One of the lone bright defensive spots of the night came from two-way player Oscar Tshiebwe, who was by far the Jazz’s best defender against Williamson and was clawing to help on every possession, despite his lack of time spent with the Jazz and his shortcomings when it comes to understanding everything the team does schematically.
Star Pelicans forward Zion Williamson is enjoying playing alongside Kelly Olynyk, who they aquired at the trade deadline.
Kelly Olynyk scored a season-high 26 points and had nine rebounds and the New Orleans Pelicans used a 15-0 fourth-quarter run to defeat the Utah Jazz 128-121 on Sunday night. CJ McCollum added 25 points and eight assists,
Zion Williamson had 22 points and nine rebounds and the New Orleans Pelicans overcame a 17-point deficit to beat the San Antonio Spurs 114-96 on Sunday night to open a two-game set. The teams will meet again in New Orleans on Tuesday night. Kelly Olynyk ...
New Orleans Pelicans forward Kelly Olynyk (13) reacts to a call in the first half ... is defended by New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) in the first half of an NBA basketball game in New Orleans, Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025.
Kelly Olynyk amassed 26 points (10-of-14 FGs, 3-of-5 FTs), nine rebounds, four assists, one steal and three three-pointers in 26 minutes in Sunday’s win over the Jazz. Did the Pelicans view Olynyk as an excellent fit next to Zion Williamson and Yves ...