Pelicans Make Franchise History with 25-Point Comeback Win Over Jazz

CJ McCollum's 45-point performance propels New Orleans to an overtime victory as Utah's struggles continue.

The New Orleans Pelicans overcame a 25-point deficit to defeat the Utah Jazz 123-119 in overtime, marking the largest comeback in franchise history.
CJ McCollum scored 45 points, including six in overtime, leading the Pelicans to secure the win and extend their winning streak against the Jazz to two games.
Utah's Keyonte George led his team with 23 points, but the Jazz faltered defensively in the second half, allowing 61 points and struggling to contain McCollum.
The Jazz, now 10-31 for the season, leaned heavily on their younger lineup, highlighting their developmental focus but exposing defensive vulnerabilities.
The game was played in a nearly empty Smoothie King Center as New Orleans braced for rare snowfall and local fans prioritized college football's championship game.