Preview the New York Knicks' NBA matchup with New Orleans, including betting odds, tips, trends, and game information.

The Pelicans average 10.6 made 3-pointers per game this season, 4.0 fewer makes per game than the Knicks allow (14.6). The Knicks are shooting 47.7% from the field, 1.1% lower than the 48.8% the Pelicans' opponents have shot this season.

Expert recap and game analysis of the Phoenix Suns vs. New Orleans Pelicans NBA game from December 27, 2025 on ESPN.

Since James Borrego took over for Willie Green, New Orleans had been seeing better results, particularly on offense, even before the winning streak. The Pelicans are playing faster and letting Queen cook more, and the return to health of multiple injured starters has helped open the floor for him.

Suns beat Pelicans 123-114 behind 20 points from Devin Booker, 17 points, seven rebounds and seven assists for Collin Gillespie. Zion Williamson has 22 points on 11 shots for New Orleans.

The Phoenix Suns could be without several key players for the second night of a back-to-back against the New Orleans Pelicans.

Phoenix Suns forward Ryan Dunn is listed as questionable for the second game of a back-to-back at the New Orleans Pelicans on Dec. 27 with right knee soreness, according to the team's latest injury report.