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Pelicans Edge Kings in High-Scoring Contest

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Thursday, March 5, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · Golden 1 Center

New Orleans Pelicans 133, Sacramento Kings 123, 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 Sacramento Kings?

New Orleans Pelicans beat Sacramento Kings 133-123 at Golden 1 Center on March 5, 2026.

Who was favored in New Orleans Pelicans vs Sacramento Kings?

New Orleans Pelicans were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -265 (about 73% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested game at the Golden 1 Center, the New Orleans Pelicans defeated the Sacramento Kings with a final score of 133 to 123. This victory extends the Pelicans' lead in the season series against the Kings to 3-0, showcasing their dominance over Sacramento this season.

The Kings have struggled throughout the season, holding a record of 14-50, while the Pelicans improved their record to 20-44 with this win. Sacramento's recent form has been disappointing, as they have lost their last two games and have a record of just 2-8 over their last ten outings. During this stretch, they have averaged 108.6 points scored per game while allowing 124.8 points, highlighting their defensive struggles. Their home record stands at 0-3 in their last three games, further emphasizing their difficulties on their own court.

In contrast, the Pelicans have shown some resilience, managing a record of 6-4 in their last ten games, despite losing their last two. They have averaged 116.9 points scored per game and allowed 116.1 points during this span. Their away record in the last five games is 3-2, indicating a more competitive performance on the road compared to the Kings.

In their previous meetings this season, the Kings faced the Pelicans on February 10, where they suffered a significant loss with a score of 94-120. This latest matchup continued the trend, as the Pelicans have now won all three encounters this season, including two games played in New Orleans and one in Sacramento.

In terms of injuries, the Kings were dealing with several key players listed as Day-To-Day, including Domantas Sabonis (knee), Keegan Murray (ankle), Zach LaVine (hand), and De'Andre Hunter (eye). The Pelicans also had Micah Peavy (rest) and Bryce McGowens (toe) listed as Day-To-Day, which could have impacted their rotations.

The betting market had the Pelicans favored by 6.5 points according to DraftKings, with a total set at 236.5. The odds reflected the Pelicans' stronger record and recent form compared to the Kings, who have struggled to find consistency.

The game conditions were typical for a late-night matchup, with a lively atmosphere as fans filled the Golden 1 Center. Viewers were treated to a display of scoring, particularly in the fourth quarter, where key plays included a 27-foot three-pointer by Trey Murphy III and a series of free throws that helped the Pelicans maintain their lead. The final moments saw Malik Monk score an 8-foot floating jump shot, but it was not enough to close the gap as the Pelicans held on for the victory.

This matchup showcased the stark contrast in the teams' seasons, with the Pelicans looking to build momentum as they aim to improve their playoff positioning, while the Kings continue to seek answers in a challenging campaign.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	NO -6.5	236.5 o -105 / u -115	New Orleans Pelicans -265 · Sacramento Kings +215

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Injury report

Domantas SabonisDay-To-DayKneeSacramento Kings
Keegan MurrayDay-To-DayAnkleSacramento Kings
Zach LaVineDay-To-DayHandSacramento Kings
De'Andre HunterDay-To-DayEyeSacramento Kings
Micah PeavyDay-To-DayRestNew Orleans Pelicans
Bryce McGowensDay-To-DayToeNew Orleans Pelicans

Leaders

PointsPrecious Achiuwa29Sacramento Kings
AssistsRussell Westbrook10Sacramento Kings
ReboundsPrecious Achiuwa12Sacramento Kings
PointsZion Williamson23New Orleans Pelicans
AssistsJeremiah Fears6New Orleans Pelicans
ReboundsZion Williamson9New Orleans Pelicans

Recent form

Sacramento Kings

Last 10: 2-8Streak L2108.6 scored · 124.8 allowed per game0-3 at home

L103-114vs Phoenix SunsMar 4
L104-128at Los Angeles LakersMar 2
W130-121at Dallas MavericksFeb 27
L97-128at Houston RocketsFeb 26
W123-114at Memphis GrizzliesFeb 24
L122-139at San Antonio SpursFeb 22
L94-131vs Orlando MagicFeb 20
L93-121at Utah JazzFeb 12
L94-120at New Orleans PelicansFeb 10
L126-132vs Cleveland CavaliersFeb 8

New Orleans Pelicans

Last 10: 6-4Streak L2116.9 scored · 116.1 allowed per game3-2 away

L101-110at Los Angeles LakersMar 4
L117-137at LA ClippersMar 2
W115-105at Utah JazzMar 1
W129-118at Utah JazzFeb 27
W113-109vs Golden State WarriorsFeb 25
W126-111vs Philadelphia 76ersFeb 22
L118-139vs Milwaukee BucksFeb 21
L111-123vs Miami HeatFeb 12
W120-94vs Sacramento KingsFeb 10
W119-115at Minnesota TimberwolvesFeb 7

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	Sacramento Kings
Field goals	49-98	50-99
Field goal %	50	51
Three-pointers	12-34	8-31
Three-point %	35	26
Free throws	23-27	15-23
Free throw %	85	65
Rebounds	52	42
Offensive rebounds	14	10
Defensive rebounds	38	32
Assists	27	29
Steals	7	5
Blocks	11	3
Turnovers	11	7
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	17	10
Fast-break points	19	21
Points in the paint	68	72
Fouls	18	19
Largest lead	17	9
Lead changes	15	15
Time in front	60	36

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter102-85Jeremiah Fears makes driving layup
3rd Quarter102-86Killian Hayes makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter102-87Killian Hayes makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter102-89Drew Eubanks makes 5-foot dunk (Precious Achiuwa assists)
3rd Quarter102-91Precious Achiuwa makes 3-foot running dunk (Killian Hayes assists)
3rd Quarter105-91Karlo Matkovic makes 26-foot three point jumper (Derik Queen assists)
4th Quarter105-93Drew Eubanks makes 2-foot dunk (Daeqwon Plowden assists)
4th Quarter107-93Saddiq Bey makes 11-foot fade away jump shot
4th Quarter107-95Killian Hayes makes driving layup (Malik Monk assists)
4th Quarter107-98Daeqwon Plowden makes 25-foot three point jumper (Killian Hayes assists)
4th Quarter108-98Saddiq Bey makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter109-98Saddiq Bey makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter109-99Precious Achiuwa makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter110-99Saddiq Bey makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter111-99Saddiq Bey makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter111-101Drew Eubanks makes 3-foot dunk (Precious Achiuwa assists)
4th Quarter114-101Jeremiah Fears makes 28-foot three point step back jumpshot
4th Quarter114-103Drew Eubanks makes 2-foot dunk (Russell Westbrook assists)
4th Quarter114-105Precious Achiuwa makes driving layup
4th Quarter115-105Zion Williamson makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter116-105Zion Williamson makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter116-107Malik Monk makes running layup
4th Quarter118-107Zion Williamson makes layup (Bryce McGowens assists)
4th Quarter118-109Drew Eubanks makes alley oop layup (Russell Westbrook assists)
4th Quarter118-110Drew Eubanks makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter120-110Zion Williamson makes 2-foot dunk
4th Quarter120-112Precious Achiuwa makes two point shot
4th Quarter122-112Zion Williamson makes 9-foot two point shot (Jeremiah Fears assists)
4th Quarter122-114Precious Achiuwa makes 3-foot dunk (DeMar DeRozan assists)
4th Quarter123-114Zion Williamson makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter123-116Drew Eubanks makes two point shot
4th Quarter126-116Herbert Jones makes 26-foot three point jumper (Trey Murphy III assists)
4th Quarter129-116Trey Murphy III makes 27-foot three pointer
4th Quarter131-116Trey Murphy III makes 4-foot dunk (Herbert Jones assists)
4th Quarter131-119Precious Achiuwa makes 24-foot three point jumper (Russell Westbrook assists)
4th Quarter131-120Russell Westbrook makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter131-121Russell Westbrook makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter132-121Micah Peavy makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter133-121Micah Peavy makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter133-123Malik Monk makes 8-foot floating jump shot (Russell Westbrook assists)