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New Orleans Defeats Philadelphia 127-116 - Recap
CJ McCollum went off for 42 points and added 4 rebounds leading New Orleans to a 127-116 win over Philadelphia on Friday at Smoothie King Center.
Bettors who backed the Pelicans were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +1.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 230.0.
New Orleans got 36 points from Zion Williamson and another 13 points from Willy Hernangomez. CJ McCollum contributed 5 assists, while Jonas Valanciunas cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
Philadelphia got 37 points from Joel Embiid in a losing cause and another 20 points from James Harden. James Harden contributed 10 assists for the 76ers, while Joel Embiid had 8 rebounds.
The Pelicans hit the break winning 67-60 before taking care of business in the second half.
New Orleans won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 36-29.
New Orleans heads into a battle against the Grizzlies. Philadelphia, meanwhile, will have their next action against Oklahoma City.