NBA
2026-03-26 · Morning Edition
WIN
Pelicans vs. Pistons
Ausar Thompson Under 5.5 Rebounds
ANALYSIS
Despite Isaiah Stewart being sidelined, Jalen Duren’s elite rebounding volume (10.5 RPG) continues to limit Thompson’s ceiling, as seen in Thompson staying under 5.5 boards in three of his last five games. The Pelicans’ frequent deployment of a small-ball 'death lineup' with Zion Williamson at center will force Thompson into perimeter defensive rotations, further reducing his opportunities to crash the paint as he regresses toward his 5.4 season rebounding average.
Key Data
Projected 4.4 rebounds vs 5.5 line; per-36 rate regression expected at 7.1.
OUTCOME
Pistons 129 - Pelicans 108
Ausar Thompson recorded 4 total rebounds (0 offensive, 4 defensive) in 29 minutes of action during the Detroit Pistons' 129-108 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on March 26, 2026. Since 4 rebounds is under the line of 5.5, the selection is a win.