CJ McCollum shines in New Orleans Pelicans win over Los Angeles Clippers

The Clips came into this game as the top seed in the Western Conference, however they didn’t hold it for long as the New Orleans Pelicans defeated Los Angeles Clippers 117-106 behind an outstanding CJ McCollum performance.

Despite having no All-Stars this season, the Pelicans have been playing good basketball. They dynamic duo of Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram can generate buckets any given night as both players are averaging over 20 points per game. CJ McCollum has been amazing as a third option, averaging 19 points this year and with depth at nearly every position, this team will be a tough out for any team in the playoffs.

McCollum led the way with 25 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 assists. Zion Williamson finished with 21 points, 3 rebounds, 10 assists, 1 steal, and 2 blocks while Brandon Ingram had 15 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists.

For the Clippers, James Harden finished with 19 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists. Kawhi Leonard recorded 15 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists, 2 steals, and 1 block while Norman Powell scored 18 points off the bench.

This win improves the Pelicans to 30-21, which makes them 6th in the Western Conference. New Orleans is now 0.5 games above the 7th seeded Sacramento. They are 6-4 over their last 10 games and currently on a 4-game winning streak. Their next game will be on Friday night against the Los Angeles Lakers.

On the other hand, this loss drops the Clippers to 34-16, which makes them 4th in the Western Conference and 0.5 games away from the top seed. Los Angeles is 2 over their last 10 games and will look to bounce back. Their next game will be on Saturday night against the Detroit Pistons.