Philadelphia 76ers @ New Orleans Pelicans Picks and Predictions - February 21st 2026
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Philadelphia 76ers (45-37) head into this road spot against New Orleans Pelicans (26-56) at Smoothie King Center on Sunday, February 22, 2026. Books list 76ers -3.5 and hang 235.5 on the total. The better bet usually comes from the game script, not the headline names.
76ers have been the more stable team possession to possession, which fits the market read. The rest of this preview breaks down the spread, total, matchup details, injuries, and props so the betting angle stays tied to the likely game script, and if you are still choosing where to bet, our best online sportsbooks for NBA betting guide can help you compare the market.
Philadelphia 76ers at New Orleans Pelicans picks, odds, and lines
In this home-tilting spot, Philadelphia 76ers data points are good keeping in view: last-five ATS: 1-4-0 and a second marker in average margin: -74. If you are double-checking form against price movement, Philadelphia 76ers odds page keeps the view clear and current.
In a home-led setup, New Orleans Pelicans can be framed through a straight two-stat lens: last-five ATS: 2-3-0 and as well last-five over-under: 3-2-0. For home-side context as lines settle, New Orleans Pelicans odds page is a handy page to revisit near tip.
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-3.5 -105 76ers at Pelicans Trends and Momentum: Last 5 Form Check and Last 10 Snapshot
last-five form leans slightly to New Orleans Pelicans (2-3) over Philadelphia 76ers (1-4). over the last 10, the data are not totally complete here, so treat it as a simple screen.
| Metric | Philadelphia 76ers | New Orleans Pelicans |
|---|---|---|
| Last 5 (Form) | ||
| Record (W-L) | 1-4 | 2-3 |
| Win % | 20 | 40 |
| ATS record | 1-4-0 | 2-3-0 |
| Over/Under record | 2-3-0 | 3-2-0 |
| Average margin | -74 | -7 |
| Last 10 (Recent Performance) | ||
| Points per game | 115.5 | 112.7 |
| Points allowed | 116.6 | 114.3 |
| Margin | -11 | -16 |
| FG % | 47.1 | 45.9 |
| 3PT % | 36.9 | 34.9 |
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Get 100% on any coins purchase up to $100 Philadelphia 76ers at New Orleans Pelicans Scheduling Spot Breakdown (Days Rest, Miles, Time Zones)
Days since last game leans toward Philadelphia 76ers (2 vs 1), creating a rest edge that counts most if weekly workload is close. Philadelphia 76ers faced the stiffer opponent last time out (46.6 vs 44.4), which can move the threshold for judging the last game.
With last-7 games level (0 vs 0), schedule density is not a clear driver without help from travel. Philadelphia 76ers is on the high end of immediate mileage (1086.5 vs 0), and that toll can reappear after halftime when rotations shorten. With both sides balanced on last-7 miles (0 vs 0), the weekly travel picture stays flat.
| Metric | Philadelphia 76ers | New Orleans Pelicans |
|---|---|---|
| Days since last game | 2 | 1 |
| Rest advantage vs opponent | 1 | -1 |
| Travel miles since last game | 1086.5 | 0 |
| Games in last 7 days | 0 | 0 |
| Time zone changes | 0 | 0 |
| Miles travelled last 7 days | 0 | 0 |
| Schedule strength | 52.8 | 40.3 |
| Remaining schedule strength | — | — |
| Previous opponent strength (win %) | 46.6 | 44.4 |
| Next opponent strength (win %) | 26.3 | 54.5 |
76ers at Pelicans Usage% Leaders: Top 3 Players Per Team
The leading usage share in this matchup belongs to Joel Embiid (Philadelphia 76ers), and the table below links that workload to the rest of the line. Their brief profile: Min 32, Usage% 33.7, 26.9 PPG, 7.7 RPG, 3.9 APG, TS% 60.5, eFG% 52.7, +/- 4.1, and TO/G 2.9.
Philadelphia 76ers’s leaders are Joel Embiid (33.7), Tyrese Maxey (29.6), and Paul George (23.4), and New Orleans Pelicans’s leaders are Dejounte Murray (26.8), Zion Williamson (25.9), and Jeremiah Fears (25.6), and this breakdown highlights who is most involved. A more narrow top line usually means heavier on-ball responsibility for the primary option, while a balanced 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia 76ers | Joel Embiid | 32 | 33.7 | 26.9 | 7.7 | 3.9 | 60.5 | 52.7 | 4.1 | 2.9 |
| Philadelphia 76ers | Tyrese Maxey | 38 | 29.6 | 28.3 | 4.1 | 6.6 | 58.8 | 53.6 | 1.6 | 2.4 |
| Philadelphia 76ers | Paul George | 31 | 23.4 | 17.3 | 5.3 | 3.6 | 57 | 53.6 | 2.4 | 1.7 |
| New Orleans Pelicans | Dejounte Murray | 28 | 26.8 | 16.7 | 5.4 | 6.4 | 58 | 53.6 | 1.4 | 3.4 |
| New Orleans Pelicans | Zion Williamson | 30 | 25.9 | 21 | 5.7 | 3.2 | 64.4 | 60 | -1.3 | 2 |
| New Orleans Pelicans | Jeremiah Fears | 26 | 25.6 | 14.3 | 3.7 | 3.4 | 52.5 | 48.5 | -3.5 | 2.2 |
76ers vs Pelicans Availability Report: Rotation Notes and Absences
If there are status doubts for each team, coaches often shorten the leash by feel, and the fourth-quarter mix can be different from the opening unit. I trust the group with a stable pecking order, because the margin gets thin when replacement minutes stack up. For a broader postseason snapshot, see NBA championship odds.
| Metric | Philadelphia 76ers | New Orleans Pelicans |
|---|---|---|
| Players Out | 0 | 0 |
| Players Questionable | 0 | 0 |
| Injured Minutes Per Game | 0 | 0 |
| Injured Points Per Game | 0 | 0 |
76ers at Pelicans Head-to-Head History
Start with the most recent game as a clean baseline: Pelicans won 103-95 by 8. The series summary underneath offers the larger history around it.
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Last meeting score | 103-95 |
| Last meeting winner | Pelicans |
| Last meeting margin | 8 |
| Side | Meetings | Wins | Losses | Average margin | Total points | ATS record | Over/Under record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Away | 2 | 0 | 2 | -4.4 | 224.4 | 1-0-0 | 1-0-0 |
| Home | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4.4 | 224.4 | 0-1-0 | 1-0-0 |
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- Game script (pace): Expect New Orleans Pelicans to press pace where it can, while Philadelphia 76ers tries to steady the game into longer trips. That initial tempo picture often follows the total outcome.
- Efficiency edge (side): The overall profile tilts toward Philadelphia 76ers if it keeps possessions tidier and avoids live-ball mistakes. A couple added trips can turn the result. The plainest way for Philadelphia 76ers to separate is to keep possessions by cutting giveaways.
- Late filters (availability + market): Treat late availability as the last screen, because role changes can shift shot quality and late-game defense. If the number moves, use it as a cue to confirm rather than pushing the original lean.
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