nba Game Recap
Wizards Fall 132-112 Against New Orleans - Game Recap
The battle between the Pelicans and Wizards didn't turn out to be much of a battle at all as Washington was handed a 132-112 defeat on Monday at Capital One Arena.
New Orleans won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the +1.5-point spread as underdogs. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 227.5.
New Orleans got 34 points from CJ McCollum and another 27 points from Jonas Valanciunas. Devonte' Graham contributed 6 assists, while Jonas Valanciunas cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.
Washington got 23 points from Kristaps Porzingis in a losing cause and another 19 points from Kyle Kuzma. Monte Morris contributed 9 assists for the Wizards, while Kristaps Porzingis had 10 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed New Orleans were victorious, as the score was 68-56 at the break.
New Orleans had a 44-37 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
New Orleans looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Celtics. The Wizards will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Chicago.