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Suns Fall 126-124 Against New Orleans - Game Recap
The Pelicans got a 29-point performance from Brandon Ingram as New Orleans ran past Phoenix 126-124 on Thursday at Smoothie King Center.
The Pelicans were a +1.5-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 224.0.
New Orleans got 25 points from CJ McCollum and another 19 points from Trey Murphy III. CJ McCollum contributed 6 assists, while Yves Missi cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.
The Suns got a 28-point performance from Devin Booker, who was supported by 24 points from Bradley Beal. Grayson Allen had 10 assists in a losing cause for Phoenix, while Mason Plumlee grabbed 10 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Phoenix were victorious, as the score was 65-54 at the break.
Phoenix had a 46-44 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, New Orleans takes its act home to face Oklahoma City looking for another win. For Phoenix, they head on the road to face Miami.