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New Orleans Pelicans vs Boston Celtics Recap - Celtics Win 125-114
New Orleans was victimized for 41 points and 12 rebounds by Jaylen Brown as the Celtics defeated the Pelicans 125-114 in NBA action on Wednesday.
Bettors who backed the Celtics were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -9.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 229.5.
Boston got 31 points from Jayson Tatum and another 20 points from Malcolm Brogdon. Derrick White contributed 6 assists, while Jaylen Brown cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.
The Pelicans got a 38-point performance from CJ McCollum, who was supported by 18 points from Naji Marshall. CJ McCollum had 4 assists in a losing cause for New Orleans, while Naji Marshall grabbed 7 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Boston were victorious, as the score was 64-58 at the break.
Boston won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 50-33.
Next game, Boston takes its act on the road to face Brooklyn looking for another win. For New Orleans, they head on the road to face Detroit.