The New Orleans Pelicans (23-32) are coming off a frustrating loss to the Thunder in the final game before the All-Star Break. The Pelicans have been playing well since the return of Zion Williamson, who poured in a career-high 32 points against Oklahoma City. The Portland Trail Blazers (25-31) lost two in a row before the break, including getting blown out 138-117 by the Pelicans behind another big game from Zion.
After last night’s loss by the Memphis Grizzlies, the New Orleans Pelicans sit just five games behind the eight seed, but the San Antonio Spurs and Trail Blazers are still blocking their path.