Green lauds McCollum’s leadership, effort, and consistency

CJ McCollum has been a standout performer in an otherwise difficult season for the New Orleans Pelicans. On Thursday, he scored 43 points to lead the team to an overtime victory against the Sacramento Kings, snapping a 10-game losing streak.

This was McCollum’s third 40-plus point game since the start of the New Year, showcasing his scoring prowess and leadership. Amid injuries to key players like Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram, McCollum has been a consistent offensive force, keeping the Pelicans competitive in the Western Conference playoff race.

“CJ is incredible,” Pelicans coach Willie Green told Rod Walker of NOLA.com. “He’s one of our guys that’s literally holding things together in the locker room with these young guys. He’s been through so much throughout the course of his career. He’s a staple for us. We see it week in and week out that he comes out and gives it everything he has every night.”