Before the start of tonight’s contest, Zion Williamson, Trey Murphy and Jose Alvarado were honored in front of the Smoothie King crowd for their selections to the 2023 NBA All Star and Rising Stars games.
That was the best moment on this Friday night because no disappointment had been suffered yet.
In a game that got away from them in the first half, the New Orleans Pelicans were crushed by the Cleveland Cavaliers, 118-107.
Sure, the first three offensive possessions for the Pelicans offered hope. Brandon Ingram opened the scoring with a furious drive and dunk.