In a high-profile battle of the NBA play-offs, the New Orleans Pelicans defeated the Sacramento Kings with a score of 105-98. The victory not only earned the Pelicans a playoff spot, but also showed their tenacity and strength in key moments. The Pelicans showed strong overall strength and superior tactical execution during the game. They were extremely active on the offensive end, blossoming more and shooting at a fairly high percentage. Especially in terms of three-point shooting, the Pelicans felt hot and hit key long-range shots many times to give the team the lead.
And on the defensive end, the Pelicans were equally impressive, successfully limiting the Kings' scoring and forcing opponents to make turnovers in key moments. This all-round performance allowed them to take the initiative in the game. Despite their efforts to chase the points, the Kings were never able to break through the Pelicans' defense. They had problems with shot selection and execution in key moments and failed to turn the tide.
In the NBA playoffs, New Orleans Pelicans player Brandon Ingram showcased his excellent basketball skills and competitive form. Throughout the game, he made a total of 20 shots, 10 of which were hit, including 1 of 2 three-point attempts. He scored 24 points while grabbing six rebounds, diching out six assists and contributing one block. This all-around performance from Ingram has been a huge help to the Pelicans.
The New Orleans Pelicans will face the Oklahoma City Thunder, the No. 1 team in the West, in the first round of the playoffs this season. This will be the first time the Pelicans have faced a team that is No. 1 in the West in the first round since entering the playoffs three times in a row in 2015, 2022 and 2024 as the eighth place in the West. In the previous two meetings, the Pelicans unfortunately failed to break through the first defense in the West in the first round. However, this matchup will undoubtedly bring new challenges and opportunities for the Pelicans, giving them a chance to prove their strength and strive for better results.
Although the Sacramento Kings lost to the New Orleans Pelicans in this playoff game, the team's star player, Daron Fox, showed his excellent basketball skills and competitive form. Throughout the game, he made a total of 29 shots, 12 of which were hit, including 4 of 16 three-point attempts. He scored 35 points while grabbing seven rebounds, diching out five assists and contributing three steals. Fox's all-round performance was a huge help to the Kings, but it was still a loss!