March 14th - The Rockets defeated the Pelicans 107-105. Durant contributed 32 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists, while Thompson added 23 points, 12 rebounds, and 8 assists. For the Pelicans, Murray scored 35 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 assists, but it wasn't enough to secure a victory, while Williamson contributed 21 points, 5 rebounds, and 1 assist.

At the start of the game, Murray and Durant traded three-pointers. Thompson and Smith then scored consecutive points to help the Rockets take the lead, ending the first quarter with a 28-24 advantage. In the second quarter, the Rockets extended their lead thanks to Sheppard's consecutive three-pointers, while the Pelicans relied on Murray and Murphy III to keep pace. At halftime, the Rockets led 57-49.

After switching sides, the Pelicans narrowed the gap thanks to consecutive scores from Williamson and Murray. In the crucial moments, Durant scored 5 consecutive points to stabilize the situation. After three quarters, the Rockets led 80-72 . In the final quarter, the Pelicans relied on Murray and Murphy III to lead the team to tie the game. In the critical moments, Durant hit a mid-range jumper to take the lead and made both free throws to seal the victory. Ultimately, the Rockets narrowly defeated the Pelicans 107-105 .

Pelicans player statistics

Murray 35 points , 7 rebounds, 4 assists; Williamson 21 points , 5 rebounds , 1 assist; Murphy III 14 points , 6 rebounds , 7 assists; Fells 9 points , 1 rebound; Matkovic 8 points, 4 rebounds , 2 assists; Jones 8 points , 9 rebounds , 3 assists; Missy 5 points , 7 rebounds; Bay 5 points , 5 rebounds , 1 assist; Quinn 4 rebounds , 1 assist

Rockets player statistics

Durant 32 points , 6 rebounds, 5 assists; Thompson 23 points , 12 rebounds , 8 assists; Sheppard 18 points , 5 rebounds, 3 assists; Smith 16 points , 5 rebounds, 3 assists; Capela 9 points , 5 rebounds , 2 assists; Ethan 4 points , 8 rebounds; Okogie 3 points , 4 rebounds , 2 assists; Green 2 points, 3 rebounds; Finney - Smith 4 rebounds, 2 assists .

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