nba Game Recap
Boston Celtics vs New Orleans Pelicans Recap - Pelicans Win 120-115
The Pelicans got a 33-point performance from Brandon Ingram as New Orleans handed Boston a 120-115 defeat on Sunday at Smoothie King Center.
New Orleans won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the +2.5-point spread as underdogs. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 229.5.
Zion Williamson had 28 points for New Orleans and Josh Hart chipped in with 17 points. Lonzo Ball had 4 assists for the Pelicans, while Willy Hernangomez was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 13 boards.
Boston got 32 points from Jayson Tatum in a losing cause and another 25 points from Jaylen Brown. Jaylen Brown contributed 9 assists for the Celtics, while Robert Williams had 13 rebounds.
New Orleans trailed at halftime, 63-47.
New Orleans had a 52-49 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
New Orleans looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Pistons. The Celtics will aim to get back on the winning track at Dallas.