The Houston Rockets could look to make a big splash on the trade market this offseason. Bleacher Report writer Zach Buckley suggests that New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson could be an option for the team.

Pregame analysis and predictions of the New Orleans Pelicans vs. Houston Rockets NBA game to be played on March 8, 2025 on ESPN.

The Houston Rockets (37-25) and New Orleans Pelicans (17-45) are all set to square off from Smoothie King Center in New Orleans. The Rockets are on a three-game losing streak and have fallen to fifth in the Western Conference.

SportsLine's model just revealed its NBA predictions for the New Orleans Pelicans vs. Houston Rockets on Thursday

The Pelicans scored just 38 points combined in the second half, shooting below 40% for the game. Pelicans star Zion Williamson started the game slow after not getting the benefit

New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Houston Rockets forward Amen Thompson (1) drives to the basket against New Orleans Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado (15) during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images / Stephen Lew-Imagn Images The Houston Rockets are set to host the New Orleans Pelicans tonight at 6 p.

The Rockets have welcomed the growth of several of their young players, but the team still relies on the contributions of Alperen Sengun.

Led by Alperen Sengun, the Rockets easily covered the spread in New Orleans. Thus, there’s a larger number (-7.5) for Saturday’s rematch in Houston.

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