Match Background
At 09:00 on November 3, 2026 , the NBA regular season continues as the Memphis Grizzlies host the New Orleans Pelicans. This is a direct matchup between two Western Conference teams and another clash early in the new season between two teams that favor fast-paced transition offense. From a scheduling perspective, the Grizzlies have just finished a stretch of consecutive games, and returning home tests their stamina and rotation planning; the Pelicans need to find offensive stability in a road environment. In recent seasons, these two teams have produced several high-scoring meetings, with pace and three-point shootouts often deciding the outcome, so both the handicap and total lines for this game are worth close observation.
From the perspective of the season's progression, this game comes early in the regular season, with both teams still using games to gel their rotations and find an offensive-defensive balance. The Grizzlies previously went through a stretch of road games against opponents including the Trail Blazers and Jazz. Their first game back home often comes with more preparation time and a more stable shooting environment, which is reflected in the recent records captured. The Pelicans, after a run of home games, now move to the road, where offensive stability, defensive communication, and energy distribution will all be tested. Both teams favor fast pace and perimeter shooting; once the game enters a back-and-forth rhythm, increased possessions will directly push up the total score, which is why the total line for this game deserves special attention.
Team Information
The Memphis Grizzlies have shown strong offensive firepower early this season, especially at home, where their scoring efficiency has clearly improved. According to the recent records captured, the Grizzlies won 136-105 at home against the Sacramento Kings in their most recent home game, leading 66-55 at halftime and winning by 31 points, performing at a high level on both ends. That win shows the Grizzlies are in good shape in terms of pace control and transition efficiency at home.
The New Orleans Pelicans also possess firepower, and head-to-head data shows they are not clearly inferior against the Grizzlies. On January 31, 2026, the Pelicans beat the Grizzlies 114-106 at home; on January 24, 2026, the Grizzlies lost 127-133 at home to the Pelicans, showing the Pelicans can also generate efficient offense on the road. The Pelicans' offense relies more on perimeter shooting and quick shots; once they get hot, the score can easily climb.
Looking at season averages, the Grizzlies have played 10 games this season, averaging 119.7 points scored and 107.9 points allowed. At home , they average 123.3 points scored and 107 points allowed; on the road , they average 117.3 points scored and 108.5 points allowed. The home-road scoring difference is notable, with higher offensive output at home. The Pelicans have played 10 games this season, averaging 116 points scored and 114.8 points allowed. At home , they average 114.2 points scored and 110.4 points allowed; on the road , they average 117.8 points scored and 119.2 points allowed. Their road scoring is not low, but their points allowed are also high, making road games more likely to turn into shootouts.
Recent Records
First, the Grizzlies' recent performances. On November 1, 2026, the Grizzlies beat the Kings 136-105 at home, leading 66-55 at halftime and maintaining efficient offense throughout. On October 30, 2026, the Grizzlies beat the Portland Trail Blazers 124-103 on the road, tied 58-58 at halftime, and pulled away in the second half. On October 27, 2026, the Grizzlies beat the Utah Jazz 110-105 on the road, leading 58-52 at halftime. These games show the Grizzlies have good offensive continuity, scoring over 110 points in multiple games and maintaining high scoring output on the road.
Looking further back, on October 26, 2026, the Grizzlies beat the Kings 123-112 on the road, leading 67-59 at halftime; on October 24, 2026, they beat the Golden State Warriors 111-108 on the road, leading 60-56 at halftime; on October 22, 2026, they beat the Jazz 123-103 at home, leading 64-51 at halftime. These games further show that early in the season, the Grizzlies not only score consistently but also excel at building halftime leads, taking advantages in many games and then extending them with continued output in the second half.
Now the Pelicans. In head-to-head meetings, on January 31, 2026, the Pelicans beat the Grizzlies 114-106 at home, trailing 58-61 at halftime and coming back in the second half; on January 24, 2026, the Pelicans beat the Grizzlies 133-127 on the road, trailing 60-65 at halftime and completing a comeback with a high-scoring second half. Both games show the Pelicans have strong ability to chase points when behind, with fast pace and high totals.
The Pelicans' recent games this season are also worth noting. On November 1, 2026, the Pelicans beat the Atlanta Hawks 121-99 at home, leading 63-48 at halftime and playing smoothly on both ends; on October 30, 2026, the Pelicans beat the Kings 132-120 at home, leading 63-61 at halftime and scoring over 130 points; on October 29, 2026, the Pelicans lost 91-104 at home to the Denver Nuggets, trailing 45-57 at halftime, a recent low-scoring game; on October 25, 2026, the Pelicans lost 135-141 on the road to the Nuggets, leading 73-57 at halftime, with a total of 276 points; on October 24, 2026, the Pelicans narrowly lost 119-120 on the road to the Jazz, trailing 52-62 at halftime; on October 22, 2026, the Pelicans lost 120-123 at home to the Indiana Pacers, leading 66-56 at halftime. These games show the Pelicans' scoring fluctuates widely, with both high-scoring and low-scoring games, but overall pace is fast, and high totals are especially likely in road games.
Looking at the totals in recent meetings between the two teams: on January 31, 2026, the two teams combined for 220 points; on January 24, 2026, 260 points; on November 27, 2025, the Pelicans lost 128-133 at home to the Grizzlies, totaling 261 points; on October 23, 2025, the Grizzlies beat the Pelicans 128-122 at home, totaling 250 points. Three of the last four meetings had totals over 250 points, with only one around 220, showing a clear high-scoring trend.
Expanding the head-to-head range further: on March 10, 2025, the Pelicans lost 104-107 at home to the Grizzlies, totaling 211 points; on January 25, 2025, the Grizzlies beat the Pelicans 139-126 at home, totaling 265 points; on December 28, 2024, the Pelicans lost 124-132 at home to the Grizzlies, totaling 256 points; on November 30, 2024, the Grizzlies beat the Pelicans 120-109 at home, totaling 229 points; on February 13, 2024, the Grizzlies lost 87-96 at home to the Pelicans, totaling 183 points. As can be seen, the totals in meetings between these two teams are uneven, with both high-scoring shootouts over 260 points and low-scoring games under 210 or even around 180. This shows high scores are not guaranteed every game; pace and shooting touch remain key variables determining the total.
Roster Information
Final Recommendation
- Handicap: Memphis Grizzlies -6.5
- Total: Over 234.5