The Pelicans defeated the Hornets 112-107. Jonas Valanciunas recorded a season-high 29 points, along with 13 rebounds and four assists for the Pelicans, with Zion Williamson adding 21 points and 11 rebounds in the victory. Terry Rozier tallied 30 points, six assists, and four rebounds for the Hornets in the defeat. The Pelicans improve to 15-11 in the regular season, while the Hornets fall to 7-16.