nba Game Recap
Mavericks Fall 131-110 Against New Orleans - Game Recap
The battle between the Pelicans and Mavericks didn't turn out to be much of a battle at all as Dallas was handed a 131-110 defeat on Tuesday at Smoothie King Center.
The Pelicans were a +3.5-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 239.5.
New Orleans got 25 points from Brandon Ingram and another 25 points from Jordan Hawkins. Brandon Ingram contributed 7 assists, while Brandon Ingram cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
The Mavericks got a 17-point performance from Tim Hardaway Jr., who was supported by 17 points from Kyrie Irving. Kyrie Irving had 6 assists in a losing cause for Dallas, while Dereck Lively II grabbed 9 rebounds.
The Pelicans hit the break winning 70-54 before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Dallas as they grabbed 45 boards, while New Orleans only had 42
New Orleans looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Nuggets. The Mavericks will aim to get back on the winning track at Washington.