In the preview of this contest, it was stated that the New Orleans Pelicans would need to limit Paul George and Monta Ellis to win this game. The Pelicans did just that, but it wasn’t enough. In one of the sloppiest games of basketball anyone will ever watch, the Pelicans choked late to give the game up to Indiana. The final possession was a fitting end as Eric Gordon airballed a potential game-tying three pointer.
Alvin Gentry asked for more effort, and it was apparent from opening tip that the players were willing to give it.