New Orleans Pelicans won the game, which was expected. New Orleans Pelicans entered the game as the favorite, with a 68% chance to win before the game started.
Minnesota Timberwolves made it a game early, taking their largest lead toward the beginning of the game, when they had a 72% chance of winning. But New Orleans Pelicans responded, regaining the lead and maintaining control for the duration of the game.