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Clippers Sail Past Pelicans 111-95 at Smoothie King Center

In a hard-fought battle at the Smoothie King Center, the Los Angeles Clippers emerged victorious over the New Orleans Pelicans with a final score of 111-95. The Clippers improved their record to 34-16, while the Pelicans now stand at 30-21.


NEW ORLEANS, LA - APRIL 12: CJ McCollum #3 of the New Orleans Pelicans drives to the basket against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the 2023 Play-In Tournament on April 12, 2023 at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, Louisiana. 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 Layne Murdoch Jr./NBAE via Getty Images)

The home crowd witnessed an intense game where both teams started evenly, each putting up 26 points in the first quarter. However, as play progressed, the Clippers began to pull away. They showcased their offensive might by scoring consistently across all quarters and securing a substantial lead that peaked at 31 points. The visiting team's efficiency was evident with an overall field goal percentage of 49 percent and a three-point shooting rate of 42 percent.


The New Orleans Pelicans fought valiantly but struggled to keep pace with their opponents' scoring barrage. Despite outstealing the Clippers with nine steals and drawing more fouls for a total of eighteen free throw attempts, they were unable to capitalize fully on these opportunities. Their shooting from beyond the arc was respectable at 41 percent; however, it was their two-point attempts that faltered significantly with only a third finding its mark.


Key players for the Pelicans contributed notable performances in an attempt to rally back into contention. Their bench matched that of the Clippers', both contributing 37 points each to their respective teams' totals. Rebounding efforts were strong from both sides as well – New Orleans grabbed a total of fifty-four rebounds throughout the game.


As time wound down in front of an attendance figure reaching over eighteen thousand fans, it became clear that despite moments where they led or tied – including leading for over eleven minutes – it wasn't enough for victory on this occasion.


Looking ahead after this tough loss, fans can catch The New Orleans Pelicans as they travel to face off against Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center on January seventh next year. This matchup will be broadcasted live on NBCS-CA channel six hundred ninety-eight and BSNO channel six hundred seventy-six dash four starting from three o'clock post meridian Pacific Time.

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