Pelicans defeat Suns 81-75 for second straight Summer League win
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - The Pelicans led from start to finish to secure their second consecutive win in Summer League play, defeating the Phoenix Suns 81-75.
Former Ole Miss star Malik Dia led the way, finishing with 18 points, 8 rebounds, two steals and two blocks. Former St. Aug standout Jaron Pierre Jr., who was celebrating his birthday as well, put up 16 points in the win. Fellow New Orleans native and Carver alum Solomon Washington made his Summer League debut with the Pelicans in the second quarter. He finished with three rebounds and two assists in nine minutes of play.
The Pelicans are back in action on Wednesday, when they’ll face the Cleveland Cavaliers at 4:30 p.m. live on the Gulf Coast Sports and Entertainment Network.
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