Philadelphia 76ers vs New Orleans Pelicans Picks and Prediction for Saturday February 21 2026

By: Eddie Kline Published 02/21/2026, 03:20 AM ET

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In Saturday night NBA action, the Philadelphia 76ers will travel to the Smoothie King Center to take on the New Orleans Pelicans. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions. The 76ers (30-25) are looking to snap a three-game losing streak and are clinging to a half-game lead over Orlando for sixth place in the Eastern Conference standings. On Thursday, Philadelphia committed 15 turnovers and shot a frigid 38 percent from the field during a 117-107 home loss versus Atlanta.

All-Star G Tyrese Maxey led five Philadelphia players in double figures with 28 points on an inefficient 8-for-23 shooting. Rookie G V.J. Edgecombe scored 20 points (7-15 FG) and grabbed nine rebounds. Kelly Oubre Jr. added 17 points for the 76ers, who fell to 15-15 at home.

Pelicans Preview

The New Orleans Pelicans have just nine victories through their first 30 home games and own the second worst overall record in the Western Conference. The Pelicans (15-42) rank near the bottom of the league in defensive efficiency and are surrendering 120.4 points per contest. Last night, New Orleans allowed Milwaukee to shoot a scorching 60 percent from the field during a 139-118 home loss.

Former number one overall draft pick Zion Williamson led all scorers with 32 points on a 13-for-17 shooting performance. New Orleans F Saddiq Bey scored 22 points (7-13 FG) and pulled down six boards. Rookie C Derik Queen added 18 points, eight rebounds, and four assists for the Pelicans.

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76ers vs Pelicans Pick

Philadelphia C Joel Embiid has missed the last few games with a knee injury and will remain sidelined for this contest. The 76ers are not in good form at the moment and are not worth backing as a mid-sized favorite on the road. With the Pelicans playing on consecutive nights, the over is the play. Final Score Prediction, Philadelphia 76ers win 122-118.

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