The Pelicans have not lost to an NBA team with a losing record in the Smoothie King Center since the start of the second week of the season. At the time, they fell to an 0-3 Orlando Magic team, 103-94. Amid a tumultuous season, the Pelicans can hang their hats on at least performing well against sub-.500 teams within the city limits of New Orleans.
The Brooklyn Nets have been bad all season, but they are now admittedly in free fall. After losing Jarrett Jack for the season and firing Lionel Hollins/reassigning GM Billy King, they are in the midst of posting their worst monthly win percentage, recording just 3 wins against 11 losses.