Oklahoma City Thunder vs New Orleans Pelicans (01-27-2026) game preview: When and where to watch, expected lineup, injury report, prediction, and more

The NBA is set for a crucial matchup as the Oklahoma City Thunder clash with the New Orleans Pelicans. The match will tip off at 8:00 pm ET on Tuesday. The Oklahoma City Thunder have previously won 37 out of the 47 games. Jalen Williams and Alex Caruso have been sidelined for tonight’s clash against the Pelicans. Their team is significantly counting on players such as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Luguentz Dort.

As for the New Orleans Pelicans, they have previously won only 12 out of the 49 matches they have played. With players like Tre Murphy III and Zion Williamson, the team has a higher chance of securing their names in the walls of victory. However, Keegan Murray has been sidelined due to injuries. From the expected lineup to their injury reports, here is everything you need to know about tonight’s clash between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the New Orleans Pelicans.

Oklahoma City Thunder vs New Orleans Pelicans - When and Where to Watch the Game

The Oklahoma City Thunder will host the New Orleans Pelicans at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The match will tip off at 8:00 p.m. ET on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, exclusively on Gulf Coast Sports, WVUE, Pelicans+, and FDSOK. Additionally, Fubo and Prime Video will stream the match for all online users.

Oklahoma City Thunder vs New Orleans Pelicans - Expected Starting Lineups

Oklahoma City Thunder

• Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (PG)
• Luguentz Dort (SG)
• Aaron Wiggins (SF)
• Chet Holmgren (PF)
• Jaylin Williams (C)

New Orleans Pelicans

• Tre Murphy III (PG)
• Herbert Jones (SG)
• Saddiq Bey (SF)
• Zion Williamson (PF)
• Derik Queen (C)

Oklahoma City Thunder vs New Orleans Pelicans - Injury Report

Oklahoma City Thunder

• Alex Caruso - OUT (adductor)
• Isaiah Hartenstein - OUT (calf)
• Ajay Mitchell - OUT (abdominal)
• Jalen Williams - OUT (hamstring)
• Nikola Topic - OUT (testicular cancer)
• Thomas Sorber - OUT (Acl)
• Cason Wallace - QUESTIONABLE (hip)

New Orleans Pelicans

• Dejounte Murray - OUT (Acl)

Oklahoma City Thunder vs New Orleans Pelicans - Game Prediction

This season, the Oklahoma City Thunder have scored 234.5 points in 17 out of their 47 games. However, the Sacramento Kings have scored the same number of points in 26 out of 48 games, so speculation is tougher than usual. The Oklahoma City Thunder boast an impressive roster, featuring standout players such as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren. Gilgeous-Alexander has delivered 32.1 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 6.2 assists per game this season. However, Holmgren has averaged 17.8 points, 8.6 rebounds, and 1.6 assists per game.

The New Orleans Pelicans, on the other hand, have efficient players like Trey Murphy III and Zion Williamson. Murphy III has averaged 22.2 points, 6 rebounds, and 3.7 assists per game this season while helping the team one step closer to the finale. Williamson, on the other hand, delivered 22 points, 6 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game.


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