New Orleans takes a 63-48 halftime lead after an explosive opening quarter and a steadier Atlanta response.
New Orleans set the tone with a 35-18 first quarter, opening a 17-point cushion over Atlanta. The Hawks answered with a 30-28 edge in the second, but still trailed 63-48 at the break. Saddiq Bey led the Pelicans with 13 points, while Jeremiah Fears added 11 and Zion Williamson had 10. After the break, watch whether Atlanta can build on its second-quarter push and whether New Orleans’ scorers can keep the Hawks at arm’s length.
Key Performers
Saddiq Bey, Pelicans: 13 points, 5 rebounds, 3 steals Jeremiah Fears, Pelicans: 11 points, 4 rebounds, 3 assists Zion Williamson, Pelicans: 10 points, 3 rebounds, 2 steals