New Orleans Pelicans forward Ryan Anderson set a new franchise record by scoring 30 points before halftime in Thursday's 114-105 win over the Sacramento Kings, per ESPN Stats & Info.
Typically a key reserve, Anderson started in place of superstar forward Anthony Davis, who was held out of the contest due to a concussion that he suffered in Monday's loss to the Houston Rockets.
Anderson quickly seized the opportunity, converting 11 of his 17 field-goal attempts, four of his eight three-point attempts and all four of his free throws in the first half, helping the Pelicans take a 63-53 lead into the break.