The New Orleans Pelicans fought back from a 17-point fourth-quarter deficit but fell to the Houston Rockets 130-128 in a preseason game.
Eight New Orleans players scored in double figures. Rookie Jeremiah Fears led the Pelicans with 20 points in 22 minutes.
Bryce McGowens tied the game at 128-128 with 21.9 seconds left, but Aaron Holiday hit a 12-foot floater for the win.
Author's summary: Rockets edge Pelicans 130-128 in preseason.