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Pelicans vs Grizzlies Final: 96-87 - Recap
The Pelicans got 17 points from Herbert Jones as New Orleans ran past Memphis 96-87 on Monday at FedExForum.
The match was decisive in favor of New Orleans, but bettors saw the game push as the margin of victory was the same as the closing point spread. The game went UNDER the consensus closing total of 221.0.
New Orleans got 16 points from Brandon Ingram and another 14 points from Zion Williamson. Brandon Ingram contributed 6 assists, while Herbert Jones cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
Memphis got 22 points from Jaren Jackson Jr. in a losing cause and another 12 points from Luke Kennard. Vince Williams Jr. contributed 9 assists for the Grizzlies, while Lamar Stevens had 7 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed New Orleans were victorious, as the score was 61-47 at the break.
New Orleans had a 49-36 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
New Orleans heads into a battle against the Wizards. Memphis, meanwhile, will have their next action against Houston.