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New Orleans Pelicans Set to Battle Utah Jazz at Delta Center

As the New Orleans Pelicans prepare to face off against the Utah Jazz at the Delta Center, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their recent success on the court. The Pelicans have been showing a strong performance in their past games, with a notable victory over the Sacramento Kings where they dominated with a score of 129-93. This win was marked by an impressive offensive rating of 125 and defensive points per possession standing at just 0.9, highlighting both ends of their game.


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The team's efficiency has been on display, especially in terms of ball movement and scoring inside the paint. In their last three games, they've averaged an assist-turnover ratio above 2, which is indicative of smart playmaking and careful handling of the ball. Their points in paint have also been significant; for instance, they scored 62 against Sacramento Kings and maintained a field goal percentage above 50 in recent matchups.


Defensively, New Orleans has shown some resilience as well. They held opponents to around one point per possession in two out of three recent games – a metric that suggests they're making it tough for teams to score efficiently against them.


However, playing away from home could present its challenges as they head into Salt Lake City's high-altitude environment – a factor that historically affects visiting teams' stamina and shooting accuracy due to thinner air.


The upcoming game is scheduled for November 26th at Delta Center in Salt Lake City. Fans can catch all the action live on BSNO network channel 676-4 or follow along with updates from KJZZ for local coverage starting at 02:30 AM UTC.

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