Pelicans hang for quarter, then Rockets turn on afterburners
Published on March 30, 2026.
The Houston Rockets defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 134-102 in a thrilling game, with Alperen Sengun scoring 36 points and 13 rebounds. Despite a strong performance from New Orleans' Dejounte Murray, who scored 19 points, the Rockets managed to maintain their four-game lead over Phoenix for the final guaranteed playoff spot in the Western Conference. The victory leaves the Pelicans with a fifth consecutive loss.
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