HomeNBANBA PredictionsBrooklyn Nets vs New Orleans Pelicans Prediction, Odds and Picks

Brooklyn Nets vs New Orleans Pelicans Prediction, Odds and Picks for Today, 01/14/26

Updated: 11:08 AM ET Jan 14, 2026

Smoothie King CenterYES, GCSEN

Nets

8:10 PM ETToday

Pelicans

WLLLL	Last 5	LLWLL
11-26	Record	9-33
18-18-1	ATS Record	20-21-0
14-23	O/U Record	22-19

Nets vs Pelicans Pickswise Expert Predictions

Point Spread Pick

BKN Nets -2.0(-110)

Reasoning

The mini 3-game road trip that the Nets are currently on finally ends tonight, as they take on the struggling New Orleans Pelicans. With just 1 win since 2026 began, the Nets aren’t exactly doing well themselves, but on certain occasions they pull off a surprise or two. Wednesday might be one of those games as they face a Pelicans team who they’ve dominated in recent meetings, going 11-3 SU in 14 games and covering in 11 of the last 15 head-to-head. There’s also good news on the injury front with MPJ returning with 28 against the Mavs the other day, he is expected to play once again which would be a major boost to their offensive capabilities.

New Orleans is also on a losing streak, following their 122-116 defeat to the Nuggets the other day. Unlike the Nets who are struggling for quality offense, the Pelicans are having major issues defending the basket. Teams are scoring 122.4 points per game on them, that ranks the Pels 28th in the NBA only ahead of the Wizards and Jazz. In home games they are even worse at 123 points allowed per game, so even the somewhat offensively limited Nets could have an easy scoring game here if the Pelicans don’t do something about it. It takes time to change bad habits, I feel like until major roster changes are made these Pelicans won’t be able to stop teams from scoring the basketball.

About a month ago these teams met in Brooklyn and the Nets won 119-101, getting 35 points from MPJ and holding the Pels to just 36% shooting from deep. With the Pelicans winning only once in 12 games and currently on a 6-game losing streak, I cannot justify backing them here. Take the Nets in this one.

Nets vs Pelicans prediction: Nets -2 (-110) available at time of publishing. Playable at that number.

If you’re looking for a new sportsbook for the NFL playoffs, we recommend checking out Fanatics Sportsbook. New users can get $100 FanCash bet matches on their first 10 wagers! Join Fanatics Sportsbook, where you can bet on our Nets vs Pelicans predictions.

Show Bio

Long-time NBA fan, following the game closely for 21 years now. Joined the Pickswise writing staff for the 2020-21 season and have given out winning picks since. Hopefully we can make some money together! Oh, and I firmly believe Lebron James is not one of the two best basketball players of all time. Yeah, I said it. For Filip Tomic media enquiries, please email contact@pickswise.com.

Get a $10 Sign-Up Bonus

Sign-up for a new Kalshi account

Trade $10

Get $10

Must be 18 years or older and have a legal, U.S. residential address within the applicable state, D.C., or U.S. territories. Not available in AZ, IL, MA, MD, MI, MT, NJ, and OH.

$10

Get a $10 Sign-Up Bonus

Sign-up for a new Kalshi account

Trade $10

Get $10

Must be 18 years or older and have a legal, U.S. residential address within the applicable state, D.C., or U.S. territories. Not available in AZ, IL, MA, MD, MI, MT, NJ, and OH.

$10

Get a $10 Sign-Up Bonus

Sign-up for a new Kalshi account

Trade $10

Get $10

Must be 18 years or older and have a legal, U.S. residential address within the applicable state, D.C., or U.S. territories. Not available in AZ, IL, MA, MD, MI, MT, NJ, and OH.

$1500

Get a $50 BetMGM Reward Points Bonus + up to $1500 Back if You Don't Win

Place your first bet up to $1,500

Get a $50 BetMGM Reward Points Bonus

+ up to $1500 Back if You Don\'t Win

21+ to wager. Please Gamble Responsibly. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Visit BetMGM.com for Terms & Conditions. US promotional offers not available in DC, Nevada, New York or Ontario. Bonus Bets Expire in 7 Days.

$1500

Get a $50 BetMGM Reward Points Bonus + up to $1500 Back if You Don't Win

Place your first bet up to $1,500

Get a $50 BetMGM Reward Points Bonus

+ up to $1500 Back if You Don\'t Win

21+ to wager. Please Gamble Responsibly. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Visit BetMGM.com for Terms & Conditions. US promotional offers not available in DC, Nevada, New York or Ontario.

$1500

Get a $50 BetMGM Reward Points Bonus + up to $1500 Back if You Don't Win

Place your first bet up to $1,500

Get a $50 BetMGM Reward Points Bonus

+ up to $1500 Back if You Don\'t Win

$150

No Sweat First Bet Up to $2500 back in Bonus Bets

Make a minimum deposit of $500

Place your first bet and if it loses, you'll get your money back in Bonus Bets, up to $2,500

Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Hope is here. GamblingHelpLineMA.org or call (800) 327-5050 for 24/7 support (MA). Call 1-877-8HOPE-NY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY). 21+ and present in select states. FanDuel is offering online sports wagering in Kansas under an agreement with Kansas Star Casino, LLC. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, KY, MI, NJ, OH, PA, IL, TN, VA, VT), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD), 1-800-522-4700 (WY), or visit www.1800gambler.net (WV).

$2,500

No Sweat First Bet Up to $2500 back in Bonus Bets

Make a minimum deposit of $500

Place your first bet and if it loses, you'll get your money back in Bonus Bets, up to $2,500

$2,500

No Sweat First Bet Up to $2,500 back in Bonus Bets

Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or call 1-877-8HOPE-NY or Text HOPENY (467369 (NY) JOINNOW 21+ in select states. First online real money wager. $10 deposit required. Refund issued as non-refundable bonus bets that expire in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See full terms at fanduel.com/sportsbook. FanDuel is offering online sports wagering in Kansas under an agreement with Kansas Star Casino, LLC. Gambling problem call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MI, NJ, OH, PA, IL, TN, VA). 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS). 1-877-770-STOP (LA). visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). 1-800-522-4700 (WY). or visit vwww.1800gambler.net (WV)

$2000

100% Deposit Match up to $100 + $2,000 Welcome Package over First 30 Days

Get a 100% Deposit Match

+ $2,000 Cash Back over First 30 Days!

This promotion is available to new Bracco customers only. Customers must be 18 years of age or older (or the legal age of majority in their jurisdiction) to participate. This offer is limited to one promotion per person, household, IP address, and payment method.

$2000

100% Deposit Match up to $100 + $2,000 Welcome Package over First 30 Days

Get a 100% Deposit Match

+ $2,000 Cash Back over First 30 Days!

$2000

100% Deposit Match up to $100 + $2,000 Welcome Package over First 30 Days

Get a 100% Deposit Match

+ $2,000 Cash Back over First 30 Days!

NBA Analysis

See All NBA News

Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (23) dunks the ball as Washington Wizards forward Will Barton (5) looks on in the third quarter at Capital One Arena.

NBA Prop Bets Today: Lauri Markkanen and Nikola Vucevic amongst best NBA Player Props for Wednesday

Wednesday night sees a 7-game slate take place in the NBA tonight, highlighted by an ESPN doubleheader featuring Cavaliers vs 76ers and Nuggets vs Mavericks. Among other matchups on the hardwood are...

NBAPosted 2 hours ago