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Pelicans Outshine Kings in High-Scoring Affair at Golden 1 Center

The New Orleans Pelicans, with a record of 48-32, soared past the Sacramento Kings, who now stand at 45-35, in a game that ended with a score of 135-123. The Pelicans demonstrated their offensive might throughout the match, leading to an impressive victory on the road.


SACRAMENTO, CA - APRIL 11: Domantas Sabonis #10 of the Sacramento Kings dribbles the ball during the game against the New Orleans Pelicans on April 11, 2024 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 2024 NBAE (Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images)

At Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, the New Orleans Pelicans put on an offensive clinic against the home team. The Pelicans' scoring was consistent across all four quarters with tallies of 34, 30, 34 and finally capping off with an explosive final quarter of 37 points. Their shooting was nothing short of remarkable; they achieved a field goal percentage of 57 and were even more lethal from beyond the arc where they shot an outstanding three-point percentage of 55.


The team's efficiency rating stood at a notable high as they racked up an efficiency game score of over one hundred. This was complemented by their ability to share the ball effectively which resulted in them amassing a total of thirty-five assists over the course of the game. They also capitalized on turnovers scoring eighteen points off them while maintaining control over their own possessions as evidenced by their thirteen turnovers.


SACRAMENTO, CA - APRIL 11: De'Aaron Fox #5 of the Sacramento Kings dribbles the ball during the game against the New Orleans Pelicans on April 11, 2024 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 2024 NBAE (Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images)

On defense, although allowing one hundred twenty-three points might seem like much, it is important to note that both teams had similar possession numbers around one hundred and two each. The defensive efforts were highlighted by seven steals and two blocks which contributed to keeping Sacramento's lead changes at zero throughout the contest.


The Sacramento Kings fought valiantly but could not keep pace with New Orleans' relentless attack. Despite shooting well from inside (65 percent from two-point range) and posting fifty-four points in paint themselves – slightly more than New Orleans' forty-six – it wasn't enough to bridge or overcome any gaps during playtime.


SACRAMENTO, CA - APRIL 11: Domantas Sabonis #10 of the Sacramento Kings dribbles the ball during the game against the New Orleans Pelicans on April 11, 2024 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 2024 NBAE (Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images)

Sacramento's bench contributed twenty-six points but fell short compared to New Orleans' twenty-eight bench points which added depth to their offense. Both teams showed comparable fast-break performances; however, it was again here where New Orleans edged out slightly better converting ten out twelve fast break attempts into twenty-eight fast break points compared to Sacramento’s nine out thirteen for twenty-two points.


As fans look ahead after this commanding performance by The Pelicans', attention turns towards their next challenge: facing off against Golden State Warriors at Chase Center located in San Francisco on April twelve at nine o'clock PM Central Time Zone (CT). Fans can catch this upcoming matchup broadcasted live on NBCS-BA or WVUE for those following from home or elsewhere.

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