New Orleans Pelicans vs Washington Wizards predictions, Mar 08, 2026

Mar 08, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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As the New Orleans Pelicans prepare to host the Washington Wizards on March 8, 2026, fans can expect an intriguing matchup between two teams experiencing contrasting recent fortunes. The Pelicans enter the game having won 2 of their last 5 matches, showcasing a resilient offensive approach, potentially leveraging their home-court advantage to amplify their scoring prowess. In contrast, the Wizards have struggled significantly, failing to secure a victory in their last 5 outings, which has cast a shadow over their momentum.

The bookmakers favor the Pelicans with odds at 1.29 for a home win, reflecting their recent form and overall competitive advantage. With a predicted final score of 126:117, it highlights an expectation of a high-scoring affair, where the Pelicans are anticipated to leverage their offensive capabilities against a Wizards team grappling with defensive inconsistencies.

Tactically, the Pelicans may exploit their advantage inside the paint, while the Wizards will need to bolster their perimeter defense to counter the home side’s offensive strategies. Ultimately, while the Pelicans appear poised for a victory, the unpredictable nature of sports ensures that anything can happen on game day.

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New Orleans
76%		 Washington
24%

Prediction (the most likely score): 127:118

Outrights of NBA Washington Wizards: 0.09% New Orleans Pelicans: 0.09%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 1.25 4.22
betsson 1.28 3.7
MarathonBet 1.3 4.01
WilliamHill 1.22 4.2
Pinnacle 1.23 4.16

Latest Results

06.03.26 Phoenix Suns – New Orleans Pelicans – 118:116
05.03.26 Sacramento Kings – New Orleans Pelicans – 123:133
03.03.26 Los Angeles Lakers – New Orleans Pelicans – 110:101
01.03.26 Los Angeles Clippers – New Orleans Pelicans – 137:117
28.02.26 Utah Jazz – New Orleans Pelicans – 105:115		 05.03.26 Washington Wizards – Utah Jazz – 112:122
03.03.26 Orlando Magic – Washington Wizards – 126:109
02.03.26 Washington Wizards – Houston Rockets – 118:123
28.02.26 Washington Wizards – Toronto Raptors – 125:134
26.02.26 Atlanta Hawks – Washington Wizards – 126:96

Facts

  • We will watch a tense game between outsiders (ranked 13 and 13).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, New Orleans won 5.
  • In recent matches, New Orleans has shown inconsistent form (last 5 games: 2 wins).
  • Washington is on a losing streak (in the last 5 games, wins – 0).
  • Washington may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Recently, New Orleans has had a series of away games.
  • In this match, New Orleans is seen as the favorite.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, New Orleans won 11 matches, drew 1 match, lost 8 matches, and goals 2182:2072. (average 109.1:103.6).
  • Including home matches between the teams, New Orleans won 7 matches, drew 1 match, lost 3 matches, and goals 1144:1066. (average 104:96.9).

    Latest Head To Head

    09.01.26 Washington Wizards – New Orleans Pelicans – 107:128
    05.01.25 Washington Wizards – New Orleans Pelicans – 98:110
    03.01.25 New Orleans Pelicans – Washington Wizards – 132:120
    14.02.24 New Orleans Pelicans – Washington Wizards – 133:126
    13.12.23 Washington Wizards – New Orleans Pelicans – 122:142

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Oklahoma City Thunder 64 49 15 7607:6896 0.766
    2 San Antonio Spurs 63 46 17 7446:7016 0.730
    3 Houston Rockets 62 39 23 7100:6776 0.629
    4 Minnesota Timberwolves 64 40 24 7591:7325 0.625
    5 Denver Nuggets 64 39 25 7691:7453 0.609
    6 Los Angeles Lakers 63 38 25 7306:7265 0.603
    7 Phoenix Suns 63 36 27 7062:7005 0.571
    8 Golden State Warriors 62 32 30 7151:7072 0.516
    9 Los Angeles Clippers 63 31 32 7093:7071 0.492
    10 Portland Trail Blazers 64 30 34 7366:7558 0.469
    11 Memphis Grizzlies 62 23 39 7171:7305 0.371
    12 Dallas Mavericks 63 21 42 7138:7412 0.333
    13 New Orleans Pelicans 65 20 45 7485:7813 0.308
    14 Utah Jazz 64 19 45 7513:8003 0.297
    15 Sacramento Kings 64 14 50 7064:7763 0.219

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Detroit Pistons 62 45 17 7241:6795 0.726
    2 Boston Celtics 63 42 21 7216:6742 0.667
    3 New York Knicks 64 41 23 7503:7080 0.641
    4 Cleveland Cavaliers 63 39 24 7505:7238 0.619
    5 Toronto Raptors 62 35 27 7040:6946 0.565
    6 Orlando Magic 62 34 28 7120:7067 0.548
    7 Miami Heat 64 35 29 7688:7464 0.547
    8 Philadelphia 76ers 63 34 29 7296:7313 0.540
    9 Atlanta Hawks 64 33 31 7534:7506 0.516
    10 Charlotte Hornets 64 32 32 7434:7202 0.500
    11 Milwaukee Bucks 62 27 35 6906:7163 0.435
    12 Chicago Bulls 63 26 37 7277:7543 0.413
    13 Washington Wizards 62 16 46 6957:7628 0.258
    14 Brooklyn Nets 63 16 47 6732:7281 0.254
    15 Indiana Pacers 63 15 48 7019:7551 0.238

    NBA Outrights

    1. Oklahoma City Thunder: 2.3 (37.5%)

    2. Denver Nuggets: 7.5 (11.5%)

    3. San Antonio Spurs: 8.5 (10.15%)

    4. Boston Celtics: 9 (9.58%)

    5. Cleveland Cavaliers: 11 (7.84%)

    6. New York Knicks: 17 (5.07%)

    7. Detroit Pistons: 17 (5.07%)

    8. Houston Rockets: 26 (3.32%)

    9. Minnesota Timberwolves: 29 (2.97%)

    10. Los Angeles Lakers: 61 (1.41%)

    11. Philadelphia 76ers: 81 (1.06%)

    12. Charlotte Hornets: 101 (0.85%)

    13. Orlando Magic: 151 (0.57%)

    14. Toronto Raptors: 151 (0.57%)

    15. Golden State Warriors: 201 (0.43%)

    16. Miami Heat: 201 (0.43%)

    17. Phoenix Suns: 251 (0.34%)

    18. Los Angeles Clippers: 401 (0.22%)

    19. Atlanta Hawks: 751 (0.11%)

    20. Milwaukee Bucks: 751 (0.11%)

    21. Portland Trail Blazers: 1001 (0.09%)

    22. Washington Wizards: 1001 (0.09%)

    23. Brooklyn Nets: 1001 (0.09%)

    24. Utah Jazz: 1001 (0.09%)

    25. Dallas Mavericks: 1001 (0.09%)

    26. Chicago Bulls: 1001 (0.09%)

    27. Memphis Grizzlies: 1001 (0.09%)

    28. Indiana Pacers: 1001 (0.09%)

    29. Sacramento Kings: 1001 (0.09%)

    30. New Orleans Pelicans: 1001 (0.09%)

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