The Pelicans defeated the Wizards, 133-126. Zion Williamson led the way for the Pelicans with 36 points (15-21 FG), six rebounds and eight assists, while CJ McCollum added 26 points and six assists in the victory. Deni Avdija tallied a career-high 43 points (13-24 FG, 6-10 3PT FG) and 15 rebounds for the Wizards in the losing effort. The Pelicans have won three straight games as they improve to 33-22 on the season, while the Wizards fall to 9-45.