Pelicans vs Wizards Prediction and NBA Tips - 9 March 2026
Last updated: Mar 8, 2026, 11:10PM | Published: Mar 8, 2026, 1:01PM
The New Orleans Pelicans will take on the Washington Wizards in NBA action at Smoothie King Center on Monday, beginning at 10:00am AEDT.
With the likes of Trey Murphy, Zion Williamson and Saddiq Bey, the Pelicans are aiming to beat a Wizards side that includes Trae Young, Will Riley and Bilal Coulibaly.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Pelicans vs Wizards game, plus the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Based on advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Monday's New Orleans vs Washington NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model gives the Pelicans an 82% chance of defeating the Wizards at Smoothie King Center.
Pelicans vs Wizards: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Monday's NBA game at Smoothie King Center are listed here:
- Head to Head: Pelicans $1.18, Wizards $5.00
- Line: Pelicans -11.5 ($1.87), Wizards +11.5 ($1.95)
- Total (Over/Under 244.5 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 $1.18 and the Wizards at $5.00.
The Pelicans are listed as 11.5-point favourites against the Wizards, with odds of $1.87 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Wizards (+11.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.95.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 244.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Wizards (+11.5) are predicted to cover the line 55% of the time, while the 244.5-point over/under is expected to stay under 54% of the time.
Pelicans vs Wizards: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Washington at $5.00 with Bet365
- Line: Wizards +11.5 at $1.95 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 244.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
Stats Insider's Pelicans vs Wizards best bets are based on complex simulations and betting expertise to provide you with the best possible advice 24/7.
While the Pelicans have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Wizards to win is our preferred option because of the edge found when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently available.
Taking advantage of the edges seen on Stats Insider is crucial to achieving long-term success as a bettor.
Pelicans vs Wizards: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Pelicans vs Wizards at Smoothie King Center on Monday is the Pelicans winning 126-116.
This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the New Orleans vs Washington game on Monday, including data-driven predictions and live win probabilitiestips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Pelicans vs Wizards prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Remember, our model updates frequently, so bookmark this page for the latest betting predictions before the New Orleans vs Washington game.
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Pelicans vs Wizards: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Pelicans and Wizards at Smoothie King Center is scheduled to tip off at 10:00am AEDT on Monday.
- Teams: New Orleans Pelicans vs Washington Wizards
- Date: Monday 9 March 2026
- Time: 10:00am AEDT
- Venue: Smoothie King Center
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our New Orleans vs Washington predictions are the result of 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 accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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