The first match of the quarterfinals of the mid-season tournamentPelicansAway to the Kings. At the start of the game, Keegan Murray and Huert quickly scored 13 points for the Kings to givePelicansIt creates a lot of pressure. However,PelicansofSabonisshowed strong personal ability, and dunked again and again to declare his existence to the king. At the same time, Harris-BarnesAlso hit a hitThree-point shot, giving the Kings an 18-7 lead at one point. Still, inMunchTwo hits in a rowThree-point shotAfter that, the king's advantage was gradually reducedPelicansQuickly chased to 17 points. In the last 3 minutes,IngramMurphyAnd Alvarado hit shots in succession to helpPelicansHe went on an 18-4 run to close the score at 35-36 at the end of the first quarter.
At the start of the second quarter, Alvarado hit againThree-point shot, helpPelicansQuickly overtake the score. Next, McCollumMurphyand Herbert Jones hit a long shot one after anotherPelicansAt one point, the lead reached 13 points. However, the king'sSabonisConsecutive scores,MunchA final buzzer-beating three-pointer put the Kings up 61-69 before halftime.
After the start of the second half,IngramConsecutive shots were successful, and Herbert Jones hit a shotThree-point shot。Zion Williamson scored back-to-back basketsPelicansAt one point, it led the Kings by 15 points. However, Keegan Murray hit a shotThree-point shotSaboniswithFoxAlso under the basket, the Kings chased consecutive points to chase the score to 91-94. Last minute,IngramHit a key shotThree-point shot, Alvarado scored on a fast-break break. At the end of the third section,PelicansLed 100-91.
Moving on to the fourth quarter,FoxwithMunchComing up to score back-to-back points, the Kings chased the score to 102-107. However,ValanciunasThrow under the basket to score,MurphyAlso hit a long shot,PelicansReopened the score and led 116-105. Next,Ingramand Jones' powerful free-throw performance, JeanPelicansStabilized the pace of the game and led by 15 points at the final 3:30. AlthoughFoxwithMunchLaunch a counterattack at the last moment, butValanciunasand Jones dunked back-to-back and eventually helpedPelicansSuccessfully defeat the king.
It is worth mentioningPelicansofIngramHe played well in this game, contributing 30 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists to become the team's leading scorer. And Zion Williamson also excelled in rebounds and assists, contributing 10 points, six rebounds, six assists and three steals. In addition,ValanciunasHe had an excellent performance in scoring and rebounding, with 18 points, 11 rebounds and six fouls. Jones was also one of the team's scoring pillars, contributing 23 points, five rebounds and five assists, along with two blocks. McCollum also put in a good performance, scoring 17 points, seven assists, three steals and two blocks. Overall,PelicansThe players all showed strong strength and tacit cooperation in the game.
And whereasKingsMedium,FoxHe was the brightest player, contributing 30 points, five rebounds, four assists and six turnovers. WhileSabonisHe was the big handyman in the game, and he played well in the game, shooting extremely highly, and ended up with 26 points, 13 rebounds, 10 assists and 2 steals. Huerter and Keegan Murray also contributed 12 and 14 points, respectivelyKingsmade a certain contribution. MunchHe also showed excellent assist ability, scoring 21 points and five assists.
This game showsPelicanswithKingsstrong strength and fierce confrontation. PelicansInIngram, Zion Williamson andValanciunasUnder the leadership, he gave full play to the strength of the whole team and showed the tacit cooperation and stability of the team. WhileKingsthen by virtue ofFoxwithSabonis's outstanding performance, once counterattacking the game situation. However, at a critical moment,PelicansStabilized the pace of the game and finally managed to win the game.
Through this game, we can see that in:BasketballTeamwork and consistency are crucial in the game. Whether on the offensive or defensive end, team chemistry and tactical execution are the keys to victory. At the same time, individual ability and consistency are also key factors that determine the outcome of the game. Only when each player can give full play to his or her abilities can he form the strength of the whole and achieve the ultimate victory.
Overall, it was a fierce and exciting matchup. PelicansShowed excellent team strength and individual ability, and finally defeatedKingsSuccessfully advanced to the semi-finals. Believe in the next game,PelicansWe will continue to play a stable role and present more exciting games for the fans.