nba Game Recap
New Orleans Pelicans vs Los Angeles Lakers Recap - Lakers Win 120-117
Los Angeles got 28 points from Lonnie Walker IV en route to a 120-117 victory over New Orleans on Wednesday at Crypto.com Arena.
Bettors who backed the Lakers were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +2.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 230.0.
Los Angeles got 20 points from Anthony Davis and another 20 points from LeBron James. Russell Westbrook contributed 9 assists, while Anthony Davis cleaned the glass with 16 rebounds.
The Pelicans got a 27-point performance from Zion Williamson, who was supported by 22 points from CJ McCollum. CJ McCollum had 8 assists in a losing cause for New Orleans, while Jonas Valanciunas grabbed 10 rebounds.
Los Angeles led at halftime, 56-44.
The rebound battle favored Los Angeles as they grabbed 56 boards, while New Orleans only had 51
Next game, Los Angeles takes its act home to face Utah looking for another win. For New Orleans, they head home to face Golden State.