nba Game Recap
New Orleans Pelicans vs Washington Wizards Recap - Wizards Win 105-100
New Orleans was scorched by Spencer Dinwiddie for 27 points as the Wizards defeated the Pelicans 105-100 in NBA action on Monday.
Bettors who backed the Wizards were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -4.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 208.0.
Washington got 18 points from Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and another 15 points from Montrezl Harrell. Spencer Dinwiddie contributed 9 assists, while Deni Avdija cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.
New Orleans got 31 points from Brandon Ingram in a losing cause and another 16 points from Jonas Valanciunas. Josh Hart contributed 5 assists for the Pelicans, while Josh Hart had 12 rebounds.
The Wizards hit the break losing 58-41 before taking care of business in the second half.
New Orleans won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 45-42.
Washington heads into a battle against the Hornets. New Orleans, meanwhile, will have their next action against Miami.