nba Game Recap
Pelicans Down Washington 118-107 - Match Report
The Pelicans got a 28-point performance from Jrue Holiday as New Orleans ran past Washington 118-107 on Friday at Visa Athletic Center.
Bettors who backed the Pelicans were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -8.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 236.0.
New Orleans got 17 points from Brandon Ingram and another 15 points from JJ Redick. Jrue Holiday contributed 6 assists, while Derrick Favors cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.
Washington got 23 points from Rui Hachimura in a losing cause and another 22 points from Thomas Bryant. Ish Smith contributed 10 assists for the Wizards, while Troy Brown Jr. had 10 rebounds.
The Pelicans hit the break losing 56-54 before taking care of business in the second half.
New Orleans won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 45-40.
Next game, New Orleans takes its act home to face San Antonio looking for another win. For Washington, they head on the road to face Oklahoma City.