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Pelicans Fall 106-88 Against Oklahoma City - Game Recap
Jalen Williams poured in 31 points for Oklahoma City on Wednesday, as they defeated New Orleans 106-88 at Paycom Center.
The Thunder were a -14.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score dipped UNDER the total, which closed at 225.5.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 29 points for Oklahoma City and Luguentz Dort chipped in with 11 points. Jalen Williams had 7 assists for the Thunder, while Jalen Williams was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 6 boards.
The Pelicans got a 18-point performance from Brandon Ingram, who was supported by 14 points from Trey Murphy III. Brandon Ingram had 6 assists in a losing cause for New Orleans, while Brandon Boston Jr. grabbed 10 rebounds.
Oklahoma City led at halftime, 54-50.
New Orleans had a 58-31 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Oklahoma City heads into a battle against the Suns. New Orleans, meanwhile, will have their next action against Denver.