Not Enough Star Power Results in Pels' Loss
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DALLAS -- Missing their three top scorers proved to be too much to overcome for the New Orleans Pelicans as they lost 127-117 to the Dallas Mavericks.
With CJ McCollum (rest), Brandon Ingram (toe), and Zion Williamson (hamstring) missing Saturday’s game, the remaining starters and second-string kept the game competitive, but it was obvious Dallas was in control from the beginning.
The three-ball was a problem for the Pelicans as Dallas finished 13-of-29, while New Orleans was just 5-of-29 for an underwhelming 17%. Although the Pels got several good looks, there was a hesitancy to many of the shots, which threw off the rhythm and resulted in misses.
Mavericks star Luca Doncic finished with a triple double scoring 34 points, having 10 rebounds and 10 assists. He also was on the receiving end of many self-sold fouls, but that didn’t decide the game.
On the positive side for the Pelicans, the ever-steady Jonas Valanciunas led the way on the offensive end scoring 25 points. Naji Marshall was right behind him with 24 points, and Herb Jones scored 18 points.
The Pelicans (24-15) now continue their road trip, playing against the Washington Wizards (17-23) on Monday, Jan. 9 at 6 pm.
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