NBA · Final

Miami Heat Defeat New Orleans Pelicans 125-106

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Sunday, January 4, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · Kaseya Center

Miami Heat 125, New Orleans Pelicans 106, 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 New Orleans Pelicans vs Miami Heat?

Miami Heat beat New Orleans Pelicans 125-106 at Kaseya Center on January 4, 2026.

Who was favored in New Orleans Pelicans vs Miami Heat?

Miami Heat were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -298 (about 75% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive matchup at the Kaseya Center, the Miami Heat secured a commanding 125-106 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans. This win improves Miami's record to 21-16, while the Pelicans fall to 8-30. The Heat's performance solidified their lead in the series, now at 2-0 against New Orleans this season, having previously won their earlier meeting 119-108 on January 2, 2025, and a more dominant 153-104 victory on April 12, 2025.

The Heat entered the game with a mixed recent form, holding a 5-5 record over their last ten games, but they had lost their previous outing against the Minnesota Timberwolves, 115-125. Miami has averaged 118.2 points scored and allowed 116.1 points during this stretch. At home, their record stands at 2-3 in the last five games, with an impressive scoring average of 129.6 points while allowing 117.4 points.

In contrast, the Pelicans have struggled significantly, now on a six-game losing streak. Their record over the last ten games is 4-6, but they have averaged 118.6 points scored while allowing a concerning 121.9 points. On the road, New Orleans has managed just one win in their last five games, averaging 114.8 points scored and 124.8 points allowed.

The game featured a notable injury picture for both teams. For the Heat, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bam Adebayo, Trevor Keels, Ryan Conwell, and Myron Gardner were all listed as day-to-day with various injuries. The Pelicans also had players Micah Peavy and Bryce McGowens listed as day-to-day.

From a betting perspective, DraftKings had the Heat favored by 7.5 points, with a total set at 247.5 points. The moneyline odds were -298 for Miami and +240 for New Orleans. The market reflected a strong belief in Miami's ability to win, as evidenced by their high moneyline odds.

The game conditions were typical for a January night in Miami, with a lively crowd supporting the Heat. Fans were treated to a showcase of offensive prowess, particularly from Miami, who executed their plays effectively. The scoring plays highlighted the Heat's dominance, with standout moments including a 25-foot three-point jumper from Norman Powell, assisted by Bam Adebayo, which brought the score to 123-104 in the fourth quarter.

As the game progressed, the Heat maintained a comfortable lead, demonstrating their ability to control the pace and flow of the game. The Pelicans, despite their efforts, could not keep up, with their last notable score coming from Micah Peavy's driving layup, which brought the score to 125-106.

Overall, the Miami Heat's victory was a testament to their offensive capabilities and defensive resilience, particularly against a struggling Pelicans team. The Heat will look to build on this momentum as they continue their season, while the Pelicans will need to regroup and address their ongoing challenges.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	MIA -7.5	247.5 o -108 / u -112	New Orleans Pelicans +240 · Miami Heat -298

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Injury report

Giannis AntetokounmpoDay-To-DayKneeMiami Heat
Bam AdebayoDay-To-DayBackMiami Heat
Trevor KeelsDay-To-DayKneeMiami Heat
Ryan ConwellDay-To-DayHipMiami Heat
Myron GardnerDay-To-DayAnkleMiami Heat
Micah PeavyDay-To-DayRestNew Orleans Pelicans
Bryce McGowensDay-To-DayToeNew Orleans Pelicans

Leaders

PointsNorman Powell34Miami Heat
AssistsPelle Larsson6Miami Heat
ReboundsKel'el Ware12Miami Heat
PointsTrey Murphy III27New Orleans Pelicans
AssistsJordan Poole8New Orleans Pelicans
ReboundsTrey Murphy III8New Orleans Pelicans

Recent form

Miami Heat

Last 10: 5-5Streak L1118.2 scored · 116.1 allowed per game2-3 at home

L115-125vs Minnesota TimberwolvesJan 3
W118-112at Detroit PistonsJan 2
W147-123vs Denver NuggetsDec 30
W142-116vs Indiana PacersDec 28
W126-111at Atlanta HawksDec 27
L91-112vs Toronto RaptorsDec 24
L125-132at New York KnicksDec 21
L116-129at Boston CelticsDec 20
W106-95at Brooklyn NetsDec 19
L96-106vs Toronto RaptorsDec 16

New Orleans Pelicans

Last 10: 4-6Streak L6118.6 scored · 121.9 allowed per game1-2 away

L109-122vs Portland Trail BlazersJan 3
L118-134at Chicago BullsJan 1
L125-130vs New York KnicksDec 30
L114-123vs Phoenix SunsDec 28
L108-115vs Phoenix SunsDec 27
L118-141at Cleveland CavaliersDec 24
W119-113vs Dallas MavericksDec 23
W128-109vs Indiana PacersDec 21
W133-128vs Houston RocketsDec 19
W114-104at Chicago BullsDec 15

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
Atlanta	-	36	L1	.561	46
Orlando	1	37	L1	.549	45
Charlotte	2	38	W1	.537	44
Miami	3	39	W2	.524	43
Washington	29	65	L10	.207	17

Box score

Stat	New Orleans Pelicans	Miami Heat
Field goals	42-90	47-101
Field goal %	47	47
Three-pointers	16-40	18-44
Three-point %	40	41
Free throws	6-8	13-18
Free throw %	75	72
Rebounds	42	43
Offensive rebounds	6	12
Defensive rebounds	36	31
Assists	28	30
Steals	9	19
Blocks	7	7
Turnovers	24	15
Team turnovers	2	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	31	14
Fast-break points	11	31
Points in the paint	46	54
Fouls	14	14
Largest lead	3	21
Lead changes	6	6
Time in front	2	91

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter69-78Bam Adebayo makes free throw 1 of 1
3rd Quarter71-78Jeremiah Fears makes 15-foot pullup jump shot (Derik Queen assists)
3rd Quarter71-81Norman Powell makes 25-foot three pointer (Bam Adebayo assists)
3rd Quarter71-83Pelle Larsson makes driving layup
3rd Quarter71-86Norman Powell makes 25-foot running pullup jump shot
3rd Quarter71-88Pelle Larsson makes 10-foot two point shot
3rd Quarter71-91Bam Adebayo makes 24-foot three point jumper (Pelle Larsson assists)
3rd Quarter74-91Jose Alvarado makes 23-foot three point jumper (Yves Missi assists)
3rd Quarter77-91Jordan Poole makes 24-foot three pointer
3rd Quarter77-93Andrew Wiggins makes 5-foot two point shot
4th Quarter77-95Andrew Wiggins makes 17-foot step back jumpshot (Nikola Jovic assists)
4th Quarter77-97Dru Smith makes running layup
4th Quarter79-97Yves Missi makes driving dunk (Jordan Poole assists)
4th Quarter79-99Nikola Jovic makes running layup (Dru Smith assists)
4th Quarter81-99Yves Missi makes driving layup (Jordan Poole assists)
4th Quarter83-99Jordan Poole makes 4-foot two point shot
4th Quarter86-99Jose Alvarado makes 22-foot running jump shot (Trey Murphy III assists)
4th Quarter86-100Nikola Jovic makes free throw 1 of 3
4th Quarter86-101Nikola Jovic makes free throw 3 of 3
4th Quarter86-103Kel'el Ware makes running layup (Pelle Larsson assists)
4th Quarter86-104Pelle Larsson makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter89-104Trey Murphy III makes 22-foot three point jumper (Jordan Poole assists)
4th Quarter89-106Kel'el Ware makes two point shot
4th Quarter92-106Jeremiah Fears makes 27-foot three point jumper (Derik Queen assists)
4th Quarter92-108Kel'el Ware makes 1-foot dunk (Pelle Larsson assists)
4th Quarter92-111Pelle Larsson makes 25-foot three pointer
4th Quarter95-111Trey Murphy III makes 23-foot three pointer (Jose Alvarado assists)
4th Quarter97-111Karlo Matkovic makes dunk (Jeremiah Fears assists)
4th Quarter97-113Pelle Larsson makes reverse layup (Davion Mitchell assists)
4th Quarter97-114Kel'el Ware makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter100-114Jeremiah Fears makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot (Trey Murphy III assists)
4th Quarter100-116Bam Adebayo makes 6-foot two point shot (Norman Powell assists)
4th Quarter100-118Kel'el Ware makes 1-foot running dunk (Pelle Larsson assists)
4th Quarter101-118Derik Queen makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter102-118Derik Queen makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter102-120Norman Powell makes 3-foot two point shot
4th Quarter104-120Jeremiah Fears makes 17-foot fade away jump shot
4th Quarter104-123Norman Powell makes 25-foot three point jumper (Bam Adebayo assists)
4th Quarter104-125Kel'el Ware makes 10-foot two point shot
4th Quarter106-125Micah Peavy makes driving layup (Trey Alexander assists)