Nets vs Pelicans

The Nets, led by the star power of Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant, came into the game with a 7-4 record, while the Pelicans, led by Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram, were 6-5.

The game started off with a bang, as both teams traded baskets in a high-scoring first quarter. The Nets held a slim lead at the end of the first, but the Pelicans came back in the second quarter to take a 60-54 lead into halftime.

The second half was a different story, as the Nets came out with more intensity and determination. They chipped away at the Pelicans' lead, and eventually took the lead for good with just over five minutes remaining in the game.

The Nets held on for a 120-112 victory, thanks in large part to a strong performance from Irving, who finished with 33 points and 11 assists. Durant also had a solid game with 29 points and 9 rebounds.

For the Pelicans, Williamson led the way with 25 points and 10 rebounds, while Ingram added 20 points. However, it wasn't enough to overcome the Nets' hot shooting and strong defense.

The win was a big one for the Nets, as it moved them to 8-4 on the season and gave them a much-needed boost after a tough loss to the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday.

The Pelicans, meanwhile, dropped to 6-6 on the season and will now have to face the Golden State Warriors on Thursday night.

Here are some of the highlights from the game:

• Irving's 33-point performance was his highest-scoring game of the season.
• Durant's 29-point performance was his fifth straight game with 20 or more points.
• Williamson's 25-point performance was his fourth straight game with 20 or more points.
• The Nets shot 50.6% from the field, while the Pelicans shot 45.5%.
• The Nets had a 40-32 rebounding advantage.

The Nets will look to continue their winning ways when they face the Chicago Bulls on Thursday night, while the Pelicans will look to bounce back against the Golden State Warriors.