CJ McCollum led the New Orleans Pelicans to a win against the Utah Jazz on Monday, scoring 45 points. He shot 18-of-31 from the field and added eight rebounds and three blocks in his 43 minutes on the court. The Pelicans won the game with a score of 123-119.
What It Means
McCollum’s 45-point performance against the Jazz was a standout showing, as he exceeded his scoring projection by 25 points. This season, he is averaging 21.6 points per game, leading his team in scoring. In terms of three-point shooting, McCollum is making an average of 3.1 threes per game at a rate of 37.2%. He has finished in the top five among point guards in scoring in nearly half of his games this season (45.16%). Additionally, McCollum has been a key player for the Pelicans, as they average over ten more points per game when he plays compared to when he does not.
