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Minnesota Defeats New Orleans 134-93 - Recap
The battle between the Timberwolves and Pelicans didn't turn out to be much of a battle at all as New Orleans was handed a 134-93 defeat on Friday at Target Center.
Minnesota was the ATS victor, as they covered the -15.0-point spread as a favorite. Over-Under bettors who played OVER the total of 222.5 were rewarded at the payout window.
Minnesota got 20 points from Julius Randle and another 17 points from Jaden McDaniels. Naz Reid contributed 6 assists, while Rudy Gobert cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.
The Pelicans got a 15-point performance from CJ McCollum, who was supported by 14 points from Bruce Brown. Kelly Olynyk had 4 assists in a losing cause for New Orleans, while Yves Missi grabbed 10 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Minnesota were victorious, as the score was 62-48 at the break.
The rebound battle favored Minnesota as they grabbed 36 boards, while New Orleans only had 33
Minnesota looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Pacers. The Pelicans will aim to get back on the winning track at Detroit.