Rockets Top Pelicans in Preseason Play
The New Orleans Pelicans fought back from a 17-point fourth-quarter deficit but fell to the Houston Rockets 130-128 in a preseason game.
Two free throws by Bryce McGowens tied the game at 128-128 with 21.9 seconds left. However, Houston guard Aaron Holiday hit a 12-foot floater to provide the final margin with 1.8 seconds on the clock.
Jeremiah Fears led the Pelicans with 20 points in 22 minutes, but missed a 33-foot turnaround jumper as the final buzzer sounded. The Pelicans had eight players score in double figures.
Aaron Holiday took over on the Rockets’ next possession and hit a 12-foot floater in the lane to provide the final margin.
The game was played in Alabama, with the Pelicans attempting a comeback but ultimately falling short.
Author's summary: Pelicans lose to Rockets 130-128.