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Detroit Falls 128-118 to Pelicans - Recap
Zion Williamson went off for 32 points and added 6 rebounds leading New Orleans to a 128-118 win over Detroit on Wednesday at Smoothie King Center.
The Pelicans earned a straight-up victory but suffered an ATS defeat in failing to cover the -11.0-point spread. Over-Under bettors who played OVER the total of 221.5 were rewarded with a winning wager.
New Orleans got 27 points from Brandon Ingram and another 14 points from Steven Adams. Lonzo Ball contributed 8 assists, while Steven Adams cleaned the glass with 15 rebounds.
The Pistons got a 25-point performance from Josh Jackson, who was supported by 21 points from Mason Plumlee. Dennis Smith Jr. had 7 assists in a losing cause for Detroit, while Isaiah Stewart grabbed 10 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Detroit were victorious, as the score was 69-64 at the break.
The rebound battle favored New Orleans as they grabbed 45 boards, while Detroit only had 38
Next game, New Orleans takes its act on the road to face Milwaukee looking for another win. For Detroit, they head home to face Sacramento.