For the first time this season, a matchup between the New Orleans Pelicans and the Houston Rockets went down to the wire. Unfortunately, Anthony Davis and gang wound up on the losing end by a final margin of 117-107.
Simply put, the game featured two quality teams — yes, the Pelicans are suddenly playing like one of the better squads in the league — who traded hard blows throughout. Houston was able to gain some momentum in the fourth quarter, yet each time the Pelicans had an answer. With 1:45 remaining, New Orleans trailed by only two, but then the mistakes came in rapid succession.