New Orleans Pelicans vs New York Knicks Picks and Prediction for Tuesday March 24 2026

By: Eddie Kline Published 03/24/2026, 01:00 AM ET

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The World’s Most Famous Arena will play host to a Tuesday night NBA clash between the New Orleans Pelicans and the New York Knicks. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions. The Pelicans (25-47) have won six of their last ten games and are on the verge of being eliminated from postseason contention. On Saturday, New Orleans was outscored by 17 points over the final 12 minutes of a disappointing 111-106 home loss versus Cleveland.

All five New Orleans starters scored in double figures and were led by Zion Williamson with 25 points (10-14 FG). Saddiq Bey scored 19 points (4-8 3PT) and secured five rebounds. Dejounte Murray added 12 points and nine assists for the Pelicans, who fell to 16-22 at home.

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The New York Knicks are riding a six-game winning streak and are a half-game behind Boston for second place in the Eastern Conference standings. The Knicks (47-25) rank second in the league in offensive efficiency and are averaging 117.2 points per contest. On Sunday, New York knocked down 17-for-32 from long distance and shot a sizzling 59 percent overall during a 145-113 home victory versus Washington.

All-Star F/C Karl-Anthony Towns led all scorers with 26 points on 9-for-13 shooting and secured 16 boards. All-Star G Jalen Brunson contributed 23 points (9-19 FG) and four assists. Josh Hart added 16 points and six boards for the Knicks, who improved to 26-9 at home.

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Pelicans vs Knicks Pick

New York G Landry Shamet is hobbled by a knee injury and will remain sidelined for this contest. The Knicks are an interesting team heading into the postseason, as they have quietly improved to fifth in the league in defensive efficiency. Take New York to dominate the glass and cover at home. Final Score Prediction, New York Knicks win 124-107.

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