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Warriors Outshine Pelicans with Third Quarter Surge at Chase Center

The Golden State Warriors improved their record to 11-10 after a decisive victory over the New Orleans Pelicans, who now stand at 3-17. The game concluded with a score of 104-96 in favor of the Warriors, showcasing their resilience and strategic prowess on home turf.


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First Quarter


The opening quarter saw both teams struggling to find their rhythm. The Pelicans managed to edge ahead slightly with an 18-point effort, while the Warriors trailed closely behind with 17 points. Despite this narrow margin, it was clear that both teams were still warming up for what promised to be an intense matchup.


Second Quarter


As the second quarter unfolded, the Dubs began to find their footing. They outscored the Pels by five points, bringing in a total of 25 compared to New Orleans' 20. This shift was largely attributed to Jimmy Butler III's impressive performance as he contributed significantly on both ends of the court.


Third Quarter


The third quarter marked a pivotal moment in this Golden State Warriors vs New Orleans Pelicans turning point encounter. The Warriors unleashed an offensive surge that saw them rack up an impressive 31 points against the Pelicans' best quarter performance of 34 points. Gary Payton II played a crucial role during this period, adding valuable rebounds and assists that helped maintain momentum for his team.


Fourth Quarter


In the final stretch of play, Golden State maintained its dominance by matching its third-quarter output with another solid performance scoring another set of 31 points while holding New Orleans to just 24. Brandin Podziemski's defensive efforts were instrumental during these closing moments as he effectively disrupted several key plays from his opponents.


With this victory secured at Chase Center before an enthusiastic crowd of fans numbering over eighteen thousand strong (18,064), attention now turns towards future challenges awaiting them back home once more when they face off against Oklahoma City Thunder next week - December second (12/2) precisely scheduled for eleven PM Eastern Daylight Time (11:00 PM EDT). Fans can catch all action live via NBC/Peacock broadcast network coverage available nationwide!


For those eager not only relive highlights but also gain deeper insights into how events unfolded throughout each stage within our comprehensive post-game report Golden State Warriors analysis section; don't miss exclusive interviews featuring players sharing thoughts directly following conclusion too! Share your excitement about these thrilling developments across social media platforms today!

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