chicago BullsMar 14
W153-128vs Minnesota TimberwolvesMar 12
W126-118vs New York KnicksMar 10
W123-120at Memphis GrizzliesMar 8
L112-116at San Antonio SpursMar 7
W130-107vs Indiana PacersMar 5
W114-101at Golden State WarriorsMar 3
W137-117vs New Orleans PelicansMar 2

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
LA Lakers	-	29	W3	.646	53
Phoenix	8	37	W1	.549	45
LA Clippers	11	40	W1	.512	42
Golden State	16	45	L3	.451	37
Sacramento	31	60	L1	.268	22
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	LA Clippers	New Orleans Pelicans
Field goals	45-88	44-83
Field goal %	51	53
Three-pointers	9-31	16-37
Three-point %	29	43
Free throws	10-13	20-21
Free throw %	77	95
Rebounds	36	40
Offensive rebounds	14	13
Defensive rebounds	22	27
Assists	24	32
Steals	10	12
Blocks	2	6
Turnovers	15	18
Team turnovers	1	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	23	25
Fast-break points	9	22
Points in the paint	66	54
Fouls	17	14
Largest lead	18	20
Lead changes	3	3
Time in front	47	49

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter74-78Kawhi Leonard makes 25-foot three point jumper
3rd Quarter74-81Saddiq Bey makes 23-foot running jump shot (Herbert Jones assists)
3rd Quarter74-83Karlo Matkovic makes dunk
3rd Quarter76-83Brook Lopez makes layup (Derrick Jones Jr. assists)
3rd Quarter79-83Kobe Sanders makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jordan Miller assists)
3rd Quarter79-86Derik Queen makes 25-foot three point jumper (Saddiq Bey assists)
3rd Quarter81-86Jordan Miller makes tip shot
3rd Quarter81-89Trey Murphy III makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot (Saddiq Bey assists)
3rd Quarter81-90Derik Queen makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter81-91Derik Queen makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter81-94Trey Murphy III makes 25-foot three pointer (Yves Missi assists)
3rd Quarter83-94Jordan Miller makes driving layup
3rd Quarter83-96Jeremiah Fears makes driving layup
3rd Quarter85-96Isaiah Jackson makes two point shot
4th Quarter87-96Darius Garland makes 9-foot pullup jump shot (John Collins assists)
4th Quarter87-99Jeremiah Fears makes 28-foot three point jumper (Trey Murphy III assists)
4th Quarter87-100Derik Queen makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter87-101Derik Queen makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter87-103Jeremiah Fears makes running layup
4th Quarter90-103Jordan Miller makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kris Dunn assists)
4th Quarter90-105Yves Missi makes 1-foot dunk (Derik Queen assists)
4th Quarter92-105Darius Garland makes 1-foot two point shot
4th Quarter94-105Darius Garland makes 2-foot two point shot
4th Quarter96-105John Collins makes running layup
4th Quarter97-105John Collins makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter97-106Derik Queen makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter97-107Derik Queen makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter99-107Isaiah Jackson makes driving dunk (Darius Garland assists)
4th Quarter99-109Zion Williamson makes driving layup (Jeremiah Fears assists)
4th Quarter101-109Jordan Miller makes driving layup (Darius Garland assists)
4th Quarter101-112Saddiq Bey makes 26-foot three pointer (Zion Williamson assists)
4th Quarter101-115Dejounte Murray makes 26-foot three point jumper (Saddiq Bey assists)
4th Quarter101-117Trey Murphy III makes 1-foot running dunk (Dejounte Murray assists)
4th Quarter101-119Saddiq Bey makes 1-foot running dunk (Trey Murphy III assists)
4th Quarter101-121Dejounte Murray makes 21-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter103-121Isaiah Jackson makes dunk
4th Quarter105-121Sean Pedulla makes 10-foot driving floating jump shot (Kobe Sanders assists)
4th Quarter107-121Cam Christie makes running layup (Bogdan Bogdanovic assists)
4th Quarter109-121Cam Christie makes 14-foot pullup jump shot (Kobe Sanders assists)
4th Quarter109-124Dejounte Murray makes 26-foot three pointer