NBA 09:00 New Orleans Pelicans VS Phoenix Suns! The New Orleans Pelicans, ranked 14th in the Western Conference with a record of 9 wins and 24 losses, are showing signs of improvement, winning 3 of their last 5 games. At home, they average 118.3 points per game. Zion Williamson leads the team with 26.8 points and 7.2 rebounds per game, providing a strong inside presence. Meanwhile, the Phoenix Suns hold the 7th position in the West with a 17-14 record. On the road, they average 115.6 points per game. Devin Booker contributes 27.1 points and 5.8 assists per game, while Kevin Durant consistently scores 25.3 points. Their defense allows 113.2 points per game. In terms of injuries, the Pelicans' C.J. McCollum is questionable. The Suns have only role players listed as injured. Historically, the Suns have a strong record against the Pelicans, winning 4 out of the last 5 encounters, including a 121-114 victory in their first meeting this season. Recommended: Over 239.5 points. The core of this matchup lies in the Pelicans' inside game versus the Suns' outside shooting. The Pelicans rely on Zion Williamson's low-post play and ability to draw fouls, complemented by their outside shooters. Their home-court advantage boosts their offensive tempo, and their recent form gives them confidence. However, McCollum's availability will impact the team's organisation. The Suns build their offence around the dynamic duo of Booker and Durant, whose ability to create opportunities for teammates is important, and their road defense can restrict opponents' fast-break points. The overall records and scoring efficiency favor the Suns, while the Pelicans have home-court and an inside presence advantage. The game's outcome will depend on Williamson's ability to penetrate the Suns' defense, the scoring efficiency of Booker and Durant, and the outside shooting of both teams' role players. Turnovers and the pace of play will also play a role.