New Orleans Pelicans vs Cleveland Cavaliers predictions, Mar 21, 2026

Mar 20, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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On March 21, 2026, the New Orleans Pelicans will host the Cleveland Cavaliers in a highly anticipated NBA matchup at the Smoothie King Center. Both teams come into this game with commendable recent performances, making it a compelling clash.

The Pelicans have shown strong form, securing victories in four of their last five games. Their recent success can be attributed to solid offensive execution and improved defensive cohesion. With home-court advantage, they will look to leverage their familiarity with the venue to continue this positive trend.

Conversely, the Cavaliers have also performed well, winning three of their last five encounters. Their strength lies in a well-balanced roster capable of quick transitions and aggressive perimeter shooting, making them a formidable foe on the road.

Bookmakers favor the Cavaliers with odds set at 1.44 for an away win, compared to 2.7 for the Pelicans. Nonetheless, our predictive model assigns a 37.4% chance of a home victory for New Orleans against a 62.6% likelihood of a Cleveland win.

Ultimately, while the Cavaliers appear to have the edge, the Pelicans will aim to exploit their home advantage, promising an intriguing contest with no guaranteed outcomes.

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New Orleans
34.8%		 Cleveland
65.2%

Outrights of NBA Cleveland Cavaliers: 6.39% New Orleans Pelicans: 0.26%

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Latest Results

19.03.26 New Orleans Pelicans – Los Angeles Clippers – 105:99
18.03.26 New Orleans Pelicans – Los Angeles Clippers – 124:109
16.03.26 New Orleans Pelicans – Dallas Mavericks – 129:111
13.03.26 Houston Rockets – New Orleans Pelicans – 107:105
11.03.26 New Orleans Pelicans – Toronto Raptors – 122:111		 19.03.26 Chicago Bulls – Cleveland Cavaliers – 110:115
17.03.26 Milwaukee Bucks – Cleveland Cavaliers – 116:123
15.03.26 Cleveland Cavaliers – Dallas Mavericks – 120:130
13.03.26 Dallas Mavericks – Cleveland Cavaliers – 105:138
11.03.26 Orlando Magic – Cleveland Cavaliers – 128:122

Facts

  • Let’s watch a game between a leader and an outsider (ranked 12 and 4 in the zone Promotion ~ NBA (Play Offs: 1/8~finals)).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, New Orleans won 1.
  • New Orleans is currently in amazing form (last 5 games: 4 wins).
  • Cleveland has been unpredictable lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • New Orleans may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Recently, New Orleans has had a series of home games.
  • Recently, Cleveland has had a series of away games.
  • Cleveland will hold a modest advantage in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, New Orleans won 12 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 8 matches, and goals 2247:2158. (average 112.4:107.9).
  • Including home matches between the teams, New Orleans won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 1051:1002. (average 116.8:111.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    23.12.25 Cleveland Cavaliers – New Orleans Pelicans – 141:118
    20.11.24 Cleveland Cavaliers – New Orleans Pelicans – 128:100
    06.11.24 New Orleans Pelicans – Cleveland Cavaliers – 122:131
    13.03.24 New Orleans Pelicans – Cleveland Cavaliers – 95:116
    21.12.23 Cleveland Cavaliers – New Orleans Pelicans – 104:123

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Oklahoma City Thunder ✔ 70 55 15 8294:7524 0.786
    2 San Antonio Spurs ✔ 70 52 18 8314:7809 0.743
    3 Los Angeles Lakers 70 45 25 8163:8057 0.643
    4 Minnesota Timberwolves 70 43 27 8318:8046 0.614
    5 Houston Rockets 68 41 27 7741:7478 0.603
    6 Denver Nuggets 70 42 28 8449:8154 0.600
    7 Phoenix Suns 70 39 31 7856:7785 0.557
    8 Los Angeles Clippers 70 34 36 7923:7891 0.486
    9 Portland Trail Blazers 70 34 36 8066:8209 0.486
    10 Golden State Warriors 69 33 36 7936:7899 0.478
    11 Memphis Grizzlies 68 24 44 7869:8066 0.353
    12 New Orleans Pelicans 71 25 46 8208:8468 0.352
    13 Dallas Mavericks 70 23 47 7928:8292 0.329
    14 Utah Jazz 70 21 49 8213:8736 0.300
    15 Sacramento Kings 71 18 53 7869:8590 0.254

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Detroit Pistons 69 50 19 8101:7566 0.725
    2 Boston Celtics 69 46 23 7894:7380 0.667
    3 New York Knicks 70 45 25 8199:7742 0.643
    4 Cleveland Cavaliers 70 43 27 8336:8037 0.614
    5 Toronto Raptors 68 39 29 7752:7605 0.574
    6 Atlanta Hawks 69 38 31 8147:8046 0.551
    7 Orlando Magic 69 38 31 7966:7895 0.551
    8 Miami Heat 70 38 32 8420:8199 0.543
    9 Philadelphia 76ers 70 38 32 8093:8130 0.543
    10 Charlotte Hornets 70 36 34 8121:7855 0.514
    11 Milwaukee Bucks 69 28 41 7661:8030 0.406
    12 Chicago Bulls 70 28 42 8106:8415 0.400
    13 Brooklyn Nets 69 17 52 7339:7981 0.246
    14 Washington Wizards 69 16 53 7764:8535 0.232
    15 Indiana Pacers 70 15 55 7791:8417 0.214

    NBA Outrights

    1. Oklahoma City Thunder: 2.26 (36.7%)

    2. San Antonio Spurs: 6.63 (12.53%)

    3. Boston Celtics: 6.69 (12.42%)

    4. Denver Nuggets: 9.75 (8.52%)

    5. Cleveland Cavaliers: 13 (6.39%)

    6. New York Knicks: 16.5 (5.03%)

    7. Detroit Pistons: 17.75 (4.68%)

    8. Minnesota Timberwolves: 27.5 (3.02%)

    9. Houston Rockets: 40.75 (2.04%)

    10. Los Angeles Lakers: 57.25 (1.45%)

    11. Charlotte Hornets: 87.75 (0.95%)

    12. Philadelphia 76ers: 106.5 (0.78%)

    13. Orlando Magic: 125.25 (0.66%)

    14. Golden State Warriors: 137.75 (0.6%)

    15. Miami Heat: 137.75 (0.6%)

    16. Los Angeles Clippers: 150.25 (0.55%)

    17. Toronto Raptors: 175.25 (0.47%)

    18. Phoenix Suns: 200.25 (0.41%)

    19. Atlanta Hawks: 200.25 (0.41%)

    20. Portland Trail Blazers: 325.25 (0.26%)

    21. Utah Jazz: 325.25 (0.26%)

    22. Dallas Mavericks: 325.25 (0.26%)

    23. Chicago Bulls: 325.25 (0.26%)

    24. Memphis Grizzlies: 325.25 (0.26%)

    25. Milwaukee Bucks: 325.25 (0.26%)

    26. New Orleans Pelicans: 325.25 (0.26%)

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