Murray's return boosts Pelicans, but a road clash with a surging Rockets squad looms. Can New Orleans conquer the hostile territory?
The New Orleans Pelicans have continued to look more and more like a competitive NBA team with Dejounte Murray easing back into the fold, but Friday night brings a huge test as they head on the road to take on the Houston Rockets
The Pelicans are now 22-45, surpassing their win total from last season. They have split the season series with the Rockets 1-1 so far, and they have both been close games. That was before they got healthy, as well.
Houston is sitting at 40-25, but has been a little rocky as of late. They're 6-4 in their last 10 and only beat the Washington Wizards by five points.
Here is a quick rundown of important information to know before the game tips off on Friday:
When is New Orleans Pelicans at Houston Rockets
Date: Friday, March 13, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM CT
Location: Toyota Center (Houston, TX)
How to Watch New Orleans Pelicans at Houston Rockets
Streaming: Pelicans+, NBA League Pass, NBA TV
TV Channel: Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network
Local Radio: WWL 870 AM
New Orleans Pelicans at Houston Rockets Betting Lines
Moneyline: HOU -285
Spread: HOU -6.5
Over/Under: 230.5
New Orleans Pelicans at Houston Rockets Projected Starting Lineups
Pelicans: Dejounte Murray, Trey Murphy, Saddiq Bey, Herb Jones, Zion Williamson
Rockets: Amen Thompson, Tari Eason, Jabari Smith Jr., Kevin Durant, Alperen Sengun
New Orleans Pelicans at Houston Rockets Injury Updates
No change for New Orleans in this injury report. Bryce McGowens is still out with a small toe fracture.
Houston has a lengthier injury list. Steven Adas, Fred VanVleet and Jae'Sean Tate have all been ruled out due to injuries. Star center Alperen Sengun has been listed as questionable with lower back pain.
Sengun being out would be a big hit, though he has been in a bit of a slump as of late.
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