nba Game Recap
Los Angeles Defeats New Orleans 118-104 - Recap
The Pelicans were burned for 31 points by Austin Reaves on Friday as the Lakers picked up a 118-104 win at Smoothie King Center.
Los Angeles was the ATS victor, as they covered the -9.5-point spread as a favorite. Over-Under bettors who played UNDER the total of 227.0 were rewarded at the payout window.
Luka Doncic had 24 points for Los Angeles and Deandre Ayton chipped in with 20 points. Luka Doncic had 12 assists for the Lakers, while Deandre Ayton was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 16 boards.
The Pelicans got a 35-point performance from Trey Murphy III, who was supported by 19 points from Jeremiah Fears. Saddiq Bey had 7 assists in a losing cause for New Orleans, while Derik Queen grabbed 10 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Los Angeles were victorious, as the score was 65-52 at the break.
Los Angeles had a 45-42 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Los Angeles looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Bucks. The Pelicans will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Golden State.