Pelicans Hold Off Mavericks 101-97 in Dallas

Pelicans Secure Road Win

The New Orleans Pelicans defeated the Dallas Mavericks 101-97 on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at American Airlines Center in Dallas. The victory improved the Pelicans' record to 2-1, while the Mavericks fell to 1-2 on the season.

Game Flow and Scoring

New Orleans established an early advantage, taking a 24-18 lead after the first quarter. The visiting team extended their margin in the second period, outscoring Dallas 32-27 to take a 56-45 advantage into halftime.

The Mavericks attempted to chip away at the deficit in the third quarter, but New Orleans maintained control with a 19-18 quarter. The Pelicans entered the final period leading 75-63. Dallas mounted a significant comeback attempt in the fourth quarter, outscoring New Orleans 34-26 in the frame. Despite the surge, the Pelicans held on for the four-point victory.

Key Performers

Jeremiah Fears led the Pelicans with 16 points and added five assists. Derik Queen controlled the glass for New Orleans, grabbing 11 rebounds.

For Dallas, Tobi Lawal scored 16 points. Sergio de Larrea distributed the ball effectively with six assists, while P.J. Washington contributed seven rebounds.

Final Details

The game was played before a crowd of 17,140 spectators. The final score stood at 101-97 in favor of New Orleans.

Sources

ESPN