Houston Rockets vs New Orleans Pelicans predictions, Jan 18, 2026

Jan 18, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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The upcoming NBA clash between the Houston Rockets and New Orleans Pelicans on January 18, 2026, promises to be a riveting contest as both teams look to solidify their positions in the league. Houston, playing on their home court, has shown a mixed bag of form lately, having won 2 of their last 5 matches. Their recent performances indicate a degree of inconsistency, but they boast the home-court advantage that can be pivotal in high-stakes games.

On the other hand, the New Orleans Pelicans mirror the Rockets’ recent form with 2 wins in their last 5 outings, highlighting that both teams are currently navigating similar challenges. However, the Pelicans will need to leverage their offensive capabilities to capitalize on Houston’s defensive lapses while looking to contain the Rockets’ scoring potential.

Bookmakers favor the Rockets significantly, reflected in the odds of 1.12 for the home win against the Pelicans’ 6.13. Predicted final scores suggest a tilt in favor of the Rockets at 121:107, yet as both teams have shown volatility recently, the outcome remains uncertain. Overall, fans can expect a competitive matchup where strategy, execution, and home advantage could play critical roles.

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Houston
84.3%		 New Orleans
15.7%

Prediction (the most likely score): 121:107

Outrights of NBA Houston Rockets: 6.44% New Orleans Pelicans: 0.07%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
betsson 1.12 6.25
MarathonBet 1.15 6.6
WilliamHill 1.13 5.75
Pinnacle 1.12 6.13
Best for US Customers 1.14 5.75

Latest Results

16.01.26 Houston Rockets – Minnesota Timberwolves – 110:105
15.01.26 Houston Rockets – Oklahoma City Thunder – 91:111
13.01.26 Houston Rockets – Chicago Bulls – 119:113
11.01.26 Sacramento Kings – Houston Rockets – 111:98
09.01.26 Portland Trail Blazers – Houston Rockets – 111:105		 16.01.26 Indiana Pacers – New Orleans Pelicans – 127:119
14.01.26 New Orleans Pelicans – Brooklyn Nets – 116:113
13.01.26 New Orleans Pelicans – Denver Nuggets – 116:122
11.01.26 Orlando Magic – New Orleans Pelicans – 128:118
09.01.26 Washington Wizards – New Orleans Pelicans – 107:128

Facts

  • This match features one of the leaders against an outsider (ranked 5 in the zone Promotion ~ NBA (Play Offs: 1/8~finals) and 15).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Houston won 4.
  • The recent form of both competitors has been shaky.
  • New Orleans may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • In this match, Houston is the obvious favorite.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Houston won 11 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 9 matches, and goals 2288:2261. (average 114.4:113.1).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Houston won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 1046:996. (average 116.2:110.7).

    Latest Head To Head

    18.12.25 New Orleans Pelicans – Houston Rockets – 133:128 OT
    14.10.25 New Orleans Pelicans – Houston Rockets – 128:130
    08.03.25 Houston Rockets – New Orleans Pelicans – 146:117
    06.03.25 New Orleans Pelicans – Houston Rockets – 97:109
    26.12.24 New Orleans Pelicans – Houston Rockets – 111:128

    Standings

    2025/26

    Western Conference

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Oklahoma City Thunder 42 35 7 5086:4524 0.833
    2 Denver Nuggets 41 28 13 5026:4807 0.683
    3 San Antonio Spurs 41 28 13 4823:4612 0.683
    4 Minnesota Timberwolves 42 27 15 5039:4807 0.643
    5 Houston Rockets 39 24 15 4565:4316 0.615
    6 Los Angeles Lakers 39 24 15 4543:4560 0.615
    7 Phoenix Suns 41 24 17 4698:4594 0.585
    8 Golden State Warriors 42 23 19 4862:4755 0.548
    9 Portland Trail Blazers 42 20 22 4866:4974 0.476
    10 Los Angeles Clippers 41 18 23 4611:4648 0.439
    11 Memphis Grizzlies 40 17 23 4593:4649 0.425
    12 Dallas Mavericks 43 17 26 4910:5033 0.395
    13 Utah Jazz 42 14 28 5013:5361 0.333
    14 Sacramento Kings 42 12 30 4646:5064 0.286
    15 New Orleans Pelicans 44 10 34 5061:5381 0.227

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Detroit Pistons 39 29 10 4586:4332 0.744
    2 Boston Celtics 40 25 15 4667:4409 0.625
    3 New York Knicks 41 25 16 4873:4720 0.610
    4 Toronto Raptors 43 25 18 4900:4828 0.581
    5 Orlando Magic 41 23 18 4767:4711 0.561
    6 Cleveland Cavaliers 43 24 19 5160:5048 0.558
    7 Philadelphia 76ers 40 22 18 4672:4626 0.550
    8 Miami Heat 41 21 20 4896:4831 0.512
    9 Atlanta Hawks 43 20 23 5070:5111 0.465
    10 Chicago Bulls 41 19 22 4808:4949 0.463
    11 Milwaukee Bucks 41 17 24 4609:4746 0.415
    12 Charlotte Hornets 41 15 26 4780:4783 0.366
    13 Brooklyn Nets 39 12 27 4248:4437 0.308
    14 Washington Wizards 40 10 30 4506:4959 0.250
    15 Indiana Pacers 42 10 32 4661:4970 0.238

    NBA Outrights

    1. Oklahoma City Thunder: 2.15 (40.45%)

    2. Denver Nuggets: 8 (10.87%)

    3. San Antonio Spurs: 13 (6.69%)

    4. New York Knicks: 13 (6.69%)

    5. Houston Rockets: 13.5 (6.44%)

    6. Detroit Pistons: 18 (4.83%)

    7. Boston Celtics: 21 (4.14%)

    8. Cleveland Cavaliers: 26 (3.34%)

    9. Los Angeles Lakers: 28.5 (3.05%)

    10. Minnesota Timberwolves: 31 (2.81%)

    11. Golden State Warriors: 38.5 (2.26%)

    12. Orlando Magic: 46 (1.89%)

    13. Philadelphia 76ers: 56 (1.55%)

    14. Miami Heat: 81 (1.07%)

    15. Los Angeles Clippers: 101 (0.86%)

    16. Atlanta Hawks: 101 (0.86%)

    17. Toronto Raptors: 151 (0.58%)

    18. Milwaukee Bucks: 201 (0.43%)

    19. Phoenix Suns: 301 (0.29%)

    20. Dallas Mavericks: 626 (0.14%)

    21. Chicago Bulls: 751 (0.12%)

    22. Portland Trail Blazers: 1001 (0.09%)

    23. Charlotte Hornets: 1001 (0.09%)

    24. Washington Wizards: 1251 (0.07%)

    25. Brooklyn Nets: 1251 (0.07%)

    26. Utah Jazz: 1251 (0.07%)

    27. Memphis Grizzlies: 1251 (0.07%)

    28. New Orleans Pelicans: 1251 (0.07%)

    29. Indiana Pacers: 1501 (0.06%)

    30. Sacramento Kings: 1501 (0.06%)

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