nba Game Recap
Utah Jazz vs New Orleans Pelicans Wrap - New Orleans Wins 136-123
The Jazz were burned for 26 points by CJ McCollum on Friday as the Pelicans picked up a 136-123 win at Smoothie King Center.
Bettors who backed the Pelicans were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -12.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 232.0.
New Orleans got 24 points from Zion Williamson and another 19 points from Jose Alvarado. Jose Alvarado contributed 6 assists, while Zion Williamson cleaned the glass with 14 rebounds.
Utah got 26 points from Keyonte George in a losing cause and another 24 points from Collin Sexton. Isaiah Collier contributed 11 assists for the Jazz, while Drew Eubanks had 7 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed New Orleans were victorious, as the score was 61-52 at the break.
New Orleans had a 56-40 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.