The host New Orleans Pelicans defeated the Boston Celtics, 106 - 105, at Smoothie King Center on Monday. While there were only eight ties and six lead changes, this game came down to the final seconds. The key for New Orleans was their defense, as they held Boston to 40 percent from the field and 29 percent from three - point range. Rim protection killed Boston as well, as they failed to record a block in their loss. The assist - to - turnover ratio kept the Celtics hanging around, as they committed 12 turnovers to 19 assists, while the Pelicans committed 17 turnovers to their 16 assists. The Celtics (5 - 5) continue to struggle without Al Horford (concussion) and Jae Crowder (ankle) and this was easily their worst loss of the season. Isaiah Thomas did his best to carry Boston to a win though, tallying 37 points, three rebounds and seven assists. Avery Bradley continued his surprising rebounding rate, as he totaled 19 points and 10 rebounds in the loss. Marcus Smart was the only other Boston player in double figures, amassing 15 points, six rebounds, three assists and four steals. Boston will look to rebound on Wednesday, when they host the Dallas Mavericks for their next game. The Pelicans (2 - 9) got a much needed win here, but it was far from easy. Anthony Davis once again led the team, as he accumulated 25 points, 16 rebounds and four steals in the win. Tim Frazier was the only other starter in double figures, totaling 10 points, three rebounds and six assists. Langston Galloway and Terrence Jones were both huge off the bench. Galloway finished with 21 points, while Jones double - doubled with a 15 - point, 10 - rebound performance. On deck for the Pelicans is a road matchup against the Orlando Magic on Wednesday.
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