NBA · Final

Pelicans Secure Victory Over Melbourne United

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Friday, October 3, 2025, 5:30 AM ET · Rod Laver Arena

New Orleans Pelicans 107, Melbourne United 97, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Melbourne United vs New Orleans Pelicans?

New Orleans Pelicans beat Melbourne United 107-97 at Rod Laver Arena on October 3, 2025.

In an engaging matchup at Rod Laver Arena, the New Orleans Pelicans triumphed over Melbourne United with a final score of 107-97. This victory marks the Pelicans' first win of the season, improving their record to 1-0. The game showcased a strong performance from the Pelicans, who managed to break a seven-game losing streak that had plagued them in their last ten games, where they had recorded only two wins against eight losses.

The Pelicans' recent form has been concerning, as they averaged 104.7 points scored while allowing 117.6 points over their last ten games. Their home record stood at 2-4, while their away record was a dismal 0-4 prior to this matchup. In their last five games, they averaged 107.2 points scored and 126.8 points allowed, indicating significant defensive struggles. However, the win against Melbourne United may signal a turning point for the team.

Melbourne United entered the game with a different set of expectations, but details about their recent form were not provided in the block. The Pelicans, however, were keen to capitalize on their home court advantage, especially after struggling in previous encounters. The matchup against Melbourne United was particularly notable as it allowed the Pelicans to reset their trajectory after a rough stretch.

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. Despite these concerns, McGowens played a pivotal role in the game, contributing crucial points in the fourth quarter. His performance included making free throws and a driving layup that helped solidify the Pelicans' lead.

The scoring plays in the final quarter were critical in determining the outcome of the game. Tanner Krebs opened the fourth with a three-point jumper, bringing Melbourne United to within four points at 99-95. However, the Pelicans responded effectively, with McGowens making two free throws to extend the lead to 101-95. Christian Shumate's dunk and McGowens' subsequent layup further widened the gap, ensuring the Pelicans maintained control as the game concluded.

The market had favored the Pelicans, pricing their win probability at 1.0, indicating strong confidence in their ability to secure the victory at home. The conditions in Rod Laver Arena were conducive to a competitive game, and the Pelicans took full advantage of the home crowd support.

As the Pelicans look to build on this win, it will be essential for them to address their defensive issues and maintain the momentum gained from this victory. The performance of McGowens, despite his injury concerns, will be a focal point moving forward as the team seeks to improve their overall standing in the league.

Injury report

Micah PeavyDay-To-DayRestNew Orleans Pelicans
Bryce McGowensDay-To-DayToeNew Orleans Pelicans

Leaders

PointsTrey Murphy III18New Orleans Pelicans
AssistsZion Williamson5New Orleans Pelicans
ReboundsYves Missi8New Orleans Pelicans
PointsMilton Doyle25Melbourne United
AssistsTyson Walker5Melbourne United
ReboundsFinn Delaney9Melbourne United

Recent form

New Orleans Pelicans

Last 10: 2-8Streak L7104.7 scored · 117.6 allowed per game2-4 at home

L100-115vs Oklahoma City ThunderApr 13
L104-153vs Miami HeatApr 12
L111-136at Milwaukee BucksApr 11
L114-119at Brooklyn NetsApr 8
L107-111vs Milwaukee BucksApr 7
L108-124at Los Angeles LakersApr 5
L98-114at LA ClippersApr 3
W98-94vs Charlotte HornetsMar 30
L95-111vs Golden State WarriorsMar 29
W112-99vs Philadelphia 76ersMar 25

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	Melbourne United	New Orleans Pelicans
Field goals	36-91	40-90
Field goal %	40	44
Three-pointers	12-41	8-33
Three-point %	29	24
Free throws	13-20	19-24
Free throw %	65	79
Rebounds	48	46
Offensive rebounds	13	13
Defensive rebounds	35	33
Assists	23	20
Steals	7	11
Blocks	1	8
Turnovers	17	16
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	20	23
Fast-break points	7	6
Points in the paint	38	60
Fouls	18	22
Largest lead	1	16

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter66-68Tyson Walker makes 26-foot three pointer
3rd Quarter66-70Jose Alvarado makes driving layup (Jordan Poole assists)
3rd Quarter66-72Micah Peavy makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
3rd Quarter68-72Kyle Bowen makes 9-foot two point shot (Tom Wilson assists)
3rd Quarter68-74Yves Missi makes 2-foot layup (Jordan Hawkins assists)
3rd Quarter68-76Jordan Hawkins makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
3rd Quarter71-76Milton Doyle makes 23-foot three point jumper (Fabijan Krslovic assists)
3rd Quarter71-77Jordan Hawkins makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter71-78Jordan Hawkins makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter71-81Jose Alvarado makes 25-foot three pointer
3rd Quarter74-81Tom Wilson makes 27-foot three point jumper (Fabijan Krslovic assists)
3rd Quarter74-82Jordan Hawkins makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter74-83Jordan Hawkins makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter76-83Jesse Edwards makes alley oop dunk shot (Tyson Walker assists)
3rd Quarter76-85Micah Peavy makes layup
3rd Quarter78-85Jesse Edwards makes 4-foot two point shot
3rd Quarter79-85Finn Delaney makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter79-87Karlo Matkovic makes tip shot
4th Quarter80-87Finn Delaney makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter80-89Karlo Matkovic makes 5-foot hook shot
4th Quarter80-91Jeremiah Fears makes dunk
4th Quarter80-93Bryce McGowens makes driving layup (Jeremiah Fears assists)
4th Quarter82-93Tom Wilson makes two point shot (Tanner Krebs assists)
4th Quarter82-95Karlo Matkovic makes dunk
4th Quarter84-95Kyle Bowen makes 1-foot layup (Milton Doyle assists)
4th Quarter85-95Tom Wilson makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter86-95Tom Wilson makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter86-97Jeremiah Fears makes 8-foot driving floating jump shot (Karlo Matkovic assists)
4th Quarter88-97Milton Doyle makes 7-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter90-97Dash Daniels makes 11-foot two point shot
4th Quarter90-99Bryce McGowens makes two point shot
4th Quarter92-99Milton Doyle makes 8-foot two point shot
4th Quarter95-99Tanner Krebs makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jesse Edwards assists)
4th Quarter95-100Bryce McGowens makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter95-101Bryce McGowens makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter95-103Christian Shumate makes dunk
4th Quarter96-103Milton Doyle makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter97-103Milton Doyle makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter97-105Bryce McGowens makes driving layup
4th Quarter97-107Bryce McGowens makes 8-foot driving floating jump shot