by Rell Wright/Pelican Contributor
In a thrilling showdown, the New Orleans Pelicans secured their ticket to the In-Season Tournament semifinals with a resounding 127-117 victory over the Sacramento Kings. Brandon Ingram led the charge with a stellar 30-point performance, showcasing his scoring dominance. Joining him in the spotlight, Herb Jones chipped in with 23 points, while Jonas Valanciunas contributed 18, creating a dynamic trio that proved too much for the Kings to handle.
On the other side of the court, De’Aaron Fox and Domantas Sabonis put up a valiant effort for the Kings, combining for 56 points, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Pelicans’ firepower. With this impressive win, the Pelicans now set their sights on the In-Season Tournament semifinals in Las Vegas, where they’ll face the winner of the Suns-Lakers matchup. New Orleans is undoubtedly gaining momentum and will be a force to reckon with as they aim to clinch the tournament championship.
