New Orleans Pelicans Clash with Phoenix Suns at Smoothie King Center

As the New Orleans Pelicans prepare to host the Phoenix Suns at the Smoothie King Center, fans can anticipate an electrifying NBA matchup. The Pelicans have shown a mixed bag of results in their recent outings, and this game presents an opportunity to solidify their standing.

In their last three games, the Pelicans have experienced both highs and lows. They secured a dominant win against the Cavaliers with a score of 123-104, showcasing their offensive prowess by leading for over 45 minutes and shooting an impressive 55 percent from the field. This victory was fueled by a strong bench performance contributing 40 points and an efficient fast break attack that added another 24 points.

However, consistency has been elusive as they suffered narrow defeats in their other two recent games. Against the Rockets, they fell short by just two points (106-104), despite out-rebounding them and scoring more points in the paint. A similar fate awaited them against the Grizzlies where they lost by only two points again (115-113). In both losses, turnovers proved costly for New Orleans; they gave up significant points off turnovers which ultimately tipped the scales against them.

The upcoming game will be played on home turf where crowd support could provide an extra boost for New Orleans. The team will need to tighten up defensively while maintaining its offensive efficiency to overcome a formidable Suns squad.

Fans can expect to see whether New Orleans can leverage its high-scoring paint presence and rebounding strength while addressing turnover issues that have plagued recent performances. With key players stepping up from both starters and bench units alike, this game promises to be a test of resilience for the home team.

The action unfolds on January 20th at Smoothie King Center in New Orleans at 7:00 PM local time (01:00 AM UTC). Fans eager not to miss any of this thrilling encounter can tune into BSNO network channel 676-4 or follow along with AZFamily's coverage if cheering from afar.