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Cavaliers Set to Duel with Pelicans at Smoothie King Center

As the Cleveland Cavaliers prepare to face off against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their impressive run. The Cavaliers have been showcasing a strong performance in recent games, with a record of 39 wins and 20 losses. Their latest victory against the Detroit Pistons by a score of 110-100 highlighted their ability to maintain a lead, as they dominated for nearly 47 minutes and boasted a significant advantage with a biggest lead of 26 points.


CLEVELAND, OH - DECEMBER 21: CJ McCollum #3 of the New Orleans Pelicans handles the ball during the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers on December 21, 2023 at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by  Lauren Leigh Bacho/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Cavaliers' statistical trends show an effective field goal percentage of 51 percent and an impressive free throw percentage of 87 percent in their last game. They also demonstrated strength on defense with six blocks and seven steals while maintaining an efficiency game score of almost 90. However, turnovers have been an area for improvement as they recorded sixteen in that match.


In terms of scoring distribution, the Cavs have shown consistency across quarters but tend to dip slightly in the fourth quarter based on past performances. Their bench has contributed significantly as well, adding twenty-four points in their latest outing.


CLEVELAND, OH - DECEMBER 21: Naji Marshall #8 of the New Orleans Pelicans drives to the basket during the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers on December 21, 2023 at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by  Lauren Leigh Bacho/NBAE via Getty Images)

The upcoming game is set against a backdrop where venue plays its part—traveling away from home always adds another layer of challenge. The Smoothie King Center will be buzzing with energy from Pelicans fans, which could influence momentum swings during the game.


Fans can catch this exciting matchup scheduled for March 13th at 8:00 PM Eastern Time on Bally Sports New Orleans (BSNO) or Bally Sports Ohio (BSOH). With both teams looking to assert dominance early on, it's bound to be an electrifying encounter that you won't want to miss!


CLEVELAND, OH - December 21: Sam Merrill #5 of the Cleveland Cavaliers dribbles the ball during the game against the New Orleans Pelicans on December 21, 2023 at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by David Liam Kyle/NBAE via Getty Images)
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