Who's Playing

Los Angeles @ New Orleans

Current Records: Los Angeles 41-37; New Orleans 39-38

What to Know

The Los Angeles Clippers have been on the wrong side of a one-way rivalry with the New Orleans Pelicans and are hoping to record their first win since April 3 of last year. Los Angeles might have tired legs after a game yesterday as they head on the road against New Orleans at 8:30 p.m. ET April 1 at Smoothie King Center. The Pelicans should still be feeling good after a victory, while Los Angeles will be looking to regain their footing.

Los Angeles received a tough blow on Friday as they fell 108-94 to the Memphis Grizzlies. Los Angeles was up 34-21 at the end of the first quarter but couldn't hold on to the lead. A silver lining for them was the play of center Ivica Zubac, who posted a double-double on 15 points and 15 rebounds.

A well-balanced attack led New Orleans over the Denver Nuggets every single quarter on their way to victory on Thursday. The Pelicans enjoyed a cozy 107-88 win over Denver. It was another big night for New Orleans' small forward Brandon Ingram, who dropped a triple-double on 31 points, 11 boards, and ten assists.

Los Angeles is expected to lose this next one by 3. Those playing the odds have seen things go back and forth with Los Angeles, who are 39-39 against the spread.

The Clippers are now 41-37 while New Orleans sits at 39-38. New Orleans is 20-18 after wins this season, and Los Angeles is 19-17 after losses.

How To Watch

  • When: Saturday at 8:30 p.m. ET
  • Where: Smoothie King Center -- New Orleans, Louisiana
  • TV: Bally Sports - New Orleans
  • Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
  • Follow: CBS Sports App
  • Ticket Cost: $14.40

Odds

The Pelicans are a 3-point favorite against the Clippers, according to the latest NBA odds.

The oddsmakers had a good feel for the line for this one, as the game opened with the Pelicans as a 2.5-point favorite.

Over/Under: -111

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Series History

New Orleans have won 16 out of their last 28 games against Los Angeles.

  • Mar 25, 2023 - New Orleans 131 vs. Los Angeles 110
  • Oct 30, 2022 - New Orleans 112 vs. Los Angeles 91
  • Apr 15, 2022 - New Orleans 105 vs. Los Angeles 101
  • Apr 03, 2022 - Los Angeles 119 vs. New Orleans 100
  • Jan 13, 2022 - New Orleans 113 vs. Los Angeles 89
  • Nov 29, 2021 - New Orleans 123 vs. Los Angeles 104
  • Nov 19, 2021 - New Orleans 94 vs. Los Angeles 81
  • Apr 26, 2021 - New Orleans 120 vs. Los Angeles 103
  • Mar 14, 2021 - New Orleans 135 vs. Los Angeles 115
  • Jan 13, 2021 - Los Angeles 111 vs. New Orleans 106
  • Aug 01, 2020 - Los Angeles 126 vs. New Orleans 103
  • Jan 18, 2020 - Los Angeles 133 vs. New Orleans 130
  • Nov 24, 2019 - Los Angeles 134 vs. New Orleans 109
  • Nov 14, 2019 - New Orleans 132 vs. Los Angeles 127
  • Jan 14, 2019 - New Orleans 121 vs. Los Angeles 117
  • Dec 03, 2018 - Los Angeles 129 vs. New Orleans 126
  • Oct 23, 2018 - New Orleans 116 vs. Los Angeles 109
  • Apr 09, 2018 - New Orleans 113 vs. Los Angeles 100
  • Mar 06, 2018 - New Orleans 121 vs. Los Angeles 116
  • Jan 28, 2018 - Los Angeles 112 vs. New Orleans 103
  • Nov 11, 2017 - New Orleans 111 vs. Los Angeles 103
  • Dec 28, 2016 - New Orleans 102 vs. Los Angeles 98
  • Dec 10, 2016 - Los Angeles 133 vs. New Orleans 105
  • Dec 02, 2016 - Los Angeles 114 vs. New Orleans 96
  • Mar 20, 2016 - New Orleans 109 vs. Los Angeles 105
  • Jan 10, 2016 - Los Angeles 114 vs. New Orleans 111
  • Dec 31, 2015 - Los Angeles 95 vs. New Orleans 89
  • Nov 27, 2015 - Los Angeles 111 vs. New Orleans 90