The winless New Orleans Pelicans (0-4) face the LA Clippers (2-2) tonight at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California.
New Orleans enters the game with the lowest-scoring offense in the league, averaging just 101.4 points per game. That number is weighed down by back-to-back outings where they failed to reach 90 points — against the Denver Nuggets and Boston Celtics — with Zion Williamson limited or sidelined.
Williamson entered the season in noticeably better shape, but a bone contusion already caused him to miss time. In his return against Denver, he played reduced minutes and attempted just eight shots.
The Pelicans will need a fully healthy and assertive Zion to have a chance to break through, as they showed in a close four-point loss earlier this season to the San Antonio Spurs. But his availability and rhythm remain unpredictable.
Defensively, the Pelicans haven’t compensated for their offensive issues. They rank 25th in defensive rating (120.0), struggling to contain penetration and often giving up open perimeter looks.
The Clippers, meanwhile, are aiming to climb back above .500 after a tough loss to the Golden State Warriors. Their offense has been similarly stagnant, averaging 107.5 points per game — second-worst in the NBA, just ahead of New Orleans. They also play at the league’s slowest pace (96.0), which limits their scoring opportunities.
James Harden and Kawhi Leonard each average 21.3 points, but the lack of a third consistent scoring option has been evident. The departure of Norman Powell to Miami has left a noticeable hole — one that coincides with Miami now leading the league in scoring and pace.
Predictions
The Clippers’ relative balance should be enough to overpower a Pelicans team still searching for rhythm on both ends. Expect LA to control the tempo and pull away late.
Prediction: Clippers 120, Pelicans 109
Injury Report
New Orleans Pelicans
Kevon Looney — Out (left knee)
Dejounte Murray — Out (right Achilles)
Los Angeles Clippers
Jordan Miller — Out (left hamstring)
Yanic Konan Niederhauser — Out (left ankle)
Kobe Sanders — Out (right knee)
How to Watch Pelicans vs. Clippers
Tip-off for tonight’s New Orleans Pelicans vs. Los Angeles Clippers game is set for 10:30 PM Eastern / 7:30 PM Pacific at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California.
The game airs live on FanDuel Sports Network Southern California and Gulf Coast Sports.
Fans in the Southern California broadcast market without a FanDuel Sports Network subscription can purchase one on Amazon here.
Out-of-market viewers can stream the matchup on NBA League Pass for free on Amazon Prime Video with a 7-day free trial here.
Amazon also offers a discounted subscription that starts at $12.74 for the first two months (then $16.99/month). The subscription also includes access to NBA TV.
Fans can also choose a Team Pass to follow one team’s games for $13.99 per month.
New Orleans Pelicans vs. Los Angeles Clippers
Date: Friday, October 31, 2025
Time: 10:30 PM Eastern / 7:30 PM Pacific
Venue: Intuit Dome, Inglewood, California
TV: FanDuel Sports Network Southern California, Gulf Coast Sports
Streaming: NBA League Pass (out-of-market)