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Boston Falls 115-109 to Pelicans - Recap
Zion Williamson scored 28 points for New Orleans on Monday, leading the Pelicans to a 115-109 victory over Boston at TD Garden.
Bettors who backed the Pelicans were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +2.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 229.5.
New Orleans got 25 points from Brandon Ingram and another 17 points from Nickeil Alexander-Walker. Brandon Ingram contributed 9 assists, while Josh Hart cleaned the glass with 15 rebounds.
The Celtics got a 34-point performance from Jayson Tatum, who was supported by 23 points from Kemba Walker. Robert Williams had 5 assists in a losing cause for Boston, while Robert Williams grabbed 10 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed New Orleans were victorious, as the score was 64-55 at the break.
New Orleans won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 47-46.
Next game, New Orleans takes its act home to face Orlando looking for another win. For Boston, they head home to face Dallas.