Zion Williamson scored 29 points as the Pelicans defeated the Bulls 143-130.
2025-11-26 08:31

November 26th - The Pelicans defeated the Bulls 143-130, ending their embarrassing nine-game losing streak. Eight Pelicans players scored in double figures, with Zion Williamson leading the team with 29 points, followed by Beal with 20 points and 14 rebounds, and Alvarado also had a near triple-double performance.
In the first quarter, the Pelicans gradually increased their pace and launched a smooth offensive attack to take the lead. The Bulls launched a comeback late in the quarter but failed to regain the lead. At the end of the first quarter, the Pelicans led 37-30. In the second quarter, with Williamson entering attack mode, the Pelicans gradually built an advantage and went on a run to widen the gap. Although the Bulls tried to close the gap, they couldn't stop the Pelicans from continuing to extend their lead. At halftime, the Pelicans led 74-58, a 16- point advantage.
After switching sides, the Bulls' Coby White scored 11 points in the second quarter in an attempt to lead a comeback. At the end of the third quarter, the Pelicans still led 108-93. Entering the final quarter, the Pelicans intensified their offense, extending their lead to 18 points. Although the Bulls launched several comebacks, the Pelicans' Beal scored 14 points to seal the victory. Ultimately, the Pelicans defeated the Bulls 143-130.
Bulls player statistics
Dorsham 28 points, 2 rebounds, 1 assist; White 24 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists; Gidi 21 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists; Smith 13 points, 6 rebounds, 1 assist; Carter 11 points, 1 rebound, 1 assist; Boozerlis 10 points, 4 rebounds; Jones 10 points, 2 rebounds, 11 assists; Phillips 7 points, 2 rebounds, 1 assist
Pelicans player statistics
Williamson 29 points, 1 rebound, 2 assists; Murphy III 20 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assists; Beal 20 points, 14 rebounds, 3 assists; Alvarado 16 points, 8 rebounds, 8 assists; Fells 15 points, 4 rebounds, 3 assists; Missy 14 points, 13 rebounds; McGowan 11 points, 3 rebounds, 2 assists; Pevi 10 points, 3 rebounds, 2 assists