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The New Orleans Pelicans defeated the Utah Jazz 115–105 on February 28 at Delta Center, with Shai Bey leading New Orleans with 24 points and Brandon McGowens adding 18 in a balanced offensive attack. The Pelicans shot 45.9 percent from the field and made 15 three-pointers, while out-rebounding Utah 58–40 and dishing out 32 assists to control pace and spacing. Utah's Isaac Collier and Keldon George scored 21 and 17 points respectively, but the Jazz managed only 34.4 percent shooting and just 12 made threes, posting a concerning 109.8 defensive rating. New Orleans' second quarter proved decisive—the Pelicans erupted for 38 points in the frame to establish early separation—and maintained their edge despite 19 turnovers. The game fell short of the Vegas total of 244.5, suggesting defensive intensity from the Pelicans' end. Utah's offensive struggles and rebounding disadvantage underscore mounting concerns as the team looks to stabilize its playoff positioning.
