New Orleans Pelicans @ Philadelphia 76ers Picks and Predictions - January 31st 2026
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For New Orleans Pelicans (13-38) vs Philadelphia 76ers (27-21), the opening check is how the last five have gone and whether either side has had more time to reset between games. Those cues can appear in turnover margin and late spacing as the game tightens.
This is a stats-heavy matchup preview for fast scanning, with room to go deeper when a detail matters. The context remains tight while you judge how the game should play.
Betting lines for New Orleans Pelicans at Philadelphia 76ers
New Orleans Pelicans has a context-first setup here, and the last five read as last-five ATS: 4-1-0 with extra texture from average margin: 6. Use New Orleans Pelicans game lines for a reliable reference while the market finalizes closer to tip.
The home read leans not as much on one-game variance, and Philadelphia 76ers brings last-five ATS: 2-3-0 with a handy companion stat: last-five over-under: 2-3-0. If you are validating a late move, Philadelphia 76ers game lines offers a direct view that stays current.
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-110 Injury Update for New Orleans Pelicans at Philadelphia 76ers: Who Is Out and Who Is Questionable
When both sides come in with status questions, it’s common to see staggered substitutions and a different closing look than what you’d project in the morning. I prefer the team with a steady hierarchy, because the weakest link usually shows up in late switches and late clock shots. For a broader postseason snapshot, see Finals lines and odds.
| Metric | New Orleans Pelicans | Philadelphia 76ers |
|---|---|---|
| Players Out | 1 | 0 |
| Players Questionable | 0 | 0 |
| Injured Minutes Per Game | 0 | 0 |
| Injured Points Per Game | 0 | 0 |
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400% Extra: Deposit $10 Get $50 Top Usage% Leaders for New Orleans Pelicans at Philadelphia 76ers: Who Drives Possessions
The leading usage workload in this matchup sits with Joel Embiid (Philadelphia 76ers), and the table below ties that to production and efficiency. Their brief summary: Min 31, Usage% 78.7, 26.2 PPG, 7.5 RPG, 3.9 APG, TS% 59.9, eFG% 52.3, +/- 4.6, and TO/G 3.1.
New Orleans Pelicans relies on Hunter Dickinson (78.3), Zion Williamson (65.2), and Jordan Poole (59.8), while Philadelphia 76ers relies on Joel Embiid (78.7), Tyrese Maxey (67.3), and Johni Broome (56.7), and this breakdown highlights the highest-touch options. A more tight top line usually means heavier on-ball responsibility for the primary option, while a flat top three can signal more shared creation and easier rotation coverage if one piece is limited.
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| Team | Player | Min | Usage% | PPG | RPG | APG | TS% | eFG% | +/- | TO/G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans Pelicans | Hunter Dickinson | 5 | 78.3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50 | 50 | -12 | 2 |
| New Orleans Pelicans | Zion Williamson | 29 | 65.2 | 21.7 | 6.1 | 3.4 | 62.8 | 58.2 | -3.5 | 2.3 |
| New Orleans Pelicans | Jordan Poole | 25 | 59.8 | 14.5 | 1.8 | 3.1 | 53.3 | 47.5 | -3.9 | 1.9 |
| Philadelphia 76ers | Joel Embiid | 31 | 78.7 | 26.2 | 7.5 | 3.9 | 59.9 | 52.3 | 4.6 | 3.1 |
| Philadelphia 76ers | Tyrese Maxey | 39 | 67.3 | 29.2 | 4.2 | 6.9 | 59.8 | 55 | 1.9 | 2.4 |
| Philadelphia 76ers | Johni Broome | 5 | 56.7 | 1.3 | 1.6 | 0.5 | 23 | 20 | -2.6 | 0.3 |
Quarter by Quarter Stats for New Orleans Pelicans at Philadelphia 76ers
Think of quarter splits as a show spot for scoring timing; a quick market reference is NBA game odds. On the away side, a clean snapshot says: best quarter is 1Q & 2Q & 4Q, and its stronger half is the first half. On the home side, a another look says: peaks in 1Q with the edge in the first half.
| Segment | Away | Home |
|---|---|---|
| 1Q Points | 7.1 | 7.7 |
| 2Q Points | 7.1 | 7.5 |
| 3Q Points | 7 | 6.6 |
| 4Q Points | 7.1 | 6.9 |
| 1H Points | 14.3 | 15.2 |
| 2H Points | 14.1 | 13.5 |
ATS and Totals Splits for New Orleans Pelicans at Philadelphia 76ers
ATS win% shows New Orleans Pelicans at 60% and Philadelphia 76ers at 50%. Over % shows New Orleans Pelicans at 50% and Philadelphia 76ers at 50%. If one team controls the first six minutes of each half, that’s usually where the cover starts to take shape.
| Metric | New Orleans Pelicans | Philadelphia 76ers |
|---|---|---|
| ATS W-L-P | 28-22-0 | 25-21-1 |
| ATS Win % | 60% | 50% |
| Home ATS Wins | 16 | 11 |
| Away ATS Wins | 12 | 14 |
| ATS as Favorite | 5-0-0 | 16-11-0 |
| ATS as Underdog | 23-22-0 | 9-10-1 |
| Over Wins | 25 | 23 |
| Under Wins | 25 | 24 |
| Over % | 50% | 50% |
Season Profile Comparison: New Orleans Pelicans vs Philadelphia 76ers
This is a season snapshot, organized into four categories so you can see the main levers quickly. In close matchups, the deciding swing often shows up where one team wins both of the key stats in a section.
Record & Scoring
Philadelphia 76ers leads both win percentage (53.6) and point margin (0.9), a strong signal that the scoring baseline is on their side. If New Orleans Pelicans is going to swing this category, it usually needs a pace spike or a shooting night that compresses the margin fast.
| Metric | New Orleans Pelicans | Philadelphia 76ers |
|---|---|---|
| Record (W-L) | 13-38 | 27-21 |
| Win Percentage | 20.8 | 53.6 |
| Points For | 114.4 | 116.7 |
| Points Against | 120.9 | 115.8 |
| Points Margin | -6.5 | 0.9 |
Efficiency
Philadelphia 76ers leads the two efficiency drivers—shooting efficiency (110.7 vs 107.9) and field goal efficiency (53.1 vs 51.9). If that shows up, Philadelphia 76ers can build separation without needing a big possession advantage.
| Metric | New Orleans Pelicans | Philadelphia 76ers |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goal % | 0.7 | 0.7 |
| Three-Point % | 0.2 | 0.2 |
| Shooting Efficiency | 107.9 | 110.7 |
| Field Goal Efficiency | 51.9 | 53.1 |
| Free Throw Rate | 0.3 | 0.3 |
| Three-Point Rate | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Free Throw % | 0.8 | 0.8 |
Tempo, Ratings & Turnovers
Philadelphia 76ers owns the better net rating (1.7) and the cleaner turnover profile (13.3), which is a strong “structure” advantage. If New Orleans Pelicans can’t create extra possessions through pressure, the rating edge is more likely to hold.
| Metric | New Orleans Pelicans | Philadelphia 76ers |
|---|---|---|
| Pace | 20.6 | 20.4 |
| Net Rating | -5.9 | 1.7 |
| Offensive Rating | 110.2 | 113 |
| Defensive Rating | 116.2 | 111.2 |
| Turnovers Per Game | 13.4 | 13.3 |
Rebounding, Ball Movement & Disruption
With the key stats close (0.3 vs 0.3, 9 vs 9), this category can swing on details like long rebounds and loose passes. In even profiles, the team that finishes possessions cleanly tends to avoid the run that decides the game.
| Metric | New Orleans Pelicans | Philadelphia 76ers |
|---|---|---|
| Rebounds Per Game | 44 | 43.6 |
| Offensive Rebounds | 0.3 | 0.3 |
| Defensive Rebounds | 0.7 | 0.7 |
| Assists Per Game | 24.7 | 24.9 |
| Assist Rate | 58.9 | 60 |
| Steals Per Game | 9 | 9 |
| Blocks Per Game | 4.7 | 5.8 |
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- Game script (pace): New Orleans Pelicans is set up to press tempo, but Philadelphia 76ers benefits if it can steady possessions and keep the game in the half-court. The initial pace hint tends to follows the total.
- Efficiency edge (side): On the season profile, it tilts to Philadelphia 76ers when the possession battle stays tidier and the glass does not leak. Those added possessions can turn the number. Rebounding is the straightest advantage for New Orleans Pelicans and it can turn into added chances.
- Late filters (availability + market): The last piece is who actually plays and how the spot looks, since those factors can shift the closing lineup choices. If the market has moved, let it be a cue to validate assumptions instead of pushing a stance.
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