CJ McCollum of the New Orleans Pelicans scored 23 points and provided 8 assists in their game against the Dallas Mavericks on January 29, 2025. He exceeded his projected points by three and led the game in assists. McCollum played a total of 35 minutes, surpassing his expected playtime by two minutes.
In this close contest, the Pelicans lost to the Mavericks with a final score of 137-136. Despite the loss, McCollum’s performance was notable as he reached several milestones. His contribution included making three out of seven three-point attempts and achieving a shooting percentage of 42.9% overall.
McCollum’s efforts were crucial for the Pelicans as he led his team in assists during this matchup. The team’s field goal percentage stood at an impressive 53.7%, but it wasn’t enough to secure a win against Dallas. Zion Williamson also contributed significantly with 29 points and seven assists.
