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Cleveland Cavaliers vs New Orleans Pelicans Recap - Pelicans Win 108-104
Herbert Jones scored 26 points for New Orleans on Tuesday, leading the Pelicans to a 108-104 victory over Cleveland at Smoothie King Center.
Bettors who backed the Pelicans were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +4.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 209.5.
Devonte' Graham had 18 points for New Orleans and Garrett Temple chipped in with 17 points. Devonte' Graham had 5 assists for the Pelicans, while Jonas Valanciunas was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.
The Cavaliers got a 27-point performance from Ricky Rubio, who was supported by 24 points from Kevin Love. Ricky Rubio had 9 assists in a losing cause for Cleveland, while Ricky Rubio grabbed 13 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Cleveland were victorious, as the score was 58-48 at the break.
New Orleans won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 44-42.
New Orleans heads into a battle against the Bucks. Cleveland, meanwhile, will have their next action against Washington.