nba Game Recap
New Orleans Falls 110-96 to Thunder - Recap
The Thunder got a 35-point performance from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander as Oklahoma City handed New Orleans a 110-96 defeat on Saturday at Smoothie King Center.
Bettors who backed the Thunder were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +1.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 232.0.
Oklahoma City got 19 points from Josh Giddey and another 17 points from Jalen Williams. Luguentz Dort contributed 5 assists, while Josh Giddey cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.
The Pelicans got a 26-point performance from CJ McCollum, who was supported by 15 points from Naji Marshall. CJ McCollum had 8 assists in a losing cause for New Orleans, while Naji Marshall grabbed 8 rebounds.
Oklahoma City led at halftime, 63-44.
New Orleans won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 43-38.
Oklahoma City heads into a battle against the Spurs. New Orleans, meanwhile, will have their next action against Portland.