Warriors vs. Pelicans Preview: Without Curry, Warriors May Face Big Troubles; Zion and Ingram Eager to Bounce Back

On October 30, the NBA regular season will see the Golden State Warriors hosting the New Orleans Pelicans at home.

The Warriors have a record of 2-1, ranking 6th in the Western Conference. They started the season with two consecutive wins, scoring 140 points and 127 points against the Portland Trail Blazers and the Utah Jazz, respectively. However, in their last game against the Los Angeles Clippers, Curry’s injury led to their eventual loss. In that game, although Wiggins scored 29 points and Curry added 18, the rest of the team performed poorly. Most importantly, Curry’s injury has cast a dark shadow over the team.

MRI results showed no structural damage for Curry, but he will be out for some time. The impact of his absence on the team is significant. Currently, Wiggins averages 19.7 points and 6.7 rebounds, Hield scores 19 points, Curry contributes 18.3 points and 6.7 assists, while Moody and TJ-Devis both average 10 points. As the team’s primary playmaker, Curry’s absence will put the Warriors in a difficult position.

The Pelicans also have a 2-1 record, ranking 8th in the Western Conference. In their first two games of the season, they defeated the Chicago Bulls and the Portland Trail Blazers. However, in their most recent game against the Trail Blazers, the Pelicans suffered a 103-125 loss. In this game, both Zion and Ingram struggled, scoring only 14 points each. Defensively, they were unable to stop the opposition’s Grant and Anfernee Simons, who combined for 55 points. Ultimately, the Pelicans were upset in the game.

In the first three games of the season, the Pelicans’ offensive efficiency has been lacking, ranking 23rd in the league. However, with Zion, Ingram, and McCollum, the Pelicans have a strong offensive capability. Currently, McCollum averages 23.3 points and 3.7 assists, Ingram scores 22.7 points, 7.7 rebounds, and 4 assists, Hawkins contributes 18 points and 6.3 rebounds, and Zion adds 15 points, 7 rebounds, and 5.5 assists. Overall, if they can stay healthy, the Pelicans are a competitive team.

In this matchup between the Warriors and the Pelicans, Curry’s absence will have a decisive impact on the game. Although the Warriors have the home-court advantage, given the strength of the Pelicans, it will be challenging for the Warriors to play comfortably at home. Other players on the Warriors need to step up in Curry’s absence. For the Pelicans, their star players need to perform at their best to capitalize on Curry’s injury and secure a win on the road.

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