The New Orleans Pelicans edged out the Charlotte Hornets 98-94 in a close game on March 30, 2025, at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans.
Key Moments:
- With 31.1 seconds remaining and the Pelicans trailing by one, Jose Alvarado drove into the lane, made a reverse layup while drawing a foul, and converted the ensuing free throw to give New Orleans a two-point lead.
- On the Hornets’ next possession, DaQuan Jeffries’ inbounds pass was intercepted, leading to a game-sealing layup by Keion Brooks Jr.
Pelicans’ Standouts:
- Keion Brooks Jr. led the team with 17 points.
- Antonio Reeves added 16 points.
- Kelly Olynyk contributed 13 points.
- Jose Alvarado and Jeremiah Robinson-Earl each scored 12 points.
Hornets’ Highlights:
- Miles Bridges scored a team-high 20 points.
- Nick Smith Jr. added 19 points.
- Jusuf Nurkic contributed a double-double with 13 points and 12 rebounds.
The Pelicans, playing without head coach Willie Green due to personal reasons, secured their 21st win of the season under assistant coach James Borrego.