nba Game Recap
Cleveland Cavaliers vs New Orleans Pelicans Wrap - New Orleans Wins 140-124
The Pelicans got a 38-point performance from Anthony Davis, who added 13 rebounds as New Orleans ran past Cleveland 140-124 on Wednesday at Smoothie King Center.
New Orleans was the ATS victor, as they covered the -14.5-point spread as a favorite. Over-Under bettors who played OVER the total of 225.0 were rewarded at the payout window.
New Orleans got 19 points from Frank Jackson and another 18 points from Jrue Holiday. Elfrid Payton contributed 9 assists, while Anthony Davis cleaned the glass with 13 rebounds.
The Cavaliers got a 21-point performance from Jordan Clarkson, who was supported by 17 points from Matthew Dellavedova. Matthew Dellavedova had 7 assists in a losing cause for Cleveland, while Tristan Thompson grabbed 10 rebounds.
The Pelicans hit the break losing 63-59 before taking care of business in the second half.
New Orleans had a 44-31 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, New Orleans takes its act on the road to face Minnesota looking for another win. For Cleveland, they head on the road to face Houston.