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 came back down 25 points and defeated the Jazz, and it was CJ McCollum who made franchise history during the win.

CJ McCollum scored six of his 45 points in overtime and the New Orleans Pelicans orchestrated the largest comeback in franchise history, overcoming a 25-point deficit to beat Utah Jazz 123-119.

Jazz seize 25-point lead in first half, but #Pelicans rally to force overtime and prevail 123-119, the largest comeback in franchise history. CJ McCollum 45 pts to pace New

The New Orleans Pelicans and Philadelphia 76ers have had promising seasons derailed by multiple injuries to stars. On Friday night, CJ McCollum boosted the Pelicans and his trade value. McCollum scored 38 points and shot 13-of-24 as the shorthanded Pelicans beat the Sixers 123-115.

And the New Orleans Pelicans pulled off the largest comeback in franchise history. As injury-ridden, star-crossed and generally miserable as much of their season has been, the Pelicans don't seem inclined to give up.