nba Game Recap
Denver Nuggets vs New Orleans Pelicans Wrap - Denver Wins 113-108
New Orleans was victimized by Nikola Jokic for 37 points as the Nuggets defeated the Pelicans 113-108 in NBA action on Friday.
Bettors who backed the Nuggets were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -2.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 231.5.
Michael Porter Jr. had 25 points for Denver and Jamal Murray chipped in with 23 points. Jamal Murray had 11 assists for the Nuggets, while Paul Millsap was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.
The Pelicans got a 39-point performance from Zion Williamson, who was supported by 16 points from Eric Bledsoe. Eric Bledsoe had 9 assists in a losing cause for New Orleans, while Zion Williamson grabbed 10 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed New Orleans were victorious, as the score was 63-54 at the break.
The rebound battle favored New Orleans as they grabbed 37 boards, while Denver only had 36
Denver heads into a battle against the Hawks. New Orleans, meanwhile, will have their next action against Dallas.