Even with the Pelicans' quick start, Zion Williamson went into early foul trouble after picking up three fouls in the first quarter. The former No. 1 overall pick didn't let that deter him from dominating in the second half,

Zion Williamson returned after serving a one-game suspension for violating team policies. Williamson scored 16 points but also recorded seven rebounds and five steals in his return. His activity on the defensive end allowed New Orleans easy transition buckets to keep them within striking distance much of the game.

The New Orleans Pelicans are gratified by a franchise-record comeback victory that shows they're not giving in to the misfortune that defined the first two months of their season.

The Pelicans trailed by 25 points before rallying, mostly behind McCollum, to win their fourth straight and seventh in the last 10. It's been an incredible midseason turnaround for New Orleans, which has gone 12-32 while battling through a rash of key injuries and illnesses.

The New Orleans Pelicans ended their road trip with a 119-113 victory over the Chicago Bulls. Trey Murphy III led all scorers with 32 points on a perfect 12/12

McCollum has shouldered more of the scoring load in games the Pelicans have been without Zion Williamson. He is averaging 30.6 points in January in the seven games Williamson has missed. McCollum is averaging just 13 points in the four games Williamson also played.

Tulane not only competed for another AAC championship, but they were ranked within the AP and Coaches Poll Top 25 before the College Football Playoff rankings also put a number next to their name until they lost to Memphis in the regular season finale.

Eddie Collins, Wee Willie Keeler and George Sisler are elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. 1956 — Bob Pettit of the St. Louis Hawks captures the first of his NBA record four

His older brothers were all New York Giants fans growing up, but Kevin Bennett loved watching Packers greats Jerry Kramer and Fuzzy Thurston.

Buckley's football journey is exceptional, having won the Jim Thorpe Award for being the nation's top defensive back. After college, Buckley enjoyed a 14-year NFL career. He recorded 50 interceptions and won a Super Bowl XXXVI with the New England Patriots.

The Kansas City Chiefs upset the Minnesota Vikings 23-7 in Super Bowl IV at Tulane stadium in Super Bowl IV, which was historic for myriad reasons in New Orleans.

The Milwaukee Bucks have put a slow start behind them and are playing some of their best basketball of the season. They'll face another team that is playing better of late when they visit the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday night.