Pelicans Edge Out Hornets in Tight Contest Despite Missing Coach
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The New Orleans Pelicans secured a narrow victory over the Charlotte Hornets with a final score of 98-94, despite playing without their head coach Willie Green. Keion Brooks Jr. led the Pelicans with 17 points, supported by a balanced scoring effort from the team. The game, held at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, saw the Pelicans overcome a late lead by the Hornets, with crucial plays by Jose Alvarado and Brooks sealing the win. The Hornets, led by Miles Bridges with 20 points, suffered their fifth consecutive loss.
Key Points
The Pelicans defeated the Hornets 98-94 in a closely contested game.
Keion Brooks Jr. was the top scorer for the Pelicans with 17 points.
The Pelicans played without head coach Willie Green, with assistant James Borrego stepping in.
Miles Bridges led the Hornets with 20 points, but they lost their fifth straight game.
The game was decided in the final moments with key plays by Jose Alvarado and Keion Brooks Jr.
