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Detroit Falls 114-101 to Pelicans - Recap

Zion Williamson poured in 36 points for New Orleans on Sunday, as they defeated Detroit 114-101 at Little Caesars Arena.

The Pelicans won the battle on the scoreboard, but not at the payout window as they failed to cover the -15.0-point spread. UNDER bettors were rewarded when the final score pointed to an UNDER play.

New Orleans got 23 points from CJ McCollum and another 14 points from Naji Marshall. CJ McCollum contributed 7 assists, while Naji Marshall cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.

Detroit got 17 points from Chimezie Metu in a losing cause and another 17 points from Malachi Flynn. Jaden Ivey contributed 4 assists for the Pistons, while James Wiseman had 11 rebounds.

New Orleans led at halftime, 57-41.

The rebound battle favored Detroit as they grabbed 46 boards, while New Orleans only had 41

New Orleans looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Thunder. The Pistons will aim to get back on the winning track at New York.