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Warriors vs. Pelicans prediction: Golden State favored to win Tuesday's NBA matchup [2/24/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Golden State Warriors vs New Orleans Pelicans predictions for NBA Tuesday.
The New Orleans Pelicans and Golden State Warriors are scheduled to meet in NBA action at Smoothie King Center on Tuesday, starting at 8:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations and today’s injury reports, Dimers' proven NBA model projects the Warriors as the most likely winner of the Warriors vs. Pelicans game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Pelicans lineup will feature players like Zion Williamson, Saddiq Bey and Jordan Poole, while the Warriors will look to Brandin Podziemski, Moses Moody and De'Anthony Melton.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Tuesday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Warriors vs. Pelicans prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Tuesday's NBA matchup between the Warriors and Pelicans 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Warriors a 56% chance of defeating the Pelicans. Our predicted final score has the Warriors winning 115-113.
According to our model, the Warriors (-1.5) have a 51% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 228.5 points has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Warriors vs. Pelicans odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Warriors | Pelicans |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -1.5 (+105) | +1.5 (-110) |
| Moneyline | -115 | +102 |
| Total | o228.5 (-110) | u228.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Warriors vs. Pelicans picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Warriors -1.5 | +105 |
| Moneyline | Warriors | -115 |
| Total | Under 228.5 | -110 |
According to our best NBA bets for Tuesday, the top play to make on this game is Warriors to win.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Warriors vs. Pelicans player props
Betting on Golden State vs. New Orleans NBA player props? We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Smoothie King Center.
Brandin Podziemski is expected to lead the Warriors with 16 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists, while Zion Williamson is projected to have 24 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the Pelicans.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.
Warriors prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Warriors are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B. Podziemski | 16 | 6 | 5 | 2 | 36 |
| Moses Moody | 16 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 29 |
| D. Melton | 15 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 29 |
| Gui Santos | 13 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 31 |
| Pat Spencer | 12 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 30 |
Pelicans prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Pelicans:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zion Williamson | 24 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 43 |
| Saddiq Bey | 17 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 34 |
| Jordan Poole | 14 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 24 |
| Jeremiah Fears | 13 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 28 |
| Dejounte Murray | 12 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 25 |
Warriors vs. Pelicans game-day updates and essential details
Tuesday's matchup between the Pelicans and Warriors at Smoothie King Center is scheduled to start at 8:00 PM ET.
- Who: Golden State Warriors vs. New Orleans Pelicans
- Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2026
- Time: 8:00 PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: Smoothie King Center
Conclusion
We predict the Warriors, with a 56% win probability, will likely beat the Pelicans on Tuesday, with Zion Williamson projected for a game-high 43 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Warriors vs. Pelicans insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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