Published Mar 29, 1:08am ET by
James Tillman - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated Mar 29, 1:08am ET
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Updated Mar 29, 1:08am ET
One of the games on Sunday's NBA slate features the New Orleans Pelicans hosting the Houston Rockets. Who has the edge in our Pelicans vs Rockets pick?
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| New Orleans Pelicans | +6.5 (-110) |
| Houston Rockets | -6.5 (-110) |
Following a three-game win streak, New Orleans has dropped its last four games. This includes a 119-106 loss to the Toronto Raptors.
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The Pelicans kept it competitive early and trailed by just 4 points through the first 12 minutes. However, Toronto's 25-8 surge to begin the second quarter gave the home team a 15-point advantage at the break, a lead it would not relinquish.
Zion Williamson led a balanced attack with 22 points, seven rebounds, and four assists. Saddiq Bey added 19 points on 6-for-12 shooting overall and 3-of-6 from distance.
The Rockets ended their two-game skid with a 119-109 victory against the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday night.
Houston was up 96-93 with about seven minutes left to play. But a 14-3 surge through the midway portion of the fourth quarter increased the lead to 14 points, allowing the Rockets to come away with a double-digit victory.
Kevin Durant was one of six players who reached double figures for Houston. He finished with 25 points, 10 assists, and six rebounds. Jabari Smith Jr. contributed 21 points, 16 rebounds, and four assists.
Here's a look at what you need to know for both teams ahead of this contest.
The Rockets are 6-2 in their last eight outings against Southwest Division opponents, and they have won six of the previous seven meetings in this series.
Pick: Rockets
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Houston Rockets
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