Clippers Edge Pelicans in Thrilling Finish
Friday, October 31, 2025, 10:30 PM ET · Intuit Dome
LA Clippers 126, New Orleans Pelicans 124, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won New Orleans Pelicans vs LA Clippers?
LA Clippers beat New Orleans Pelicans 126-124 at Intuit Dome on October 31, 2025.
In a tightly contested matchup, the LA Clippers narrowly defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 126-124 at the Intuit Dome. This victory marks the Clippers' second consecutive win against the Pelicans this season, extending their lead in the series to 2-0. The Clippers, now boasting a home record of 4-2, have shown resilience despite recent challenges, while the Pelicans continue to struggle, falling to 0-6 on the road.
The game was characterized by intense back-and-forth action, particularly in the fourth quarter. With the score tied at 124, Kawhi Leonard made a crucial 20-foot pullup jump shot, assisted by Derrick Jones Jr., sealing the win for the Clippers. The Pelicans had opportunities to take the lead, with Zion Williamson scoring multiple free throws to keep the game close, but ultimately fell short.
Looking at the recent form, the Clippers have an overall record of 4-2, with their last five games resulting in a record of 3-2. They have averaged 110.8 points scored and allowed 111.0 points during this stretch. Their home performance has been notably strong, with an average of 116.0 points scored and only 108.4 points allowed over their last ten games, despite their current one-game losing streak.
In contrast, the Pelicans have struggled significantly, suffering ten consecutive losses. Their recent performance has seen them average only 106.0 points scored while allowing a staggering 125.0 points per game. This includes a particularly tough stretch of five consecutive losses on the road, where they averaged just 103.2 points scored and allowed 121.4 points.
Historically, the Clippers have fared well against the Pelicans, winning two out of their last three meetings. Their previous encounter this season ended with a 114-98 victory for the Clippers on April 3, 2025. The Pelicans managed to secure a win in a close game earlier in the season, but their recent form suggests a stark contrast to their previous successes.
In terms of injuries, the Clippers were without Jordan Miller due to a shoulder issue, while both Bradley Beal and Yanic Konan Niederhauser were listed as day-to-day with hip and foot injuries, respectively. The Pelicans also had key players dealing with injuries, as Micah Peavy was day-to-day due to rest, and Bryce McGowens was dealing with a toe injury.
The betting market reflected the Clippers' strong home performance, with odds favoring them heavily against the struggling Pelicans, though specific odds were not provided. The conditions of the game were ideal for basketball, with a packed venue at the Intuit Dome, creating an electric atmosphere that fueled the players.
Fans watching the game were treated to a showcase of talent, particularly from Kawhi Leonard and Zion Williamson, both of whom played pivotal roles in their teams' efforts. Leonard's ability to make clutch shots under pressure proved decisive, while Williamson's scoring kept the Pelicans in contention until the final moments.
Overall, this matchup highlighted the Clippers' potential as a playoff contender while raising concerns for the Pelicans as they seek to reverse their fortunes in the coming games.
Injury report
- Jordan MillerOutShoulderLA Clippers
- Bradley BealDay-To-DayHipLA Clippers
- Yanic Konan NiederhauserDay-To-DayFootLA Clippers
- Micah PeavyDay-To-DayRestNew Orleans Pelicans
- Bryce McGowensDay-To-DayToeNew Orleans Pelicans
Leaders
- PointsKawhi Leonard34LA Clippers
- AssistsJames Harden14LA Clippers
- ReboundsIvica Zubac11LA Clippers
- PointsJordan Poole30New Orleans Pelicans
- AssistsJeremiah Fears8New Orleans Pelicans
- ReboundsYves Missi9New Orleans Pelicans
Recent form
LA Clippers
Last 10: 8-2Streak L1116 scored · 108.4 allowed per game6-0 at home
- L79-98at Golden State WarriorsOct 29
- W114-107vs Portland Trail BlazersOct 27
- W129-102vs Phoenix SunsOct 25
- L108-129at Utah JazzOct 23
- W124-119at Golden State WarriorsApr 13
- W101-100at Sacramento KingsApr 12
- W134-117vs Houston RocketsApr 10
- W122-117vs San Antonio SpursApr 9
- W135-104vs Dallas MavericksApr 6
- W114-91vs Dallas MavericksApr 5
New Orleans Pelicans
Last 10: 0-10Streak L10106 scored · 125 allowed per game0-5 away
- L88-122at Denver NuggetsOct 30
- L90-122vs Boston CelticsOct 28
- L116-120vs San Antonio SpursOct 25
- L122-128at Memphis GrizzliesOct 23
- 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
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 |
| 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 |
Box score
| Stat | New Orleans Pelicans | LA Clippers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 40-83 | 46-89 |
| Field goal % | 48 | 52 |
| Three-pointers | 18-37 | 15-39 |
| Three-point % | 49 | 38 |
| Free throws | 26-29 | 19-21 |
| Free throw % | 90 | 90 |
| Rebounds | 43 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 31 | 27 |
| Assists | 28 | 28 |
| Steals | 8 | 12 |
| Blocks | 4 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 23 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 15 | 20 |
| Points in the paint | 44 | 56 |
| Fouls | 18 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 7 | 17 |
How the scoring went
- 4th Quarter86-94Derik Queen makes tip shot
- 4th Quarter86-96Brook Lopez makes 1-foot alley oop dunk shot (James Harden assists)
- 4th Quarter88-96Jordan Poole makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter89-96Jordan Poole makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter90-96Zion Williamson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter91-96Zion Williamson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter94-96Jordan Poole makes 27-foot three point jumper (Saddiq Bey assists)
- 4th Quarter94-99John Collins makes 22-foot three point jumper (James Harden assists)
- 4th Quarter94-100James Harden makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter96-100Zion Williamson makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter96-102James Harden makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter96-105James Harden makes 31-foot running pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter98-105Jeremiah Fears makes 13-foot driving floating jump shot (Trey Murphy III assists)
- 4th Quarter99-105Jeremiah Fears makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter102-105Jordan Poole makes 27-foot three point shot (Herbert Jones assists)
- 4th Quarter102-107James Harden makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter105-107Trey Murphy III makes 27-foot three point jumper (Yves Missi assists)
- 4th Quarter107-107Jeremiah Fears makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter107-110Derrick Jones Jr. makes 22-foot three point jumper (Kawhi Leonard assists)
- 4th Quarter107-113Kawhi Leonard makes 25-foot three point jumper (James Harden assists)
- 4th Quarter108-113Zion Williamson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter109-113Zion Williamson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter111-113Jordan Poole makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter111-115Kawhi Leonard makes 10-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter111-116Kawhi Leonard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter111-117Kawhi Leonard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter113-117Zion Williamson makes 1-foot layup (Jordan Poole assists)
- 4th Quarter113-118Kawhi Leonard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter113-119Kawhi Leonard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter115-119Zion Williamson makes 6-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter115-122Kawhi Leonard makes 25-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter117-122Herbert Jones makes 1-foot layup (Zion Williamson assists)
- 4th Quarter117-124Derrick Jones Jr. makes alley oop dunk shot (Ivica Zubac assists)
- 4th Quarter119-124Zion Williamson makes driving layup (Herbert Jones assists)
- 4th Quarter120-124Zion Williamson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter121-124Saddiq Bey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter122-124Saddiq Bey makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter123-124Zion Williamson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter124-124Zion Williamson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter124-126Kawhi Leonard makes 20-foot pullup jump shot (Derrick Jones Jr. assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours LA Clippers, below favours New Orleans Pelicans.
Venue
- Intuit DomeInglewood, CA
- Attendance16083
- OfficialsJohn Goble, Jason Goldenberg, Jenna Schroeder
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