CJ McCollum led the New Orleans Pelicans with 25 points as they defeated the Washington Wizards 110-98, marking their second consecutive victory. This win comes after a previous triumph where McCollum scored 50 points against the same team. Dejounte Murray contributed significantly with a triple-double, recording 14 points, 12 assists, and 10 rebounds.

The Pelicans, now standing at 7-29, managed to sweep the home-and-home series against the Wizards, who are at 6-27. This result is particularly significant as it allows New Orleans to move past Washington in the standings, ending an 11-game losing streak with these two victories.

While Kyle Kuzma led the Wizards with 28 points, the team was hindered by the absences of Jordan Poole and Bilal Coulibaly. The Pelicans were also missing key players, including Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram. This game showcased the Pelicans' ability to adapt, winning in both high-scoring and defensive styles against the Wizards.