The New Orleans Pelicans would continue their wining ways tonight, by beating their fellow Western Conference playoff hopeful Minnesota Timberwolves.
Last night’s win is just another statement from this New Orleans Pelicans squad.
Do not give up just yet.
The Pels had their most impressive win of the season Friday, when they beat the Houston Rockets. Following that win was the Minnesota Timberwolves and fellow unicorn Karl -Anthony Towns.
The T-Wolves are jockeying with New Orleans for ping-pong balls and an 8th seed in the NBA Playoffs. With both teams fighting for position in the West, it made for an exciting contest.
As far as the actual game went, it started off fast…very fast.
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New Orleans struggled to keep up with Minnesota’s tempo. What resulted was a foray of uncontested dunks by Karl-Anthony Towns. That was not all of it, though. New Orleans continually got beaten by backdoor cuts early on, resulting in a six point lead to end the quarter. However, New Orleans would find a way to turn it around.
The 3rd quarter is where the Pelicans hit their groove offensively. They were led by Jrue Holiday‘s 14 third quarter points. Once New Orleans got the lead in the second half, they would not relinquish it.
The Pelicans’ defense tightened up severely in the second half, while their role players got it going. What resulted was another game in which the Pelicans score 120+. It is amazing what this team can produce, when the stars get a little help.
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The New Orleans Pelicans will stay at home once again Tuesday night, as they host the Memphis Grizzlies. Tip-off is on schedule for 7:00 p.m. CST.