So, this game? It finally broke the Pelicans’ losing streak with a 128-107 win over the Wizards at Capital One Arena. And boy, did this crew put on a show. Trey Murphy III kicked things off with a cool 35 points — hitting from all over, especially beyond the arc where he nailed 7 threes. That’s the sixth time this season he’s gone over 30 points. Definitely not just luck at play here.
Then you have Zion Williamson, who just bulldozed his way to 31 points on 12-of-14 shooting. This guy was unstoppable, drawing fouls and muscling through Washington’s defense like it was paper. It was clear the Wizards had no answers for him inside, as the Pelicans dominated the paint 68 to 46.
But wait, there’s more — rookie Derik Queen elevated the whole night with a triple-double, racking up 14 points, 16 rebounds, and 12 assists. The guy was everywhere, making plays and setting up teammates with precision. Queen’s playmaking, along with Jeremiah Fears dropping 21 points after a rough first half, showed some real chemistry budding for this young Pelicans squad.
The Wizards struggled mightily, with turnovers piling up and defense unable to handle the Pelicans’ varied attack. Washington’s Trae Young, a fresh trade acquisition, sat out this game with injuries but still got a warm D.C. welcome. Meanwhile, Pelicans shot a blistering 53.1% from the field and controlled the boards with 64 rebounds to Washington’s 50.
Yeah, this wasn’t just a win — it was a statement from these Pelicans. They broke their bad streak, flexed their offensive firepower, and gave fans a reason to smile. The future might still be murky, but for one night, Trey Murphy, Zion Williamson, and Derik Queen were the stars making things happen. Next stop: building on this at Orlando. Stay tuned!
