The Pelicans and their heart palpitating performances returned tonight against the Wizards. In the waning moments of the game, Tyreke Evans missed two consecutive shots within the final 2 minutes, Jrue Holiday decided to try and pass the ball to Anthony Davis despite the fact the Pelicans only needing to hang onto the ball and Evans missed 1 of 2 free throws with 4.7 seconds left. Oh, and yeah, Gary Neal had to miss a wide open jumper for the game to not head into overtime.
New Orleans had a small halftime lead, 55-54, despite the fact the Wizards shooting 57% from the floor.