Houston Rockets vs. New Orleans Pelicans Prediction, Preview, and Odds

The Houston Rockets are in New Orleans to take on the New Pelicans. The Pelicans lead the four-game series 1-0.

Houston Rockets are looking to come back and tie the series against New Orleans Pelicans. Houston is on a four-game losing streak and trailing in the regular season series. The Rockets made 50.6% of their field goals, 33.3% 3-pointers, and 77.8% free throws in their last game. They also earned 43 rebounds, 24 assists, seven steals, four blocks, 48 points in paint, 32 points off turnovers, 43 points from the rebounds and 32 off the turnovers. This season, the Rockets average 109. 3 points per game while shooting 44.4% from field, 33% from deep, 77% and from free throw line. Kevin Porter Jr. is the second most prolific scorer for the Houston Rockets, averaging 19.5 points. Alperen Sengun is a leader on the boards, pulling down 8. 6 rebounds per games and contributing 14. 4 points for Houston.

Pelicans are looking to improve to 2-0 in the four-game series against Houston Rockets. In their last game, the Pelicans beat Houston 119-106. Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram are ruled out of Wednesday's game. CJ McCollum will need to step up in their absence.  The Pelicans are averaging 117.4 points per game this season. They are also earning 45.3 rebounds, 26. 4 assists, 8.7 steals, and 4.

Houston Rockets are due for a win. New Orleans Pelicans are without their two leading scorers. Houston's defense has a lot of pressure taken off their shoulders. The Rockets can focus on stopping the Pelicans' offense as a whole.

Houston Rockets and New Orleans Pelicans are playing a low-scoring game on Wednesday. The Pelicans will be without their top scorers, Williamson and Ingram. Houston is averaging 109.3 points per game with Green leading with 21.4 points.

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