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Did Warriors' Fourth Quarter Comeback Fall Short Against Pelicans at Smoothie King Center?

The Golden State Warriors faced off against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center, ending with a 113-109 scoreline in favor of the home team. This result brought the Warriors to a record of 30-28, while the Pelicans improved their standing to 17-42.


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First Quarter


The game began with a strong start from the Pelicans, who took an early lead by scoring 31 points compared to the Warriors' 19. The Pels capitalized on their fast break opportunities and showcased efficient shooting from inside the paint.


Second Quarter


In response, Golden State tightened their defense in the second quarter, limiting New Orleans to just 15 points. Despite this defensive effort, they only managed to add another 20 points themselves. Draymond Green's presence was felt as he contributed with rebounds and assists during this period.


Third Quarter


The third quarter saw both teams trading baskets evenly. The Dubs scored an impressive 33 points thanks in part to Moses Moody's sharp shooting and Gui Santos' contributions on both ends of the court. However, New Orleans matched them point for point with another solid performance.


Fourth Quarter


Golden State mounted a spirited comeback attempt in the final quarter by scoring a remarkable 37 points. Stephen Curry led this charge with his three-point prowess but ultimately fell short as New Orleans held firm under pressure and closed out with a narrow victory.


As fans digest these Golden State Warriors post-match stats, they can look forward to seeing how their team performs next against Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum on February 25th at 7:30 PM EST. Tune into NBCS-BA or FDSSE for live coverage of what promises to be another exciting matchup.


For more insights and post-game thoughts Golden State Warriors fans are encouraged to check out player interviews and analyses following each game day action! Share your thoughts about this article!

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