Recap - Wizards Defeat New Orleans 99-89

Recap - Wizards Defeat New Orleans 99-89

Washington got 26 points and 12 assists from John Wall en route to a 99-89 victory over New Orleans on Thursday at New Orleans Arena.

Washington was an underdog by 3.5 points and came through with an ATS victory for bettors. The game went UNDER the consensus closing total of 195.5.

Washington got 19 points from Roger Mason and another 17 points from Jordan Crawford. John Wall contributed 12 assists, while Kevin Seraphin cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.

The Hornets got a 20-point performance from Chris Kaman, who was supported by 16 points from Gustavo Ayon. Greivis Vasquez had 6 assists in a losing cause for New Orleans, while Gustavo Ayon grabbed 9 rebounds.

Washington led at halftime, 56-49.

The rebound battle favored Washington as they grabbed 38 boards, while New Orleans only had 31.

Washington heads into a battle against the Hawks. New Orleans, meanwhile, will have their next action against New Jersey.