In an electrifying matchup on April 12, the New Orleans Pelicans secured a narrow 114-109 victory over the Golden State Warriors at the Chase Center in San Francisco. This win positions the Pelicans in sixth place within the Western Conference, with just one regular-season game remaining.
Both teams were playing back-to-back games, which seemed to take a toll on their shooting performances early on. The Pelicans struggled in the first quarter, missing 12 of their 14 jumpers, including seven out of eight three-point attempts, limiting them to only 17 points. This was a sharp decline from their previous game where they scored 135 points with a 57% field goal percentage against the Sacramento Kings.
Despite their own shooting woes, the Warriors managed to capitalize on early offensive opportunities, securing a nine-point lead by the end of the first quarter. However, the Pelicans remained resilient, adjusting their strategy and improving their shooting in the subsequent quarters to overturn the deficit and claim the win.
This victory not only boosts the Pelicans' standings but also adds an exciting finale to their regular season, setting the stage for potential playoff implications.
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NBA highlights on April 12: Pelicans lead in race for West's No. 6
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