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Rockets vs Pelicans Final: 126-123 - Recap
New Orleans was scorched by James Harden for 29 points as the Rockets defeated the Pelicans 126-123 in NBA action on Saturday.
The Rockets earned a straight-up victory but suffered an ATS defeat in failing to cover the -12.0-point spread. Over-Under bettors who played OVER the total of 238.5 were rewarded with a winning wager.
Houston got 28 points from Russell Westbrook and another 16 points from P.J. Tucker. Russell Westbrook contributed 13 assists, while Russell Westbrook cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.
New Orleans got 35 points from Brandon Ingram in a losing cause and another 23 points from Josh Hart. Lonzo Ball contributed 10 assists for the Pelicans, while Brandon Ingram had 15 rebounds.
Houston won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 45-42.
Houston looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Thunder. The Pelicans will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Golden State.