NEW DELHI: The
New Orleans Pelicans
dominated the
Golden State Warriors
with a convincing 141-105 victory on Wednesday night.
Jonas Valanciunas
played a crucial role in the Pelicans' success, contributing 21 points, nine rebounds, and two steals.
Zion Williamson
, who started despite being questionable due to a bruised right quadriceps, added 19 points, seven assists, and five rebounds.
Stephen Curry, coming off a challenging game in which he shot 2 for 14, had 15 points and six assists for the Warriors. The Warriors faced a significant deficit early in the game, falling behind by 25 points midway through the second quarter. Although they narrowed the gap to 73-60 at halftime, the Pelicans consistently responded whenever the Warriors threatened a comeback.
The Pelicans' impressive performance marked their sixth win in seven games, showcasing their strong form. Moses Moody came off the bench to score 21 points for the Warriors, while Klay Thompson contributed 13 points. The return of
Draymond Green
, who is serving a 12-game league suspension, is eagerly anticipated to provide a boost to the 2022 champions.
New Orleans set the tone early in the game, making six of its first eight shots to establish a 17-6 lead. The Pelicans ended the first quarter with a commanding 46-27 advantage, thanks to nine 3-pointers. The Warriors struggled to mount a comeback throughout the game, leading to a disappointing home loss.
The Pelicans' next game will be on the road against the
Denver Nuggets
on Friday night, while the Warriors will begin a four-game trip with a matchup against the Chicago Bulls on Friday night.
(With AP inputs)
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