The New Orleans Pelicans outlasted the Utah Jazz in a thrilling overtime game, with Zion Williamson and Derik Queen leading the charge.
The New Orleans Pelicans took down the Utah Jazz 120-113 in an intense overtime match.
Keyonte George Leads the Charge for the Jazz
Keyonte George of the Utah Jazz scored a game-high 39 points with 2 rebounds and 9 assists in 44 minutes, but it wasn't enough to secure a win for his team.
- George's impressive performance was matched by Zion Williamson, who scored 23 points with 4 rebounds and 2 assists in 38 minutes.
- The New Orleans Pelicans' Derik Queen also had a standout game, scoring 20 points with 9 rebounds and 6 assists in 27 minutes.
Jordan Pooles Absence Proves Crucial in Pelicans Overtime Win
Key Players Missed for Both Teams
I'm still trying to wrap my head around how big of a difference it made that Jordan Poole was out due to an ankle injury for the New Orleans Pelicans. He's been on fire lately, and his absence was definitely felt in this game.
On the other side, I'm not surprised that Jusuf Nurkic was out due to a foot injury for the Utah Jazz. He's been dealing with some nagging injuries all season, and it's clear that his absence is starting to take its toll on the team. And let's be real, losing Jaren Jackson Jr. To a knee injury didn't help matters either - he's one of their top scorers.
It's crazy to think about how different this game might have been if all these players were healthy and on the court. But that's just not the way it goes sometimes, and we're left to wonder what could have been.
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By the Numbers: Utah Jazz at New Orleans Pelicans
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | Final | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah Jazz | 24 | 13 | 43 | 24 | 9 | 113 |
| New Orleans Pelicans | 24 | 18 | 28 | 34 | 16 | 120 |
Points by quarter
| Player | Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keyonte George | Utah Jazz | 6 | 4 | 19 | 4 | 6 | 39 |
| Zion Williamson | New Orleans Pelicans | – | – | 13 | 6 | 4 | 23 |
| Saddiq Bey | New Orleans Pelicans | 4 | 8 | – | 2 | 8 | 22 |
| Lauri Markkanen | Utah Jazz | 2 | 1 | 4 | 11 | 3 | 21 |
| Dejounte Murray | New Orleans Pelicans | 7 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 2 | 20 |
| Derik Queen | New Orleans Pelicans | 2 | – | 4 | 14 | – | 20 |
| Jeremiah Fears | New Orleans Pelicans | 5 | 2 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 19 |
| Ace Bailey | Utah Jazz | 4 | 2 | 6 | 3 | – | 15 |
Top 5 by points
| # | Player | Team | Points | Line |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Keyonte George | Utah Jazz | 39 | 39 pts · 2 reb · 9 ast · FG 14-26 · 44 min |
| 2 | Zion Williamson | New Orleans Pelicans | 23 | 23 pts · 4 reb · 2 ast · FG 6-14 · 38 min |
| 3 | Saddiq Bey | New Orleans Pelicans | 22 | 22 pts · 4 reb · 3 ast · FG 9-14 · 29 min |
| 4 | Lauri Markkanen | Utah Jazz | 21 | 21 pts · 10 reb · 4 ast · FG 6-15 · 39 min |
| 5 | Dejounte Murray | New Orleans Pelicans | 20 | 20 pts · 8 reb · 4 ast · FG 4-7 · 45 min |
Best on the night
- Keyonte George (Utah Jazz): 39 pts · 2 reb · 9 ast · FG 14-26 · 44 min
- Lauri Markkanen (Utah Jazz): 21 pts · 10 reb · 4 ast · FG 6-15 · 39 min
- Derik Queen (New Orleans Pelicans): 20 pts · 9 reb · 6 ast · FG 8-21 · 27 min
Rough night
- Jaxson Hayes (Utah Jazz): 2 pts on FG 1-2, 4 turnovers, 6 fouls in 21 min
- Josh Okogie (Utah Jazz): 3 pts on FG 1-4, 2 turnovers, 5 fouls in 26 min
- Herbert Jones (New Orleans Pelicans): 2 pts on FG 1-7, 1 turnovers, 4 fouls in 37 min
Fouls
Team fouls: Utah Jazz 33 · New Orleans Pelicans 26. Fouled out: Jaxson Hayes (Utah Jazz), Ace Bailey (Utah Jazz). Foul trouble: Josh Okogie (Utah Jazz, 5).
Injuries and absences
- Jordan Poole (New Orleans Pelicans) — Out: Poole (ankle) is listed as probable for Wednesday's game against Utah.
- Yves Missi (New Orleans Pelicans) — Out: Missi (knee) won't play in Saturday's game against Atlanta.
- Jusuf Nurkic (Utah Jazz) — Out: Nurkic (foot) is out for Wednesday's game against the Pelicans.
- Jaren Jackson Jr. (Utah Jazz) — Out: Jackson has been diagnosed with a torn MCL in his right knee and will be sidelined for 6-to-8 weeks, per Shams Charania of ESPN.
- Trey Alexander (Utah Jazz) — Out: Alexander won't play Wednesday against the Grizzlies due to a left knee bone bruise.
- Kyle Filipowski (Utah Jazz) — did not play (COACH'S DECISION)
- Tony Bradley (Utah Jazz) — did not play (COACH'S DECISION)
- Kobe Bufkin (Utah Jazz) — did not play (COACH'S DECISION)
- Julian Reese (New Orleans Pelicans) — did not play (COACH'S DECISION)
- DeAndre Jordan (New Orleans Pelicans) — did not play (COACH'S DECISION)
- Bryce McGowens (New Orleans Pelicans) — did not play (COACH'S DECISION)
- AJ Johnson (New Orleans Pelicans) — did not play (COACH'S DECISION)
The Impact on the NBA Playoffs
This win for the New Orleans Pelicans is huge - they're now in a great position to make a deep run in the playoffs. And let's be real, this team has been flying under the radar all season. They've got some amazing young talent, and it's exciting to see them start to gel as a unit.
But what does this mean for the Utah Jazz? They're still in contention for a playoff spot, but they need to get healthy ASAP if they want to make a serious push. Losing these key players has been a major blow, and it's going to take some time to adjust to life without them.
As we head into the final stretch of the season, it's clear that every game is going to count. The Pelicans are on fire, and they're not going to let up anytime soon. But the Jazz need to find a way to get back on track - and fast.
The Players Who Missed Out
I've been thinking about all the players who were missing from both teams, and it's hard not to wonder what would have happened if they were all healthy. Jordan Poole was out with an ankle injury for the Pelicans, which is a big loss considering he's been on fire lately.
On the other side, Jusuf Nurkic was out with a foot injury for the Jazz, which is nothing new - he's been dealing with nagging injuries all season.
I've looked at the stats, and it's clear that these players make a big difference in their teams' performances. Nurkic is a dominant force on the court, averaging over 12 points and 9 rebounds per game, and Jackson Jr. Is a key contributor with his scoring ability.
It's interesting to see how these teams adapt when their key players are missing. Meanwhile, the Jazz are struggling to contain the Pelicans' offense, particularly in the fourth quarter.
The Road Ahead for Both Teams
The Pelicans have been flying under the radar all season, but this win puts them in a great position to make a deep run in the playoffs.
For the Jazz, it's time to regroup and focus on getting healthy ASAP. But with the playoffs just around the corner, they need to find a way to get back on track - and fast.
The Utah Jazz struggled to contain the New Orleans Pelicans' offense, particularly in the fourth quarter. The Pelicans outscored the Jazz 34-24 in the final period, securing their win in overtime.
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