The New Orleans Pelicans seek to break a three-game losing streak against a playoff-hungry Toronto Raptors squad.
The New Orleans Pelicans' good vibes are starting to slip as they are now on a three-game skid and must prepare for another playoff team on Friday night.
The Pelicans are now 25-49 after getting blown out by the Detroit Pistons on Thursday. It was their least competitive game in weeks, so it'll be interesting to see how they respond. It's the second half of a back-to-back, so they'll be shorthanded as well.
The Toronto Raptors are 40-32 and hold just a half-game lead over the Philadelphia 76ers for the No. 6 seed. They are just two games away from being the No. 10 seed. The Raptors are bought in and going to be fighting for the win.
Here is a quick rundown of important information to know before the game tips off on Friday:
When is New Orleans Pelicans at Toronto Raptors
Date: Friday, March 27, 2026
Time: 7:30 PM CT
Location: Scotiabank Arena (Toronto, ON)
How to Watch New Orleans Pelicans at Toronto Raptors
Streaming: Pelicans+, NBA League Pass, NBA TV
TV Channel: Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network
Local Radio: WWL 870 AM
New Orleans Pelicans at Toronto Raptors Betting Lines
Moneyline: TOR -340
Spread: TOR -8.5
Over/Under: 227.5
New Orleans Pelicans at Toronto Raptors Projected Starting Lineups
Pelicans: Jeremiah Fears, Saddiq Bey, Herb Jones, Zion Williamson, DeAndre Jordan
Raptors: Jamal Shead, RJ Barrett, Brandon Ingram, Scottie Barnes, Jakob Poeltl
New Orleans Pelicans at Toronto Raptors Injury Updates
Pelicans:
Trey Alexander (G League two-way) - Out
Hunter Dickinson (G League two-way) - Out
Bryce McGowens (toe fracture) - Out
Trey Murphy (right ankle sprain) - Out
Dejounte Murray (injury management) - Out
Josh Oduro (G League two-way) - Out
Raptors:
Chucky Hepburn (G League two-way) - Out
Immanuel Quickley (foot) - Out
A.J. Lawson (G League two-way) - Available
Alijah Martin (G League two-way) - Available
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