New Orleans Pelicans pulled off the upset to defeat Dallas Mavericks. New Orleans Pelicans entered the game as the underdog, with a 35% chance to win before the game started.
New Orleans Pelicans seized control early, taking their first lead toward the beginning of the game. Dallas Mavericks did not go quietly, recapturing the lead for themselves, until New Orleans Pelicans regained control for good during the middle stretches of the game.