nba Game Recap
Nuggets vs Pelicans Final: 122-88 - Recap
The Nuggets blew out New Orleans on Wednesday, running up the score in a 122-88 win at Ball Arena.
Denver was the ATS victor, as they covered the -12.0-point spread as a favorite. Over-Under bettors who played UNDER the total of 238.0 were rewarded at the payout window.
Nikola Jokic had 21 points for Denver and Christian Braun chipped in with 17 points. Nikola Jokic had 10 assists for the Nuggets, while Nikola Jokic was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 12 boards.
The Pelicans got a 21-point performance from Jeremiah Fears, who was supported by 11 points from Zion Williamson. Jeremiah Fears had 6 assists in a losing cause for New Orleans, while Derik Queen grabbed 8 rebounds.
The Nuggets hit the break winning 53-47 before taking care of business in the second half.
Denver had a 57-36 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Denver takes its act on the road to face Portland looking for another win. For New Orleans, they head on the road to face Los Angeles.