Pelicans Dominate Hawks with Commanding 116-103 Victory, Clinch 39-25 Season Record
In a display of offensive firepower, the New Orleans Pelicans secured a decisive victory over the Atlanta Hawks with a final score of 116-103. The triumph at State Farm Arena bolstered the Pelicans' season record to an impressive 39-25, while the Hawks fell further behind with a record of 29-35.
The Pelicans took control early on and maintained their dominance throughout the game. They led for over three-quarters of playtime and achieved their largest lead of 22 points, leaving little room for the Hawks to claw back into contention. The home team managed only a brief advantage early in the game, leading by just four points before succumbing to the Pelicans' relentless attack.
New Orleans showcased remarkable efficiency on offense, converting an outstanding 57 percent from field goal range and an even more impressive 52 percent from beyond the arc. Their scoring was well-distributed among players, with bench contributions accounting for nearly half their total points at 51. This depth proved too much for Atlanta's defense to handle.
The defensive effort by New Orleans was equally notable; they amassed seven blocks and eight steals over four quarters. Their defensive prowess limited Atlanta's scoring opportunities and contributed significantly to their plus-minus rating of +13 on court presence.
On top of that, New Orleans excelled in ball movement as evidenced by their tallying up an impressive total of 32 assists compared to only twelve turnovers—an assists-to-turnover ratio that speaks volumes about their cohesive playmaking abilities.
Inside scoring was another area where New Orleans shined brightly; they racked up a dominant total of 56 points in paint outperforming Atlanta who managed only 38 points in this crucial aspect of inside basketball play.
Looking ahead after this commanding performance against Atlanta Hawks, fans can anticipate seeing more action-packed basketball when New Orleans Pelicans host Cleveland Cavaliers at Smoothie King Center on March 13th at 8:00 PM local time. This upcoming game will be available for viewing pleasure on BSNO as well as BSOH networks ensuring fans won't miss any live action from home or away.