Williamson’s 23 points and Bey’s clutch scoring lift the Pelicans past the Jazz, 120-113 in overtime
In a thrilling overtime victory, the New Orleans Pelicans defeated the Utah Jazz 120-113 on Wednesday night. Saddiq Bey capped off a 22-point night with six consecutive points in the final minutes of overtime, leading his team to a 116-112 lead with 39 seconds remaining. Zion Williamson contributed with 23 points, all scored after halftime, propelling the Pelicans past a 13-point deficit in the third quarter.
Keyonte George recorded 39 points for the Jazz, marking his fifth 20-point game of the season, but they lost their sixth consecutive game.
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