nba Game Recap
Rockets vs Pelicans Final: 122-116 - Recap
The Pelicans were burned for 39 points by James Harden on Monday as the Rockets picked up a 122-116 win at Smoothie King Center.
The Rockets won the battle on the scoreboard, but not at the payout window as they failed to cover the -7.5-point spread. UNDER bettors were rewarded when the final score pointed to an UNDER play.
Russell Westbrook had 26 points for Houston and Eric Gordon chipped in with 17 points. James Harden had 9 assists for the Rockets, while Clint Capela was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 20 boards.
New Orleans got 24 points from JJ Redick in a losing cause and another 19 points from Josh Hart. Jrue Holiday contributed 11 assists for the Pelicans, while Derrick Favors had 12 rebounds.
Houston led at halftime, 58-52.
The rebound battle favored Houston as they grabbed 47 boards, while New Orleans only had 46
Houston heads into a battle against the Clippers. New Orleans, meanwhile, will have their next action against LA Clippers.