Cavs vs. Pelicans: Viewing Guide, Betting Odds, and Injury Update
The Cleveland Cavaliers visit New Orleans to face the Pelicans on Saturday, March 21 at 7 p.m. The game takes place at Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, Louisiana. Cleveland enters with a 43-27 record. New Orleans is 25-46.
Game details
Broadcast options include FanDuel Sports Network Ohio and the FanDuel Sports App. NBA League Pass will carry the matchup nationally. The point spread lists the Cavs as 5-point favorites.
| Date | Saturday, March 21 — 7:00 PM |
| Venue | Smoothie King Center — New Orleans, LA |
| TV | FanDuel Sports Network Ohio; FanDuel Sports App; NBA League Pass |
| Point spread | Cavs -5 |
Injury update
This Cavs vs. Pelicans: Viewing Guide, Betting Odds, and Injury Update provides a roster snapshot. Check the lists below for the latest availability.
Cleveland Cavaliers
- Jaylon Tyson — Questionable (toe)
- Donovan Mitchell — Questionable (eye contusion)
- Jarrett Allen — Out (knee)
- Craig Porter Jr. — Out (groin)
- Tyrese Proctor — Out (quad)
- Olivier Sarr — Out (G League)
- Tristan Enaruna — Out (G League)
New Orleans Pelicans
- Bryce McGowens — Out (toe)
- Trey Alexander — Out (G League)
- Hunter Dickinson — Out (G League)
- Josh Oduro — Out (G League)
Projected starting lineups
Coaches are expected to roll out these lineups at tipoff. Lineups reflect usual rotations and current availability.
- Cleveland: James Harden; Sam Merrill; Keon Ellis; Dean Wade; Evan Mobley
- New Orleans: Trey Murphy III; Herbert Jones; Saddiq Bey; Zion Williamson; Yves Missi
Notes and context
The teams met in late December. Cleveland won that game 141-118 on Dec. 23. Expect adjustments from both benches in this rematch.
Filmogaz.com will have updates and final injury confirmations closer to tipoff. Follow official team reports before placing any wagers.
