In the NBA regular season game on February 8, Beijing time, the Clippers and Pelicans had a fierce battle. At the beginning of the game, Jones stepped up and attacked the basket in quick succession to help the Pelicans get off to a perfect 11-2 start, while Harden came out on the outside, but things didn't go their way due to the physical overdraft of the card and George. Murphy came off the bench to give the Pelicans a 17-point lead in the first quarter.
In the second quarter, the two teams switched to offensive mode, and the Pelicans' firepower was sharply reduced, while Harden maintained a good hand, and Powell also grabbed points one after another, so that the Clippers narrowed the deficit to 8 points at halftime.
Yibian fought again, Ingram continued to shoot in the middle of the shot, and although the shooting rate of the small card decreased, it was still able to create damage. Although the Clippers were still 10 points short at the end of the third quarter, they didn't give up the chance to fight back.
At the beginning of the final quarter, Plumlee scored frequently to help the Clippers quickly narrow the disadvantage, but Zion responded quickly, and McCollum hit consecutive three-pointers to give the Pelicans back the initiative. Lu had no choice but to announce his surrender, and in the end, the Pelicans defeated the Clippers 117-106, ending the opponent's four-game winning streak.
Zion's performance was eye-catching, playing 35 minutes and contributing 21 points, and the result of this game left fans in a state of embarrassment, especially Clippers supporters. Ka and George were in a worrisome state of fitness, as they were overdrawn in the game, which ultimately led to the team's losing streak. On the other hand, the Pelicans managed to end the Clippers' four-game winning streak with Zion's excellent performance and McCollum's efficient offense.
Zion Williamson's awakening was one of the highlights of the game, as he showed great dominance in 35 minutes of playing time. Not only contributed 21 points, 3 rebounds, 10 assists, but also 1 steal and 2 blocks, and the all-round play won the victory for the Pelicans.
In contrast, the Clippers' star players have not been as good as they could have been. The team's sluggish form became a big reason for the team's loss, scoring 15 points on just 4-of-10 shooting from the field, a far cry from his usual high standards. George's play on the offensive end was also unable to salvage the slump, scoring just seven points on 7-of-15 shooting, which was undoubtedly a huge setback for the team.
On Harden's side, although he had a good performance in scoring, rebounding and assists, he couldn't prevent the team from losing. Harden's 19 points, eight rebounds and five assists showed his versatility, but his individual efforts couldn't make up for the rest of the team as a whole.
The game also showcased the strength of the Pelicans as a whole, with McCollum's efficient scoring playing a key role in sealing the win. With 25 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists, 1 steal and a plus/minus of +3, he was another big contributor to the Pelicans' victory.
With the game coming to an end, the Clippers had to revisit the team's problems, especially in the physical condition of Jr. and George, as well as overall roster adjustments. The defeat sent them down from first place in the West to fourth, and the situation became even more serious.
For the Pelicans, the victory was a powerful testament to their strength. They did well against a tough opponent like the Clippers, and Zion's rise and the team's synergy gave fans a lot to look forward to.
After this exciting race, people started to think about the future direction. Will the Clippers be able to adjust their form and regain the No. 1 spot in the West? And the Pelicans.
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