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Pelicans vs Rockets Final: 127-105 - Recap
Houston was run off the court by the Pelicans on Thursday as New Orleans blasted the Rockets 127-105 at Smoothie King Center.
New Orleans was the ATS victor, as they covered the -6.5-point spread as a favorite. Over-Under bettors who played OVER the total of 227.5 were rewarded at the payout window.
New Orleans got 28 points from CJ McCollum and another 27 points from Zion Williamson. Zion Williamson contributed 9 assists, while Jonas Valanciunas cleaned the glass with 14 rebounds.
Houston got 22 points from Amen Thompson in a losing cause and another 20 points from Alperen Sengun. Fred VanVleet contributed 6 assists for the Rockets, while Alperen Sengun had 9 rebounds.
The Pelicans hit the break winning 63-50 before taking care of business in the second half.
Houston won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 44-43.
New Orleans heads into a battle against the Heat. Houston, meanwhile, will have their next action against Phoenix.