The New Orleans Pelicans will close out the mini home stretch with a game against the Atlanta Hawks. They've split the two games so far, so they sit at 1-1. Being able to get to 2-4 after a 0-4 start would be a huge win.

The Hawks are going to going to be a great test for Jamahl Mosley's squad. They have begun the year 3-3, having just snapped a three-game losing streak. 

Here is a quick rundown of important information to know before the game tips off:

Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM CT
Location: Smoothie King Center (New Orleans, LA)

Streaming: Pelicans+
TV Channel: Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network
Local Radio: WWL 870 AM

Moneyline: ATL -180
Spread: ATL -4.5
Over/Under: 240.5

Pelicans:  G Jeremiah Fears, Herb Jones, F Trey Murphy III, F Zion Williamson, C Karlo Matkovic

*last game starters, Dejounte Murray's return should change things

Hawks: G Dyson Daniels, G CJ McCollum, G/F Nickeil Alexander-Walker, F Jalen Johnson, C Onyeka Onkongwu

Pelicans

Yves Missi - Out (left knee contusion/bone bruise)

Malik Dia - Questionable (G League two-way)

Jaron Pierre Jr. - Questionable (G League two-way)

Jordan Poole - Out (left ankle sprain)

Hawks

Rayj Dennis - Doubtful (G League Two-Way)

Zuby Ejiofor - Doubtful (G League On Assignment)

Keshon Gilbert - Doubtful (G League Two-Way)

Mouhamed Gueye - Out (left foot fracture)

Jock Landale - Available (nasal fracture)

Henri Veesaar - Out (right ACL tear)

Jalen Wilson - Doubtful (G League Two-Way)

What lessons were learned from the first win?

The Pelicans did finally get their first win of the season on Thursday night, but what did they pick up? What changes are they going to make after the five-game sample size? With Dejounte Murray coming back, things could change for New Orleans. It has become clear that he and Jeremiah Fears can't start together, but both have at least some argument for the starting lineup. The usage of Herb Jones is also going to be key, as Thursday further proved with his performance with a +27.

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