Knicks vs Pelicans Showdown: March 24, 2026 Game Preview
The New York Knicks host the New Orleans Pelicans on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. Tip-off at Madison Square Garden is scheduled for 7:30 PM ET. NBC and Peacock carry the broadcast live.
| Who | New York Knicks (47-25) vs New Orleans Pelicans (25-47) |
| Date | Tuesday, March 24, 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM ET |
| Place | Madison Square Garden, New York |
| TV | NBC / Peacock |
Form and recent meeting
New York arrives on a six-game winning streak. The Knicks crushed the Washington Wizards on Sunday.
New Orleans has gone 6-4 in its last ten games. The clubs last met on December 29, 2025.
That December game ended 130-125 in favor of New York. Jalen Brunson scored 28 points and handed out 10 assists.
Zion Williamson led New Orleans with 32 points that night.
Pelicans profile
James Borrego’s roster ranks 20th in offensive rating. The defense sits 24th in that metric.
New Orleans averages 115.6 points per game while allowing 119.0.
Trey Murphy III produces 21.8 points per game. He stretches the floor and shoots efficiently.
Zion Williamson averages 21.3 points and dominates inside when healthy. Herb Jones excels on defense.
Jones ranks in the 97th percentile for deflections. Dejounte Murray averages 18.7 points, 6.2 assists, and 5.1 rebounds.
Projected starters
- Trey Murphy III
- Saddiq Bey
- Zion Williamson
- Herb Jones
- Dejounte Murray
Injury report
New York lists Miles McBride and Landry Shamet out with knee and bone bruise issues. Kevin McCullar Jr. is questionable with knee and quad concerns.
New Orleans has Bryce McGowens listed as questionable with a toe issue.
Matchup notes and keys to victory
ESPN’s win probability favors the Knicks at roughly 77 percent. The metric highlights New York’s edge.
New Orleans looks stiffer with Murray back from a torn right Achilles. They have split the games he has played.
The Pelicans shoot about 35 percent from the perimeter. Most scoring still comes inside the arc.
Key strategies include dominating the boards and forcing turnovers for transition points. Another suggested mismatch to exploit involves Towns inside.
This Knicks vs Pelicans Showdown provides a concise March 24, 2026 Game Preview for fans. Filmogaz.com will monitor updates during and after the matchup.
Prediction: New York pulls away in the second half. The Knicks win by eight and string together their second seven-game streak.
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