The Pelicans struggled throughout the year, finishing 14th in the West and failing to make the Play-In Tournament.
Despite injuries to key starters like Mark Williams and Dillon Brooks, the Suns secured the 8th seed in the Western Conference. They are currently trailing 0–3 in their playoff series against the Oklahoma City Thunder .
Trey Murphy III led New Orleans with 22 points, supported by Zion Williamson’s double-double of 19 points and 10 rebounds. The Pelicans struggled throughout the year, finishing 14th
The two teams finished the 2025–26 campaign in very different positions:
The most recent contest was a high-stakes battle defined by standout individual efforts: Trey Murphy III led New Orleans with 22
Jalen Green added 25 points, and rookie Oso Ighodaro—starting for the injured Mark Williams—contributed 13 points and 6 rebounds.
The regular season series between the and New Orleans Pelicans concluded on March 6, 2026, with the Suns securing a 118–116 victory. As of late April 2026, the Suns (45–37) are competing in the first round of the Western Conference playoffs against the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder , while the Pelicans (21–61) have been eliminated from postseason contention. Recent Matchup Highlights (March 6, 2026) As of late April 2026, the Suns (45–37)
New Orleans Pelicans vs Phoenix Suns Nov 10, 2025 Game Summary