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Pelicans Set to Soar Against Kings in Upcoming Golden 1 Center Showdown

As the New Orleans Pelicans prepare to face off against the Sacramento Kings at the Golden 1 Center, fans are buzzing with anticipation. The Pelicans, coming off a recent loss to the Clippers with a score of 95-111 on January 6th, have shown resilience and potential that could turn the tides in their upcoming game.


SACRAMENTO, CA - DECEMBER 4: CJ McCollum #3 of the New Orleans Pelicans shoots a three point basket against the Sacramento Kings during the quarter finals of the In-Season Tournament on December 4, 2023 at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California. 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 Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images)

Despite their defeat, where they led for just over 11 minutes and had a largest lead of only 8 points, NOP demonstrated tenacity. They managed to draw more fouls than LAC and capitalized on those opportunities by scoring 18 points off turnovers. Their three-point shooting was respectable at 41 percent but was overshadowed by their lackluster two-point field goal percentage of just 33 percent.


However, it's important not to overlook NOP's performance against the Timberwolves on January 4th. In that game, they emerged victorious with an impressive scoreline of 117-106. Dominating for nearly three-quarters of the game time and boasting a biggest lead of an astounding 24 points showcases their offensive prowess when they hit their stride.


NOP's bench depth played a crucial role as well; contributing significantly with bench points totaling at least one-third of overall team points in both games mentioned. This depth could be crucial against SAC who will be looking to leverage home advantage.


The Sacramento Kings should not be underestimated though. As hosts, they will look to capitalize on any signs of weakness from NOP's side. However, if NOP can replicate or even improve upon their performance from January 4th rather than January 6th — particularly by enhancing their two-point field goal percentage — there is every reason for optimism among Pelican fans.


Looking ahead to January 7th at Golden One Center set for tip-off at precisely five o'clock post meridian Central Time (CT), supporters eager for action can tune into NBCS-CA channel number six hundred ninety-eight or BSNO channel six hundred seventy-six dash four depending on your locale for what promises to be an enthralling encounter between these two competitive teams.

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