Pelicans vs Cavaliers Prediction and NBA Tips - 22 March 2026
Last updated: Mar 21, 2026, 11:10PM | Published: Mar 21, 2026, 1:10PM
The New Orleans Pelicans will sqaure off with the favoured Cleveland Cavaliers in NBA action at Smoothie King Center on Sunday, starting at 10:00am AEDT.
Led by the likes of Trey Murphy, Zion Williamson and Saddiq Bey, the Pelicans are aiming to beat a Cavaliers line-up that includes Donovan Mitchell, James Harden and Evan Mobley.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Pelicans vs Cavaliers game, plus the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Using advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Sunday's New Orleans vs Cleveland NBA game 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model gives the Cavaliers a 65% chance of beating the Pelicans at Smoothie King Center.
Pelicans vs Cavaliers: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Sunday's NBA game at Smoothie King Center are shown here:
- Head to Head: Pelicans $2.70, Cavaliers $1.49
- Line: Pelicans +5 ($1.91), Cavaliers -5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 237.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Pelicans at $2.70 and the Cavaliers at $1.49.
The Pelicans are listed as 5-point underdogs against the Cavaliers, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Cavaliers (-5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 237.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Pelicans (+5) are predicted to cover the line 53% of the time, while the 237.5-point over/under is expected to stay under 53% of the time.
Pelicans vs Cavaliers: Best Bets
- Head to Head: New Orleans at $2.70 with Bet365
- Line: Pelicans +5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 237.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
Stats Insider's Pelicans vs Cavaliers predictions are based on complex modelling and gambling expertise to provide you with the best possible advice around the clock.
While the Cavaliers have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Pelicans to win is our preferred option due to the edge found when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Taking advantage of the edges published on Stats Insider is one of the keys to being a profitable bettor in the long run.
Pelicans vs Cavaliers: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Pelicans vs Cavaliers at Smoothie King Center on Sunday is the Cavaliers winning 120-116.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the New Orleans vs Cleveland game on Sunday, including data-driven predictions and live win probabilitiestips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Pelicans vs Cavaliers prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Remember, our model updates regularly, so refresh this page for the latest betting predictions before the New Orleans vs Cleveland game.
As always, see our Best Bets to get betting tips on every NBA game, plus predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Pelicans vs Cavaliers: Essential Details
The NBA match-up between the Pelicans and Cavaliers at Smoothie King Center is scheduled to begin at 10:00am AEDT on Sunday.
- Teams: New Orleans Pelicans vs Cleveland Cavaliers
- Date: Sunday 22 March 2026
- Time: 10:00am AEDT
- Venue: Smoothie King Center
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our New Orleans vs Cleveland predictions have been made based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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