McCollum entered the record books, hitting a 3-pointer at the final buzzer to break the franchise record for 3-pointers made. It was the 629th 3-pointer since McCollum arrived in New Orleans three years ago. He passed Jrue Holiday, who made 628 in his seven seasons in New Orleans.

The frustration is boiling over for the New Orleans Pelicans during their current 12-34 record on the season. It culminated during the fourth quarter when Pelicans head coach Willie Green picked up two technical fouls after arguing a non-foul call on Zion Williamson.

The Pelicans fell to the Hornets in blow out fashion on Saturday night, but Zion Williamson was happy to return to action.

Riding a four-game win streak, the Memphis Grizzlies head into a matchup on Friday against the New Orleans Pelicans, who have also won four straight. Even with their active win streak, the Pelicans are just 12-32 on the season, mainly due to getting hit with a massive injury bug.

Star Pelicans power forward Zion Williamson received advice from his college coach, Mike Krzyzewski, on dealing with injuries.

The New Orleans Pelicans return to action on Friday after having their Wednesday game against the Milwaukee Bucks postponed due to a severe snowstorm that hit t