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Golden State Warriors vs. New Orleans Pelicans: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

By Rohan Borges

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - OCTOBER 30: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors reacts after scoring a three point basket during the fourth quarter of an NBA game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center on October 30, 2023 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. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - OCTOBER 30: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors reacts after scoring a three point basket during the fourth quarter of an NBA game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center on October 30, 2023 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. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) /
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Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green battles with New Orleans Pelicans big man Jonas Valančiūnas. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green battles with New Orleans Pelicans big man Jonas Valančiūnas. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) /

The Bad: Pelicans’ three-point shooting

There was very little to be negative about from a Warrior perspective, particularly in the second-half where they outscored the Pelicans 71-45. The Golden State defense was a well-oiled machine on Monday, with everyone buying in and doing their part. Draymond Green’s presence was felt as he battled down low against Zion Williamson, and the Warriors consistently forced him into tougher shots than he’s usually used to. Still, the Pelicans were able to produce a lot, and I mean a lot of open great looks from three — and they couldn’t buy one.

New Orleans shot just 25.6% (10-of-39) from three-point land, including a 2-of-17 second-half that took the life out of the Smoothie King Center. Again, these were mostly wide-open looks, but the Pelicans simply could not take the lid off the rim and the Warriors’ lead ballooned as a result.

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The Ugly: Pelicans’ Statement Jerseys

“Crescent City”… really? The league should be ashamed of themselves for allowing Nike to ruin NBA jerseys with their minimalistic designs. These weren’t even that bad compared to some of the new city jerseys that were rolled out this season, but Nike simply has to up the creativity because it’s borderline criminal how bland some of them are.

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