Wolves-Pelicans game recap

January 2, 2014 at 5:34AM

GAME RECAP

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Ricky Rubio, Wolves

The point guard with the shaky jump shot found a lot of ways to help, scoring 14 points with nine assists, eight rebounds and three steals. And about that jump shot: He went 4-for-6 from the field, 5-for-6 from the line and made his only three-point shot.

By the NUMBERS

30 The Wolves' lead in the third quarter.

18 Turnovers by the Pelicans.

35 Free throws shot by the Wolves. The Pelicans shot 22.

55.7 The Wolves' shooting percentage.

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