Karlo Matković scores 18 points in Pelicans loss to Timberwolves

Karlo Matković recorded 18 points, three rebounds, and one assist in a 115-109 loss for the New Orleans Pelicans against the Minnesota Timberwolves during an NBA Cup game. Matković had a strong start, scoring 16 points in the first quarter to help the Pelicans take an early 30-27 lead.

Despite a late lead for New Orleans led by Dejounte Murray, a 10-2 run by the Timberwolves, sparked by LaMelo Ball, allowed Minnesota to secure the victory. Ayo Dosunmu led the Timberwolves with 26 points, while Jeremiah Fears scored 24 for the Pelicans. This loss brings the Pelicans to a 0-1 record in the NBA Cup.

In other NBA Cup action, the Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 119-95. Croatian player Mario Hezonja contributed a double-double for the Cavaliers, finishing with 15 points and 10 rebounds.