Pelicans Defeat 76ers 126-111

New Orleans moves to 16-42 as the 76ers fall to 30-26

Feb. 22, 2026 at 4:03am

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The New Orleans Pelicans defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 126-111 in a NBA matchup. The Pelicans improved their record to 16-42 on the season, while the 76ers dropped to 30-26.

Why it matters

This game was an important inter-conference matchup between two teams heading in opposite directions this NBA season. The Pelicans are struggling near the bottom of the standings, while the 76ers are fighting to maintain their position in the Eastern Conference playoff race.

The details

The Pelicans were led by a strong offensive performance, scoring 126 points to the 76ers' 111. This victory moves New Orleans to 16-42 on the season, while Philadelphia falls to 30-26.

  • The game was played on February 22, 2026.

The takeaway

This game showcases the contrasting fortunes of the two teams, with the Pelicans continuing to struggle while the 76ers look to solidify their playoff positioning in the Eastern Conference.