New Orleans Pelicans vs Houston Rockets Prediction – 3/8/2025

The New Orleans Pelicans (17-46) will face off against the Houston Rockets (38-25) in what promises to be an intense divisional rivalry matchup on March 8, 2025, at 7:00 PM ET. This game, taking place at Toyota Center, sees the Rockets coming in as significant favorites, with a spread of Rockets -7.5.

Recent performance trends suggest a stark contrast between these two teams. Houston has been playing well at home, securing 20 wins in their last 30 home games. In contrast, New Orleans has struggled, losing 37 of their last 50 matchups. Their last encounter ended in a 109-97 victory for the Rockets, further boosting their confidence heading into this game.

Betting odds reflect the disparity in expectations, with Houston holding an implied win probability of 72%, while New Orleans is sitting at 28%. The Moneyline for the Rockets is set at -300, and the Pelicans' Moneyline stands at +250, indicating a clear preference among bookmakers for the Rockets to emerge victorious.

Motivation will be high for both teams, as divisional matchups often bring out the best in players. However, given the Rockets' strong home performance and the Pelicans' ongoing struggles, it will be a tall order for New Orleans to pull off an upset. Fans and bettors alike will be eagerly watching to see if the Pelicans can turn their fortunes around or if the Rockets will continue to capitalize on their home advantage.

New Orleans Pelicans vs Houston Rockets Prediction

Predicted Final Score: New Orleans Pelicans 111.61 vs Houston Rockets 120.24

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