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The vibrant energy of the Smoothie King Center beckons tonight as Scottie Barnes and the Toronto Raptors head to the Big Easy to take on Trey Murphy III and the New Orleans Pelicans in a cross-conference clash with postseason implications for the North.
The Toronto Raptors (36-28) arrive in New Orleans looking to solidify their position as a top-five seed in the Eastern Conference. Led by All-Star Scottie Barnes, who is anchoring the team with 1.5 blocks and nearly 8 rebounds per game, Toronto has become a defensive force on the road. They are bolstered by the scoring punch of Brandon Ingram (21.5 PPG) and the playmaking of Immanuel Quickley, who is dishing out 6.1 assists per contest.
The Pelicans (21-45), meanwhile, are playing for pride and momentum, having recently found success with a three-game home winning streak. New Orleans remains a dangerous opponent behind the scoring of Trey Murphy III (22.0 PPG) and the defensive grit of Dejounte Murray. With the Raptors eyeing a home-court advantage seed and the Pelicans looking to play spoiler, tonight's matchup features a battle of high-flying versatility.
How to watch Raptors vs Pelicans
Tonight's showdown will be broadcast on local regional networks in both the Toronto and New Orleans markets, with a national stream available for out-of-market viewers on NBA League Pass.
How to watch Raptors vs Pelicans for free
To watch tonight's Raptors vs. Pelicans game for free, fans can utilize a 5-day free trial from streaming services like Fubo, which carries local regional coverage for the Pelicans and out-of-market options for Raptors fans.
Fubo: The premier choice for cord-cutters in New Orleans and across the US. Fubo provides access to Gulf Coast Sports and other regional sports networks, ensuring you don't miss any of tonight's action during your trial window.
NBA League Pass: For Raptors fans living in the U.S. outside of the New Orleans area, League Pass is the best way to catch Scottie Barnes and Brandon Ingram. New users can sign up for a free trial through Amazon Prime Video or the NBA app.
