by Rell Wright/Pelican Contributor
In a commanding display of long-range shooting prowess, the New Orleans Pelicans decimated the Toronto Raptors 139-98 in Toronto, delivering the Raptors their most significant defeat this season. Trey Murphy III led the charge with a season-high 34 points, efficiently sinking 10 of 14 attempts from beyond the arc, tying his career-best performance.
The victory was particularly sweet for Jonas Valanciunas, who contributed a double-double against his former team, emphasizing the Pelicans’ dominance on both ends of the court. The Raptors, plagued by injuries including the absence of All-Star Scottie Barnes and center Jakob Poeltl, struggled to keep pace, as New Orleans set a blistering perimeter game, making 24 of 49 three-point shots. This win marks the Pelicans’ third in their last four games, showcasing their formidable form as they prepare to face the Philadelphia 76ers next.
