Introduction
The Golden State Warriors are on a roll. They crushed the New Orleans Pelicans 138-87 on November 9. It was their eighth win in a row. The game was never close.
Stephen Curry and Brandin Podziemski each scored 25 points. Curry did it in just over 20 minutes on the court. The Warriors led from start to finish.
What Happened
Golden State took charge right away. The Warriors led 35-20 after the first quarter. They led 72-43 at halftime. The Pelicans never got back into the game.
Curry scored 25 points on 6-for-10 shooting. He also made four three-point shots. A three-point shot is a shot from far away that counts for three points. Podziemski added 25 points of his own.
The Warriors had three players score at least 20 points. De’Anthony Melton added 16 points. Yaxel Lendeborg led the Pelicans with 23 points. The final score was 138-87, a 51-point win.
Why People Are Talking About It
An eight-game winning streak is a big deal. The Warriors are now 8-3 this season. Fans are excited about how well the team is playing. Curry is still one of the best players in the league.
The win was also huge. A 51-point win is rare in the NBA. The Pelicans were short-handed, with stars Zion Williamson and Trey Murphy III sitting out. But the Warriors still had to play well to win by so much.
Another NBA star had a huge night too. Cooper Flagg scored 43 points for the Mavericks. You can read about his big game in our story on the Mavericks win over the Pacers.
What Happens Next
The Warriors play at Houston on Wednesday. They will try to win a ninth game in a row. The Pelicans host Brooklyn on Wednesday. They will try to end their losing run.
Fans will watch to see if the streak keeps going. A ninth straight win would be even bigger. The Warriors look like a team to watch this season.
Final Thoughts
The Warriors are playing their best basketball right now. Curry and Podziemski led the way in a big win. The Pelicans had a bad night on the road. Golden State will try to keep the streak alive on Wednesday.
This article is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice.
Sources: ESPN (AP): Stephen Curry, Brandin Podziemski each score 25 as Warriors run away from Pelicans for 138-87 win. Featured photo: Stephen Curry in a Warriors jersey, by Noah Salzman, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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