The New Orleans Pelicans went into San Antonio after learning that the team’s owner Tom Benson passed away at the age of 90. With heavy hearts, there was still a game to be played. The San Antonio Spurs are literally fighting for their playoff lives. Following last nights game, the Spurs climbed back into the eighth spot.
The Pelicans lost to the Spurs 98-93. Anthony Davis fouled out late in the game which gave the Spurs new life and ultimately led to their victory. However, that’s not the sole reason for the lost. Nikola Mirotic shot 3-of-12 from the floor and 0-of-2 from three.