Pelicans vs Kings Prediction: Last Games, Injury Report, Player Stats, H2H & Best Picks – NBA 3 April 2026

The New Orleans Pelicans travel to Sacramento for an NBA regular-season matchup against the Sacramento Kings on April 3, 2026. The game takes place at Golden 1 Center and both teams enter this contest after difficult seasons in the Western Conference standings. Sacramento recently returned from a long road trip and managed to finish it with a morale-boosting win in Toronto, while New Orleans arrives after a disappointing loss in Portland and is currently struggling with a losing streak.

Although both teams have already fallen out of playoff contention, this matchup still carries importance as players aim to finish the season strongly and showcase their form. Recent meetings between these teams have been high-scoring affairs, and the Pelicans have had the upper hand lately, including two convincing wins this season. With defensive struggles on both sides and several injuries affecting rotations, this contest could turn into an open and fast-paced game with plenty of scoring opportunities.

Match Information

Match	New Orleans Pelicans vs Sacramento Kings
Date	April 3, 2026
Time	10:00 PM ET
Venue	Golden 1 Center, Sacramento
Broadcast	GCSEN, NBCSCA, NBA TV

Team Records

Team	Record	Conference Position
New Orleans Pelicans	25-52	Lower West
Sacramento Kings	20-57	Lower West

The records show how difficult the season has been for both franchises. However, the Pelicans still have a better win total and have recently dominated the head-to-head meetings.

Recent Form

Team	Last 5 Games
Sacramento Kings	W, L, L, L, L
New Orleans Pelicans	L, L, L, L, L

Sacramento finally ended a four-game losing streak with a strong performance against Toronto, winning 123-115 on the road. DeMar DeRozan led the team with an impressive scoring performance in that victory.

New Orleans, meanwhile, continues to struggle. The Pelicans have lost several games in a row and most recently fell 118-106 against Portland. Their offense has looked inconsistent and the defense has allowed too many points during this stretch.

Head-to-Head Record

Category	Result
Total Meetings	53
Pelicans Wins	32
Kings Wins	21

The Pelicans clearly have the edge in the historical matchup. They also won both meetings this season, including a dominant 120-94 victory and a high-scoring 133-123 win in Sacramento.

Team Performance Snapshot

Stat Category	Kings	Pelicans
Average Points Scored	112.4	110.7
Points Allowed	122.2	115.8
Last 10 Games Record	4-6	3-7

Both teams have struggled defensively this season. Sacramento allows more than 120 points per game, while New Orleans has also been vulnerable on defense, especially from the perimeter.

Injury Report

Sacramento Kings

Player	Status
Patrick Baldwin Jr.	Out
Drew Eubanks	Out
De’Andre Hunter	Out
Zach LaVine	Out
Keegan Murray	Out
Domantas Sabonis	Out
Isaiah Stevens	Out
Malik Monk	Questionable

The Kings are heavily affected by injuries, especially in their frontcourt and scoring rotation.

New Orleans Pelicans

Player	Status
Karlo Matkovic	Questionable
Bryce McGowens	Questionable
Dejounte Murray	Questionable

The Pelicans also have a few uncertain names in their lineup but remain in a better situation compared to Sacramento.

Key Players to Watch

New Orleans Pelicans

Player	Role
Zion Williamson	Offensive leader and interior scorer
Saddiq Bey	Three-point specialist
Trey Murphy	Wing scorer and shooter

Saddiq Bey has been particularly impressive recently. The forward has hit more than 2.5 three-pointers in eight straight games and has been extremely efficient from long range during that period.

Sacramento Kings

Player	Role
DeMar DeRozan	Primary scorer
Maxime Raynaud	Rising offensive contributor
Carter	Defensive presence

Maxime Raynaud has been in strong form recently and has crossed the 13-point mark in several recent games, making him an interesting scoring option for Sacramento.

Pelicans vs Kings Betting Odds

Market	Odds
Spread	Pelicans -5.5 / Kings +5.5
Moneyline	Pelicans -220 / Kings +180
Total Points	234.5

The betting market favors New Orleans despite their recent losing streak, mainly because Sacramento continues to deal with injuries and inconsistent play.

Best Player Prop Picks

Player	Prop Bet	Insight
Saddiq Bey	Over 2.5 Three-Pointers	Strong recent shooting form
Maxime Raynaud	Over 13.5 Points	Solid scoring stretch recently

Both players have shown consistent offensive production and could play key roles in this matchup.

Match Analysis

Recent meetings between these teams have produced plenty of points. The Pelicans scored 133 points in their last trip to Sacramento, while the Kings recently put up 123 points in their victory against Toronto.

Defensive issues on both sides suggest another open contest. Sacramento allows one of the highest scoring averages in the league, and New Orleans has struggled to contain opponents on the perimeter. With players looking to finish the season positively and pressure reduced due to playoff elimination, offensive freedom could lead to a high-scoring game.

Predicted Score

Team	Predicted Points
New Orleans Pelicans	121
Sacramento Kings	115

Best Picks for the Game

Bet Type	Prediction
Total Points	Over 234.5
Player Prop	Saddiq Bey Over 2.5 Three-Pointers
Player Prop	Maxime Raynaud Over 13.5 Points

The offensive style of both teams and recent scoring trends make the total points market the most attractive option.

Final Prediction

The Pelicans have dominated the recent head-to-head meetings and remain the stronger side even during their recent slump. Sacramento’s long injury list and defensive struggles make this a difficult matchup for them. The Kings may keep the game competitive at home, but New Orleans should still have the edge thanks to their scoring options and past success in this matchup. Expect an entertaining and high-scoring game in Sacramento.