Pelicans vs Nets

Brandon Ingram is no longer with the Pelicans after being traded to Toronto, and Zion Williamson remains sidelined with a knee injury, leaving New Orleans with limited star power heading into their road matchup with the Nets. The Pels, now 21-57 and on a two-game losing streak, continue leaning on CJ McCollum to carry the scoring load while younger players like Dyson Daniels and Jordan Hawkins take on expanded roles. Brooklyn, 25-53, is also out of the playoff hunt and missing key pieces including Noah Clowney and Day’Ron Sharpe, but recent additions Bojan Bogdanovic and Shake Milton have added some scoring stability. Cam Thomas remains the offensive spark, and the Nets have split their last four contests. With home-court energy and slightly more offensive punch, Brooklyn on the moneyline at -130 offers modest value in a matchup where both teams are primarily evaluating young talent. Grade: B-. Odds and availability are subject to change.

With Zion Williamson out and Brandon Ingram no longer on the roster, the Pelicans continue to rely heavily on CJ McCollum and a young, inconsistent supporting cast. New Orleans, 21-57, has lost two straight and is focused on development more than winning. Brooklyn, sitting at 25-53, is also out of contention and missing several key players, including Mikal Bridges (traded), Noah Clowney, and Day’Ron Sharpe. The Nets’ offense now hinges largely on Cam Thomas and recent additions like Bojan Bogdanovic. Both teams are playing extended rotations and lack urgency, which often translates to slower pace and lower scores. With neither team in playoff mode, the total of 214 feels slightly too high for a game likely to be heavy on isolation, poor shooting, and minimal transition. The under gets a cautious lean here. Odds and availability are subject to change.

The Pelicans enter Brooklyn at 21-57 and on a two-game losing streak, missing Zion Williamson and now operating without Brandon Ingram, who was traded to the Raptors. While CJ McCollum is active, he’s shouldering a heavy load with support from a developing rotation of players like Dyson Daniels and Jordan Hawkins. The Nets, 25-53, have lost three of their last four but have shown signs of life through Cam Thomas and recent roster additions Bojan Bogdanovic and Shake Milton. Though Mikal Bridges is no longer on the roster, Brooklyn's mix of shot creation and experience gives them an edge over a gutted New Orleans lineup. Both teams are in developmental mode, so volatility is expected, but with slightly more cohesion and a home crowd behind them, Brooklyn covering a small number holds modest value. Late-season tanking dynamics are always risky, but the Nets are the more stable side. Grade: C+. Odds and availability are subject to change.