US EditionSeven Pelicans Score in Double Figures to Deal 76ers Setback
Pelicans made 17 three-pointers at 50% shooting, overcoming a late deficit with a 60-35 second-half run led by Jordan Poole's 23 points and five threes.
- In a Saturday game, Jordan Poole scored 23 points with five 3s as the Pelicans beat the 76ers 126-105 in New Orleans.
- Following a period of Sixers control, the 76ers led until the final two minutes of the third before New Orleans chipped away and Fears' free throws put the Pelicans ahead at 91-89.
- Key contributors included DeAndre Jordan, who grabbed 15 rebounds and blocked four shots, and the Pelicans made 17 3s at 50%, fueling their rally, with Zion Williamson scoring 21.
- With the defeat, the 76ers will face Minnesota on Sunday night, while the Pelicans host Golden State on Tuesday, impacting their upcoming schedules.
- Given his limited appearances, Jordan Poole, who had not played since Oct. 29, logged 32 minutes and made a defensive impact in the comeback, highlighting his broader significance.
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NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Jordan Poole had a 23-point performance, including five 3-pointers, and the New Orleans Pelicans outscored the Philadelphia 76ers 60-35 in the final 21 minutes to win 126-111 on Saturday. Zion Williamson added 21 points, Saddiq Bey chipped in 20, and veteran center DeAndre Jordan grabbed 15 rebounds and blocked four shots. Jordan entered the game having appeared in just two games this season and hadn't played since October 29.…
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Jordan Poole's 2nd-half surge helps the Pelicans top the 76ers, 126-111
Jordan Poole highlighted a 23-point performance with five 3-pointers, and the New Orleans Pelicans outscored Philadelphia 60-35 during the final 21 minutes to beat the 76ers 126-111 on Saturday night.
Sixers lose to a 16-win Pelicans team and we're officially in a bad place
The Sixers lost to the New Orleans Pelicans on Saturday night 126-111, dropping their fourth straight game and falling to 30-26 on the season. The Pelicans came in at 16-42. Let that one sit for a second. Joel Embiid missed his fourth consecutive game with right shin soreness and knee injury management. That’s the reason and also the excuse and also the reality all at the same time. Tyrese Maxey had 27 points. Kelly Oubre dropped 25. It wasn’t e…
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