Pelicans Fly to Los Angeles for Showdown with Clippers at Crypto.com Arena

As the New Orleans Pelicans prepare to take on the LA Clippers at the Crypto.com Arena, fans can anticipate a thrilling encounter. The Pelicans have been showcasing a strong performance trend, with their recent victory over the Sacramento Kings by a score of 117-112. This win brought their record to eight wins and seven losses, indicating a team that is finding its rhythm as they hover around the .500 mark.

The Pelicans' offense has been firing on all cylinders, with an impressive offensive rating of 116.7 points per 100 possessions in their last game against the Kings. They've also demonstrated an ability to dominate inside, scoring 62 points in the paint and securing a significant rebounding advantage with 58 total rebounds – including 13 offensive boards leading to second-chance opportunities.

Defensively, New Orleans has shown some resilience but still has room for improvement. With a defensive rating of just over 108 points per 100 possessions in their latest outing, they will need to tighten up against a Clippers team known for its dynamic offense.

In terms of trends, it's worth noting that in two out of three recent games played at home at Smoothie King Center, New Orleans emerged victorious with scores reflecting high offensive output (129-93 against Sacramento and narrowly losing 121-120 against Minnesota). Their ability to maintain this level of play on the road will be crucial as they face off against LA.

The upcoming game promises excitement as both teams vie for dominance early in the season. Fans can expect an energetic contest where control of the paint and rebounding could very well dictate who comes out on top.

Be sure not to miss this matchup scheduled for November 25th at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The game kicks off at 3:30 AM UTC (November 24th local time), and fans can catch all the action live on BSSC channel number 693 or BSNO channel number 676-4 depending on your location.