The New Orleans Pelicans face the New York Knicks in an upcoming NBA match. The New Orleans Pelicans have a recent record of 5 wins and 5 losses in their last 10 games, indicating a mixed performance. Their morale is currently low. The New York Knicks, in contrast, have performed strongly, with 8 wins and 2 losses in their last 10 games. Although their away game capabilities are considered average, their recent form is better. The New Orleans Pelicans' defense has shown some weaknesses recently. However, their overall offensive capabilities have been quite strong. They are expected to score well against the New York Knicks. The New Orleans Pelicans' recent performance has been decent, but they are still a mid-table team. The New York Knicks have shown considerable improvement. The teams' previous head-to-head records favor the New Orleans Pelicans. The New York Knicks' recent performances are also good. The game is expected to be closely contested.