Houston Rockets at New Orleans Pelicans
Dec 18, 2025
New Orleans Pelicans Edge Houston Rockets 133-128 in Thrilling Finish
Game Summary
The New Orleans Pelicans triumphed over the Houston Rockets with a final score of 133-128. The Pelicans showcased their offensive prowess, shooting an impressive 50.5% from the field and converting 11 three-pointers, while forcing the Rockets into 18 turnovers, which hampered Houston's efforts despite their strong scoring performance.
Top Performers
Saddiq Bey led the Pelicans with 29 points and 9 rebounds, providing a critical offensive spark. Trey Murphy III added 27 points and contributed 3 rebounds, while Herbert Jones made his mark with 18 points, 3 rebounds, and an impressive 8 steals. For the Rockets, Kevin Durant was a standout with 32 points and 7 rebounds, supported by Alperen Sengun’s 28 points and 11 rebounds, showcasing their scoring ability despite the loss.
Odds Recap
Listed as 9.5-point underdogs, the New Orleans Pelicans stunned the Houston Rockets by winning by 5 points. The game went over the projected total of 235 points, reflecting the high-scoring nature of the matchup.
Prediction Recap
The model correctly predicted the total to go over, but missed on identifying the Pelicans as the winners and the spread, which favored the Rockets. The actual moneyline result indicated the Pelicans as the upset victors, contrary to the prediction.
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