🏀 Talk about heating up the West! The New Orleans Pelicans 🔥 clinched a thrilling 114-109 victory over the Golden State Warriors at the Chase Center in San Francisco this Friday. With just one game left in the regular season, the Pelicans have swooped into the sixth spot in the Western Conference, making the playoff race more electrifying than ever! 🚀
Both squads were coming off back-to-back games, and it showed. The Pelicans, after dropping a whopping 135 points against the Sacramento Kings with a sizzling 57% shooting, seemed to hit a cold spell ❄️ in the first quarter. They struggled with their jumpers, sinking only 2 out of 14 shots and just 1 of 8 from beyond the arc. Ouch! 😬 That translated to a mere 17 points in the opening period.
Meanwhile, the Warriors weren't exactly on fire either 🔥, but they capitalized on quick transitions and early offense to snag some easy buckets. Their hustle paid off as they grabbed a nine-point lead heading into the second quarter. It was clear that both teams were feeling the grind, but the Warriors managed to edge ahead by keeping the tempo up and seizing opportunities.
As the game unfolded, the Pelicans shook off their sluggish start and rallied back, showcasing why they're a force to be reckoned with in the West. With playoff positions on the line and every game counting, this win could be the catalyst that propels them deeper into the postseason frenzy! 🌟
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NBA highlights on April 12: Pelicans lead in race for West's No. 6
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