New Orleans Pelicans @ Utah Jazz Picks and Predictions - February 28th 2026
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New Orleans Pelicans (26-56) go on the road to at Delta Center to meet Utah Jazz (22-60) on Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 2:30 AM MT. This line reads Pelicans -5.5 with a total of 244.5. The total will likely track whichever team gets to its preferred speed.
Recent combined scoring sits around 234.1 points versus a posted total of 244.5. It is not the whole handicap, but it does anchor the total discussion. This preview is designed to give you a clear betting lane on the spread and total, with key players, injuries, and props supporting the read, and if you are comparing books before locking anything in, our best sites for betting on NBA games guide helps you shop for the right book and price.
NBA odds and lines for New Orleans Pelicans at Utah Jazz
For New Orleans Pelicans, the last-five snapshot is compact but telling: last-five ATS: 3-2-0 with another clue in average margin: -3. For a fast read before tip, lean on latest New Orleans Pelicans odds and keep it updated.
For the home side, the first check is last-five ATS: 1-4-0, then you can layer in a broader view using last-five over-under: 3-2-0. Because numbers often arrive late, keep latest Utah Jazz odds open as a steady page for final pricing.
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-6.0 -106 New Orleans Pelicans at Utah Jazz Trends and Momentum: Last 5 Record and Last 10 Scoring Profile
New Orleans Pelicans has the better last-five run at 3-2 versus Utah Jazz at 1-4. over the last 10, the two-way values are not cleanly shown, which makes the two rows a quick check.
| Metric | New Orleans Pelicans | Utah Jazz |
|---|---|---|
| Last 5 (Form) | ||
| Record (W-L) | 3-2 | 1-4 |
| Win % | 60 | 20 |
| ATS record | 3-2-0 | 1-4-0 |
| Over/Under record | 4-1-0 | 3-2-0 |
| Average margin | -3 | -28 |
| Last 10 (Recent Performance) | ||
| Points per game | 118.2 | 115.9 |
| Points allowed | 117.6 | 118.6 |
| Margin | 6 | -27 |
| FG % | 48.1 | 46.7 |
| 3PT % | 38.5 | 32.7 |
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The last time these teams met, the basic snapshot was Pelicans winning 123-119 with a 4 gap. The table below places that outcome in the larger series context.
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Last meeting score | 123-119 |
| Last meeting winner | Pelicans |
| Last meeting margin | 4 |
| Side | Meetings | Wins | Losses | Average margin | Total points | ATS record | Over/Under record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Away | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 250.2 | 1-0-0 | 1-0-0 |
| Home | 3 | 1 | 2 | -1 | 250.2 | 0-1-0 | 1-0-0 |
New Orleans Pelicans vs Utah Jazz Injury Report: Out, Questionable, and Impact
When status doubts touch both sides, the rotation math changes possession to possession, and closing decisions can come down to who can handle their normal load. I trust the team with steady roles, because the chain reaction is real when multiple minutes buckets are missing. For a broader postseason snapshot, see NBA Finals betting odds.
| Metric | New Orleans Pelicans | Utah Jazz |
|---|---|---|
| Players Out | 0 | 3 |
| Players Questionable | 0 | 0 |
| Injured Minutes Per Game | 0 | 81.2 |
| Injured Points Per Game | 0 | 47.6 |
New Orleans Pelicans at Utah Jazz Key Players by Usage%: Top 3 Per Team
The leading usage player in this game is Jaren Jackson Jr. (Utah Jazz), and the table below ties that responsibility to results and efficiency. Their brief snapshot: Min 24, Usage% 36.1, 22.3 PPG, 4.3 RPG, 2.7 APG, TS% 59.8, eFG% 54.1, +/- 16, and TO/G 2.3.
New Orleans Pelicans usage leaders are Dejounte Murray (26.8), Zion Williamson (25.9), and Jeremiah Fears (25.6), while Utah Jazz leans on Jaren Jackson Jr. (36.1), Lauri Markkanen (28.2), and Keyonte George (28), and this readout maps where possessions start. A more concentrated 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.
For a short check at the award market, open the current MVP board. Start with our NBA MVP odds today and compare the names.
| Team | Player | Min | Usage% | PPG | RPG | APG | TS% | eFG% | +/- | TO/G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Utah Jazz | Jaren Jackson Jr. | 24 | 36.1 | 22.3 | 4.3 | 2.7 | 59.8 | 54.1 | 16 | 2.3 |
| Utah Jazz | Lauri Markkanen | 34 | 28.2 | 26.7 | 6.9 | 2.1 | 60.8 | 54.8 | -1.3 | 1.5 |
| Utah Jazz | Keyonte George | 33 | 28 | 23.6 | 3.7 | 6.1 | 60.9 | 53.2 | -6.2 | 3.1 |
New Orleans Pelicans vs Utah Jazz Advanced Betting Trends: ATS and Totals
New Orleans Pelicans is at 60% ATS and Utah Jazz is at 50%. On totals, Over % sits at 50% for New Orleans Pelicans and 60% for Utah Jazz. If the pace spikes, the higher Over % side is better suited to keep the scoreboard moving.
| Metric | New Orleans Pelicans | Utah Jazz |
|---|---|---|
| ATS W-L-P | 33-27-0 | 31-28-0 |
| ATS Win % | 60% | 50% |
| Home ATS Wins | 19 | 16 |
| Away ATS Wins | 14 | 15 |
| ATS as Favorite | 7-3-0 | 5-2-0 |
| ATS as Underdog | 26-24-0 | 26-26-0 |
| Over Wins | 31 | 35 |
| Under Wins | 29 | 24 |
| Over % | 50% | 60% |
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Spend $10 Get 200 in Bonus Picks New Orleans Pelicans vs Utah Jazz Prediction and Betting Outlook
- Game script (pace): If Utah Jazz is able to push tempo, New Orleans Pelicans wants to slow the game and make every trip a decision. That early tempo tell often tracks what the total turns into.
- Efficiency edge (side): The baseline numbers leans toward New Orleans Pelicans if it keeps the possession math cleaner and avoids giveaways. A handful of extra looks can swing the side.
- Late filters (availability + market): Make the final pass on who is in and how the spot sets up, since role changes can change the late-game script quickly. Market movement is a prompt to double-check the matchup assumptions rather than forcing a narrative.
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