<p>The Los Angeles Clippers will visit the New Orleans Pelicans in an NBA regular season game. The game will take place at the Smoothie King Center on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at 8:00 PM. Fans can watch the game on the Gulf channel.</p> <p>The Clippers, led by head coach Tyronn Lue, hold a 34-34 record. They are ranked 8th in the Western Conference. On the other hand, the Pelicans have a 23-46 record under interim head coach James Borrego. They sit at 12th in the Western Conference standings.</p> <h2>Clippers vs Pelicans Game Day Info</h2> <ul><li>Sport: NBA</li><li>Teams: Los Angeles Clippers vs. New Orleans Pelicans</li><li>Venue: Smoothie King Center</li><li>Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2026</li><li>Betting Odds: Pelicans -1.5 (-112), Clippers +1.5 (-109), Pelicans MoneyLine -122, Clippers MoneyLine +101</li></ul> <h2>Los Angeles Clippers Team Preview</h2> <p>The Los Angeles Clippers are coming off a recent loss to the San Antonio Spurs, 119-115. Darius Garland was a standout, scoring 25 points and adding 10 assists. Jordan Miller also contributed significantly with 22 points and 9 rebounds.</p> <p>Throughout the season, the Clippers have averaged 113.5 points per game, ranking them 23rd in the league. They excel in field goal percentage, shooting 48.3%, which ranks 4th. However, they struggle with rebounds, ranking 29th with 40.7 per game.</p> <p>The Clippers face some injury challenges. Kawhi Leonard is questionable with ankle soreness, and Darius Garland is uncertain due to a toe injury. Bennedict Mathurin will miss at least three games because of a toe injury.</p> <h2>New Orleans Pelicans Team Preview</h2> <p>The New Orleans Pelicans recently had a strong game against the Dallas Mavericks, winning 129-111. Zion Williamson led the team with 27 points, making 11 of his 13 shots. Trey Murphy III also contributed 17 points and had 7 rebounds and 7 assists.</p> <p>The Pelicans have been scoring well this season, averaging 115.6 points per game. They rank high in field goal attempts, taking 90.5 shots per game. However, their field goal percentage is 46.5, which is in the middle of the league.</p> <p>Trey Murphy III has been a key player for the Pelicans, averaging 21.9 points per game. Zion Williamson also contributes with 21.5 points per game. However, the team may miss Dejounte Murray, who is questionable due to an illness.</p> <h2>BTB Betting Pick</h2> <p>The Clippers are the pick against the spread at +1.5 (-109). The Clippers allow 112.7 points per game, which is better than the Pelicans' 119.7 points allowed. The Clippers' defense and their strong free throw shooting could give them the edge to cover the spread.</p> <p>The total for the game is set at 232.5. The Clippers score 113.5 points per game and allow 112.7, while the Pelicans score 115.6 and allow 119.7. This suggests a projected total of 228.8, so the pick is the Under at 232.5 (-111).</p>

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