Pelicans Overcome 22-Point Deficit to Beat Thunder, McCollum Scores 29 Points

Pelicans record largest comeback of NBA season against the Thunder, despite absence of leading scorer Brandon Ingram due to knee injury.

The New Orleans Pelicans overcame a 22-point deficit to defeat the Oklahoma City Thunder in a thrilling comeback victory.
CJ McCollum led the Pelicans with 29 points, 11 rebounds, and five assists, making 10 of 17 field-goal attempts and 5 of 8 3-point attempts.
The Pelicans achieved this victory despite the absence of their leading scorer Brandon Ingram, who missed his second consecutive game due to a knee injury.
New Orleans outscored the Thunder 67-55 in the second half and maintained a strong defensive strategy throughout the game, according to coach Willie Green.
In the aftermath of their victory, the Pelicans are set to play against the Detroit Pistons in their next match.