NBA · Final

Suns Defeat Pelicans 123-114 in NBA Clash

Phoenix Suns18-13

123

New Orleans Pelicans8-25

114

Saturday, December 27, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Smoothie King Center

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Quick answers

Who won Phoenix Suns vs New Orleans Pelicans?

Phoenix Suns beat New Orleans Pelicans 123-114 at Smoothie King Center on December 27, 2025.

Who was favored in Phoenix Suns vs New Orleans Pelicans?

Phoenix Suns were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -185 (about 65% implied). The favorite won.

The Phoenix Suns continued their dominance over the New Orleans Pelicans with a 123-114 victory at the Smoothie King Center, marking their fourth consecutive win against New Orleans this season and extending their series lead to 4-0. This matchup was significant as it highlighted the contrasting fortunes of both teams, with the Suns holding a much stronger away record of 18-13 compared to the Pelicans' home record of 8-25.

In terms of recent form, both teams entered this game with a record of 5-5 in their last ten games. However, the Suns were on a two-game winning streak, while the Pelicans had lost their last two games. The Pelicans averaged 121.2 points scored and 120.9 points allowed in their last ten games, demonstrating their offensive capabilities but also revealing their defensive vulnerabilities. In contrast, the Suns averaged 110.8 points scored and 114.7 points allowed during the same stretch, indicating a more balanced but less explosive scoring output.

The game began with the Suns maintaining control, having defeated the Pelicans just a day prior with a score of 115-108. This recent victory added to their confidence as they faced New Orleans again. Historically, the Suns have fared well against the Pelicans, winning three of their last four encounters, with previous scores including a 121-98 win on November 11 and a 125-108 win on March 1.

Injuries played a role in the game, with both teams dealing with players listed as day-to-day. For the Pelicans, Micah Peavy was resting, and Bryce McGowens was dealing with a toe issue. The Suns had CJ Huntley nursing a hamstring problem and Mark Williams dealing with a foot injury. The absence of key players can often impact team performance, but both squads managed to field competitive lineups.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Suns favored by 4.5 points, with a total set at 241.5. The odds reflected the Suns' stronger record and recent performances, while the Pelicans were seen as underdogs, struggling to find consistent success at home.

Conditions for the game were standard for an indoor basketball matchup, with no weather factors to consider. However, the atmosphere in the Smoothie King Center was charged, as fans rallied behind the Pelicans in hopes of a turnaround against a familiar opponent.

As the game progressed, the Suns showcased their ability to execute under pressure, maintaining a lead that they built early on. The Pelicans fought hard to close the gap, but ultimately, the Suns' experience and execution in crucial moments allowed them to secure the win. Notably, in the fourth quarter, scoring plays from Trey Murphy III and Jeremiah Fears kept the Pelicans competitive, but they were unable to overcome the deficit created earlier in the game.

Overall, the Suns' victory solidified their position in the league while the Pelicans continued to search for answers to improve their home performance.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	PHX -4.5	241.5 o -108 / u -112	Phoenix Suns -185 · New Orleans Pelicans +154

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Injury report

Micah PeavyDay-To-DayRestNew Orleans Pelicans
Bryce McGowensDay-To-DayToeNew Orleans Pelicans
CJ HuntleyDay-To-DayHamstringPhoenix Suns
Mark WilliamsDay-To-DayFootPhoenix Suns

Leaders

PointsTrey Murphy III24New Orleans Pelicans
AssistsDerik Queen3New Orleans Pelicans
ReboundsDerik Queen11New Orleans Pelicans
PointsDevin Booker20Phoenix Suns
AssistsCollin Gillespie7Phoenix Suns
ReboundsOso Ighodaro10Phoenix Suns

Recent form

New Orleans Pelicans

Last 10: 5-5Streak L2121.2 scored · 120.9 allowed per game4-3 at home

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
W143-120vs Portland Trail BlazersDec 12
L132-135vs San Antonio SpursDec 9
L101-119at Brooklyn NetsDec 6
L116-125vs Minnesota TimberwolvesDec 5

Phoenix Suns

Last 10: 5-5Streak W2110.8 scored · 114.7 allowed per game3-3 away

W115-108at New Orleans PelicansDec 27
W132-108vs Los Angeles LakersDec 24
L116-119at Golden State WarriorsDec 21
W99-98vs Golden State WarriorsDec 19
L114-116vs Los Angeles LakersDec 15
L89-138at Oklahoma City ThunderDec 11
W108-105at Minnesota TimberwolvesDec 9
L98-117at Houston RocketsDec 6
W125-108at Los Angeles LakersDec 2
L112-130vs Denver NuggetsNov 30

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
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
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	Phoenix Suns	New Orleans Pelicans
Field goals	45-98	38-87
Field goal %	46	44
Three-pointers	20-44	9-27
Three-point %	45	33
Free throws	13-19	29-33
Free throw %	68	88
Rebounds	55	43
Offensive rebounds	22	14
Defensive rebounds	33	29
Assists	26	16
Steals	7	11
Blocks	3	7
Turnovers	16	13
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	3	3
Technical fouls, total	3	3
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	23	17
Fast-break points	19	15
Points in the paint	44	56
Fouls	23	22
Largest lead	13	4
Lead changes	6	6
Time in front	85	10

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter89-83Jordan Goodwin makes driving layup
3rd Quarter89-85Zion Williamson makes driving layup (Jeremiah Fears assists)
3rd Quarter91-85Nick Richards makes driving layup (Jordan Goodwin assists)
3rd Quarter92-85Jordan Goodwin makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter93-85Jordan Goodwin makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter93-87Saddiq Bey makes driving layup
4th Quarter93-89Saddiq Bey makes 10-foot turnaround jump shot
4th Quarter95-89Rasheer Fleming makes 1-foot reverse layup (Jordan Goodwin assists)
4th Quarter97-89Jamaree Bouyea makes running dunk (Jordan Goodwin assists)
4th Quarter97-91Jeremiah Fears makes driving layup
4th Quarter100-91Jamaree Bouyea makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jordan Goodwin assists)
4th Quarter102-91Jordan Goodwin makes driving layup
4th Quarter102-93Saddiq Bey makes driving layup
4th Quarter102-94Jeremiah Fears makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter102-95Jeremiah Fears makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter104-95Jamaree Bouyea makes 11-foot jumper
4th Quarter107-95Jamaree Bouyea makes 22-foot running jump shot (Devin Booker assists)
4th Quarter107-97Derik Queen makes 1-foot two point shot
4th Quarter107-98Saddiq Bey makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter107-99Saddiq Bey makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter107-100Derik Queen makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter107-101Derik Queen makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter107-104Trey Murphy III makes 24-foot running jump shot (Saddiq Bey assists)
4th Quarter108-104Devin Booker makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter108-105Zion Williamson makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter108-106Zion Williamson makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter111-106Devin Booker makes 25-foot three pointer
4th Quarter113-106Devin Booker makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter115-106Dillon Brooks makes 15-foot pullup jump shot (Devin Booker assists)
4th Quarter115-107Saddiq Bey makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter115-108Saddiq Bey makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter118-108Royce O'Neale makes 26-foot three point jumper (Collin Gillespie assists)
4th Quarter118-109Trey Murphy III makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter118-110Trey Murphy III makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter120-110Collin Gillespie makes driving layup
4th Quarter120-111Jeremiah Fears makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter120-112Jeremiah Fears makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter122-112Dillon Brooks makes driving layup
4th Quarter123-112Dillon Brooks makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter123-114Jeremiah Fears makes driving layup