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New Orleans Pelicans vs Washington Wizards Recap - Wizards Win 105-100

New Orleans was scorched by Spencer Dinwiddie for 27 points as the Wizards defeated the Pelicans 105-100 in NBA action on Monday.

Bettors who backed the Wizards were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -4.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 208.0.

Washington got 18 points from Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and another 15 points from Montrezl Harrell. Spencer Dinwiddie contributed 9 assists, while Deni Avdija cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.

New Orleans got 31 points from Brandon Ingram in a losing cause and another 16 points from Jonas Valanciunas. Josh Hart contributed 5 assists for the Pelicans, while Josh Hart had 12 rebounds.

The Wizards hit the break losing 58-41 before taking care of business in the second half.

New Orleans won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 45-42.

Washington heads into a battle against the Hornets. New Orleans, meanwhile, will have their next action against Miami.