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Pelicans vs Timberwolves Final: 117-106 - Recap
The Timberwolves were burned for 27 points by Zion Williamson on Wednesday as the Pelicans picked up a 117-106 win at Target Center.
Bettors who backed the Pelicans were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +6.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 220.5.
New Orleans got 24 points from CJ McCollum and another 19 points from Brandon Ingram. Brandon Ingram contributed 7 assists, while Larry Nance Jr. cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
The Timberwolves got a 35-point performance from Anthony Edwards, who was supported by 22 points from Karl-Anthony Towns. Mike Conley had 9 assists in a losing cause for Minnesota, while Karl-Anthony Towns grabbed 6 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed New Orleans were victorious, as the score was 59-46 at the break.
The rebound battle favored New Orleans as they grabbed 41 boards, while Minnesota only had 28
Next game, New Orleans takes its act home to face Los Angeles looking for another win. For Minnesota, they head on the road to face Houston.