On January 14, 2025, the New Orleans Pelicans secured a 119-113 victory over the Chicago Bulls at the United Center.
Key Performances:
• Pelicans:
• Trey Murphy III: Led all scorers with 32 points, marking his second consecutive 30-point game.
• Zion Williamson: Contributed 21 points, 9 assists, and 7 rebounds, showcasing his versatility.
• Jose Alvarado: Scored all 12 of his points in the fourth quarter, including four crucial three-pointers that helped seal the win.
• Bulls:
• Zach LaVine: Tallied 25 points, though his streak of six consecutive 30-point games came to an end.
• Nikola Vucevic: Recorded a double-double with 22 points and a season-high 15 rebounds.
• Coby White: Added 22 points, providing a significant offensive boost.
Game Highlights:
The game was tightly contested through three quarters, with the score tied at 86 entering the fourth. Early in the final period, the Pelicans surged ahead with a 12-2 run, establishing a lead they maintained despite a late push from the Bulls. Alvarado’s sharpshooting in the fourth quarter was instrumental in fending off Chicago’s comeback attempts.
Team Statistics:
• Pelicans:
• Field Goal Percentage: 44%
• Three-Point Percentage: 28%
• Free Throw Percentage: 81%
• Rebounds: 46
• Assists: 32
• Bulls:
• Field Goal Percentage: 44%
• Three-Point Percentage: 33%
• Free Throw Percentage: 75%
• Rebounds: 57
• Assists: 31
Quotes:
• Pelicans Head Coach Willie Green: “Our guys showed resilience tonight. Trey [Murphy III] was phenomenal, and Jose [Alvarado] gave us a huge lift in the fourth quarter.”
• Bulls Head Coach Billy Donovan: “We fought hard, but their run in the fourth quarter hurt us. We need to execute better down the stretch.”
This victory marked a sweep of the season series for the Pelicans against the Bulls, following their earlier win in the season opener.
