The Portland Trail Blazers (5-5) visit the New Orleans Pelicans (2-8) tonight at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans

Portland is coming off two tough, close road losses to the Orlando Magic and Miami Heat, following a surprise win over the Oklahoma City Thunder last week.

The Blazers’ defense remains shaky, but their offense has serious firepower. They’re averaging 120.6 points per game — 8th best in the NBA.

Deni Avdija is a major driver of that surge. He’s having a career year, averaging 25.5 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 4.9 assists per game. Jerami Grant continues to be a steady frontcourt force at 19.7 points per game, and the backcourt duo of Shaedon Sharpe and Jrue Holiday adds another 36.7 points per game. That balance — inside and out — keeps defenses guessing.

The Pelicans, meanwhile, have dropped two straight after picking up their first two wins of the season last week. Those wins came without Zion Williamson, who remains out. Trey Murphy III is a big reason why. He’s stepped up in Zion’s absence, averaging 22.6 points per game this month, including a 41-point outburst against the San Antonio Spurs over the weekend.

But even with Murphy’s surge, New Orleans’ depth issues are mounting.

Prediction

Given Portland’s roster stability and New Orleans’ struggles, the Blazers hold a clear advantage.

Prediction: Trail Blazers 128, Pelicans 119

Injury Report

Portland Trail Blazers

Scoot Henderson — Out (Nov 18)

Blake Wesley — Out (Jan 30)

Matisse Thybulle — Out (Nov 30)

Damian Lillard — OFS (Oct 1)

New Orleans Pelicans

Zion Williamson — Out (Nov 14)

Jordan Poole — Out (Nov 17)

Dejounte Murray — Out (Jan 2)

How to Watch Trail Blazers vs. Pelicans

Tip-off for tonight’s Portland Trail Blazers vs. New Orleans Pelicans game is set for 8:00 PM Eastern / 7:00 PM Central / 5:00 PM Pacific at Smoothie King Center, New Orleans.

The game airs live on KUNP and Gulf Coast Sports.

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.

Portland Trail Blazers vs. New Orleans Pelicans

Date: Wednesday, November 12, 2025

Time: 8:00 PM Eastern / 7:00 PM Central / 5:00 PM Pacific

Venue: Smoothie King Center, New Orleans, LA

TV: KUNP, Gulf Coast Sports

Streaming: NBA League Pass (out-of-market