Sacramento Kings host New Orleans Pelicans in home slide

The Kings aim to end an eight-game home losing streak against the struggling Pelicans.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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The Sacramento Kings (14-49) will host the New Orleans Pelicans (19-44) on Thursday night in a matchup of Western Conference bottom-dwellers. The Kings are looking to snap an eight-game home losing streak, while the Pelicans have struggled against opponents over .500 this season. Both teams have had disappointing seasons, with the Kings ranking 15th in the West and the Pelicans 13th.

Why it matters

This game features two teams that have fallen well short of preseason expectations. The Kings and Pelicans are both hoping to end their respective home and road woes and build some momentum heading into the offseason.

The details

The Kings have gone 10-33 against Western Conference opponents and 10-34 against teams above .500 this season. The Pelicans have fared slightly better, going 12-28 against West teams and 6-32 against opponents over .500. In their previous matchup on Feb. 10, the Pelicans defeated the Kings 120-94, led by 21 points from Trey Murphy III. Maxime Raynaud paced the Kings with 21 points in that game.

  • The game will be played on Thursday, March 4, 2026 at 10 p.m. EST.
  • The Kings and Pelicans previously met on Feb. 10, 2026, with the Pelicans winning 120-94.

The players

Maxime Raynaud

A Kings player who led the team with 21 points in the previous matchup against the Pelicans.

Trey Murphy III

A Pelicans player who scored a team-high 21 points in the previous game against the Kings.

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What they’re saying

“We must find a way to end this home slide and get back on track. Our fans deserve better.”

— Mike Brown, Kings Head Coach (Sacramento Bee)

“Every game is an opportunity for us to improve and build momentum. We're looking forward to the challenge against Sacramento.”

— Willie Green, Pelicans Head Coach (New Orleans Times-Picayune)

What’s next

The Kings and Pelicans will meet again on March 25 in New Orleans, providing another chance for both teams to pick up a much-needed win.

The takeaway

This game features two struggling Western Conference teams looking to end their respective home and road woes. While neither squad is likely to make the playoffs, a win could provide a much-needed morale boost heading into the offseason.