New Orleans Pelicans vs Houston Rockets Betting Pick & Prediction for 3/13

The New Orleans Pelicans will take on the Houston Rockets at the Toyota Center on Friday, March 13, 2026. The Pelicans come into this game with a record of 22-45. They have won their last two games, showing some positive momentum under interim head coach James Borrego. They are ranked 13th in the Western Conference and 5th in the Southwest Division.

The Houston Rockets have a record of 40-25, holding the 3rd spot in the Western Conference and 2nd in the Southwest Division. Head coach Ime Udoka will look to get the team back on track after their recent loss to the Denver Nuggets. With a strong home record of 22-8, the Rockets aim to continue their good performance at the Toyota Center. The game will be broadcast on SCHN at 8:00 PM.

Pelicans vs Rockets Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: New Orleans Pelicans vs. Houston Rockets
  • Venue: Toyota Center
  • Date: Friday, March 13, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Rockets -7.0 (-110), Pelicans +7.0 (-110), Over/Under 226.5

New Orleans Pelicans Team Preview

The New Orleans Pelicans have been busy on the court. They recently beat the Toronto Raptors 122-111. Trey Murphy III led with 28 points, while Dejounte Murray added 27 points. Zion Williamson also contributed with 19 points in that game.

In their season, the Pelicans have averaged 115.6 points per game. They are strong in getting to the free-throw line, making 20.2 free throws per game. However, they have struggled on defense, allowing 120.0 points per game.

Trey Murphy III is a key player for the Pelicans. He averages 22.1 points per game and has a field goal percentage of 47.6%. Zion Williamson also plays a big role, with 21.4 points per game and a field goal percentage of 58.7%.

Houston Rockets Team Preview

The Houston Rockets are coming off a recent tough loss to the Denver Nuggets, falling 129-93. In that game, Amen Thompson led the team with 16 points, shooting 57.1% from the field. Despite the loss, Thompson’s performance was a bright spot for the team.

In their previous game, the Rockets secured a win against the Toronto Raptors, 113-99. Kevin Durant was the standout player with 29 points and a field goal percentage of 75.0%. The team showed strong shooting, hitting 50% of their field goal attempts.

Kevin Durant leads the Rockets with an average of 25.9 points per game this season. The team ranks first in rebounds per game, with 48.2. However, they face challenges in three-point shooting, making just 11.2 per game, which ranks 26th in the league.

BTB Betting Pick

The Rockets are favored by 7 points against the Pelicans. The Pelicans have a strong offense, averaging 115.6 points per game, but their defense allows 120 points per game. The Rockets’ defense is solid, allowing only 110 points per game. Given these stats, picking the Rockets to cover the -7 spread seems reasonable.

The total for the game is set at 226.5 points. The Pelicans score a lot but also allow many points, while the Rockets have a lower scoring average and a strong defense. Considering these factors, the combined projected score might be around 229 points. Betting on the over 226.5 could be a good option.