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Houston Rockets vs New Orleans Pelicans Wrap - New Orleans Wins 119-108

The Pelicans got a 28-point performance from CJ McCollum as New Orleans ran past Houston 119-108 on Wednesday at Smoothie King Center.

New Orleans was the ATS victor, as they covered the -7.0-point spread as a favorite. Over-Under bettors who played UNDER the total of 227.5 were rewarded at the payout window.

Jonas Valanciunas had 16 points for New Orleans and Naji Marshall chipped in with 16 points. CJ McCollum had 6 assists for the Pelicans, while Jonas Valanciunas was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 17 boards.

The Rockets got a 16-point performance from Jalen Green, who was supported by 16 points from KJ Martin. Kevin Porter Jr. had 5 assists in a losing cause for Houston, while Jabari Smith Jr. grabbed 13 rebounds.

First-half bettors who backed New Orleans were victorious, as the score was 75-52 at the break.

The rebound battle favored New Orleans as they grabbed 51 boards, while Houston only had 43

New Orleans heads into a battle against the Nets. Houston, meanwhile, will have their next action against Utah.