NBA · Final

Knicks Edge Pelicans in Close Contest at Home

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121

Tuesday, March 24, 2026, 7:30 PM ET · Madison Square Garden

New York Knicks 121, New Orleans Pelicans 116, 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 New York Knicks?

New York Knicks beat New Orleans Pelicans 121-116 at Madison Square Garden on March 24, 2026.

Who was favored in New Orleans Pelicans vs New York Knicks?

New York Knicks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -355 (about 78% implied). The favorite won.

The New York Knicks secured a narrow victory against the New Orleans Pelicans, finishing the game with a score of 121-116 at Madison Square Garden. This win marks the Knicks' third consecutive victory over the Pelicans this season, extending their series lead to 3-0.

The Knicks entered this matchup with a strong home record of 48-25, showcasing their dominance at Madison Square Garden. They have been in solid form recently, boasting a 7-3 record over their last ten games, including a six-game winning streak leading up to this contest. During this stretch, the Knicks averaged 117.6 points per game while allowing 107.3, indicating their offensive prowess and defensive capabilities. Their last outing was a commanding 145-113 win against the Washington Wizards, further solidifying their confidence.

In contrast, the Pelicans, with an away record of 25-48, have struggled throughout the season. They entered this game with a 6-4 record in their last ten games but faced a setback with a loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers just days prior. The Pelicans have averaged 117.9 points per game in their recent stretch, but their defensive struggles have seen them allow an average of 111.7 points. Their last victory came against the LA Clippers, where they won 105-99.

The Knicks played this game with some injury concerns, as both Jalen Brunson and Mohamed Diawara were listed as day-to-day due to wrist and finger issues, respectively. For the Pelicans, Micah Peavy and Bryce McGowens were also day-to-day, dealing with rest and a toe injury. The absence of key players can significantly impact team performance, and it was crucial for both teams to manage their rotations effectively.

Before this game, the Knicks had a home record of 3-1 in their last four games, while the Pelicans struggled with a 1-3 away record. The Knicks' strong home advantage has been a pivotal factor in their success this season, and they aimed to capitalize on that against the Pelicans.

The betting market reflected the Knicks' strong position, with DraftKings setting the spread at NY -8.5 and the total points at 229.5. The odds indicated a clear expectation for the Knicks to perform well at home, further emphasizing their recent form and the Pelicans' struggles.

The game itself was tightly contested, with both teams exchanging leads throughout. Key moments included Jalen Brunson making crucial free throws in the fourth quarter, which helped the Knicks maintain their lead. Zion Williamson also played a significant role for the Pelicans, making important layups and free throws to keep the game competitive.

As the game progressed, the Knicks' ability to execute in clutch moments proved decisive. The final minutes saw Brunson stepping up, making two free throws to push the score to 121-116, sealing the victory for New York. The Pelicans fought hard but ultimately fell short, unable to close the gap in the final moments.

Overall, this matchup highlighted the Knicks' strong home performance and their ability to win tight games, while the Pelicans continued to face challenges on the road. The final score reflects a competitive game, with both teams showing flashes of their potential, but ultimately, the Knicks' home advantage and recent form proved too much for the Pelicans.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	NY -8.5	229.5 o -105 / u -115	New Orleans Pelicans +280 · New York Knicks -355

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Injury report

Mohamed DiawaraDay-To-DayFingerNew York Knicks
Jalen BrunsonDay-To-DayWristNew York Knicks
Micah PeavyDay-To-DayRestNew Orleans Pelicans
Bryce McGowensDay-To-DayToeNew Orleans Pelicans

Leaders

PointsJalen Brunson32New York Knicks
AssistsJalen Brunson7New York Knicks
ReboundsKarl-Anthony Towns14New York Knicks
PointsZion Williamson22New Orleans Pelicans
AssistsDejounte Murray12New Orleans Pelicans
ReboundsTrey Murphy III6New Orleans Pelicans

Recent form

New York Knicks

Last 10: 7-3Streak W6117.6 scored · 107.3 allowed per game3-1 at home

W145-113vs Washington WizardsMar 22
W93-92at Brooklyn NetsMar 20
W136-110vs Indiana PacersMar 17
W110-107vs Golden State WarriorsMar 16
W101-92at Indiana PacersMar 13
W134-117at Utah JazzMar 12
L118-126at LA ClippersMar 10
L97-110at Los Angeles LakersMar 8
W142-103at Denver NuggetsMar 7
L100-103vs Oklahoma City ThunderMar 5

New Orleans Pelicans

Last 10: 6-4Streak L1117.9 scored · 111.7 allowed per game1-3 away

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
L116-118at Phoenix SunsMar 7
W133-123at Sacramento KingsMar 6
L101-110at Los Angeles LakersMar 4

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
Boston	-	26	W2	.683	56
New York	3	29	L1	.646	53
Toronto	10	36	W1	.561	46
Philadelphia	11	37	W2	.549	45
Brooklyn	36	62	L3	.244	20

Box score

Stat	New Orleans Pelicans	New York Knicks
Field goals	45-88	44-85
Field goal %	51	52
Three-pointers	15-34	13-33
Three-point %	44	39
Free throws	11-13	20-22
Free throw %	85	91
Rebounds	34	41
Offensive rebounds	6	9
Defensive rebounds	28	32
Assists	33	29
Steals	5	5
Blocks	3	4
Turnovers	7	9
Team turnovers	0	2
Technical fouls	1	0
Technical fouls, total	1	0
Flagrant fouls	1	0
Points off turnovers	11	18
Fast-break points	19	16
Points in the paint	56	52
Fouls	19	18
Largest lead	6	14
Lead changes	15	15
Time in front	25	67

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter86-83Trey Murphy III makes 28-foot three point jumper (Dejounte Murray assists)
3rd Quarter86-85Mitchell Robinson makes tip in dunk
3rd Quarter89-85Trey Murphy III makes 30-foot three point jumper (Dejounte Murray assists)
3rd Quarter89-87Josh Hart makes 13-foot pullup jump shot (Mikal Bridges assists)
3rd Quarter89-89Jalen Brunson makes 11-foot fade away jump shot (Jordan Clarkson assists)
3rd Quarter89-91Jordan Clarkson makes 1-foot layup (Jalen Brunson assists)
3rd Quarter92-91Saddiq Bey makes 25-foot three point jumper (Dejounte Murray assists)
3rd Quarter92-93Mitchell Robinson makes alley oop dunk (Jalen Brunson assists)
4th Quarter92-95Mohamed Diawara makes two point shot (Jose Alvarado assists)
4th Quarter92-98Karl-Anthony Towns makes 25-foot three point jumper (Mohamed Diawara assists)
4th Quarter94-98Jeremiah Fears makes 1-foot two point shot (Yves Missi assists)
4th Quarter94-100Karl-Anthony Towns makes tip shot
4th Quarter96-100Jeremiah Fears makes 9-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter96-101Josh Hart makes free throw flagrant 1 of 3
4th Quarter96-102Josh Hart makes free throw flagrant 2 of 3
4th Quarter96-103Josh Hart makes free throw flagrant 3 of 3
4th Quarter98-103Herbert Jones makes 14-foot pullup jump shot (Derik Queen assists)
4th Quarter100-103Jeremiah Fears makes two point shot
4th Quarter100-105Jalen Brunson makes 15-foot step back jumpshot
4th Quarter100-107Jalen Brunson makes 16-foot step back jumpshot
4th Quarter103-107Jeremiah Fears makes 25-foot three point jumper (Karlo Matkovic assists)
4th Quarter103-108Jalen Brunson makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter103-109Jalen Brunson makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter105-109Jeremiah Fears makes two point shot (Saddiq Bey assists)
4th Quarter107-109Saddiq Bey makes running layup
4th Quarter107-111Jalen Brunson makes 12-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter107-113Jalen Brunson makes running layup
4th Quarter108-113Saddiq Bey makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter109-113Saddiq Bey makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter109-115Josh Hart makes two point shot (Jalen Brunson assists)
4th Quarter111-115Zion Williamson makes 2-foot two point shot (Dejounte Murray assists)
4th Quarter111-116Jalen Brunson makes technical free throw
4th Quarter111-117Jalen Brunson makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter111-118Jalen Brunson makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter113-118Zion Williamson makes driving layup (Dejounte Murray assists)
4th Quarter114-118Zion Williamson makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter114-119Josh Hart makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter116-119Trey Murphy III makes driving layup
4th Quarter116-120Jalen Brunson makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter116-121Jalen Brunson makes free throw 2 of 2