nba Game Recap
Recap - Pelicans Defeat Brooklyn 104-91
The Nets were burned for 28 points by Zion Williamson on Tuesday as the Pelicans picked up a 104-91 win at Barclays Center.
Bettors who backed the Pelicans were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -7.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 216.0.
CJ McCollum had 16 points for New Orleans and Larry Nance Jr. chipped in with 13 points. Brandon Ingram had 6 assists for the Pelicans, while Larry Nance Jr. was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.
The Nets got a 25-point performance from Cam Thomas, who was supported by 15 points from Mikal Bridges. Dennis Schroder had 5 assists in a losing cause for Brooklyn, while Day'Ron Sharpe grabbed 17 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed New Orleans were victorious, as the score was 64-45 at the break.
The rebound battle favored New Orleans as they grabbed 48 boards, while Brooklyn only had 42
New Orleans heads into a battle against the Magic. Brooklyn, meanwhile, will have their next action against Milwaukee.