The New Orleans Pelicans are aiming to halt a challenging three-game road losing streak as they prepare to face the Golden State Warriors in San Francisco on Saturday at 8:30 p.m. EST. Currently, the Pelicans hold a record of 3-16, positioning them last in the Western Conference, while the Warriors stand at 10-10, sitting in eighth place.
New Orleans has struggled significantly in Western Conference matchups, with a dismal record of 1-14. They have conceded an average of 122.5 points per game, leading to an alarming average deficit of 11.0 points per game. In contrast, Golden State has shown resilience against conference rivals, maintaining a record of 9-6 and winning their only game decided by a single possession this season.
The Warriors boast a shooting percentage of 45.3% from the field, which is notably lower than the 50.5% that the Pelicans allow. New Orleans has excelled in three-point shooting, averaging 11.6 made three-pointers per game, slightly below the Warriors’ defensive average. This matchup marks the second meeting of the season between these two teams, with Golden State having triumphed 124-106 in their first encounter on November 17, 2025. In that game, Moses Moody was instrumental in the victory, scoring 32 points.
Key Players and Recent Performances
In recent games, Jimmy Butler III has emerged as a standout for the Warriors, averaging 20 points, 5.6 rebounds, 4.9 assists, and 1.7 steals. Over the past ten games, Will Richard has contributed significantly, averaging 18 points and six rebounds.
For the Pelicans, Trey Murphy III has been a key player, averaging 19.7 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 3.2 assists. Additionally, Jose Alvarado has made his mark by averaging six made three-pointers over the last ten games, showcasing New Orleans’ shooting capabilities.
The recent form of both teams reflects contrasting fortunes. The Warriors have gone 5-5 in their last ten games, averaging 114.0 points while allowing 112.2 points from opponents. Meanwhile, the Pelicans have struggled with a record of 1-9 in their last ten outings. They average 113.6 points but have been outscored by an average of 123.5 points per game.
Injury Reports
In terms of player availability, the Warriors will be without De’Anthony Melton (knee) and Stephen Curry (quadriceps), while Jonathan Kuminga is listed as day-to-day due to a knee issue. Al Horford is also out with a sciatic nerve condition. For the Pelicans, Karlo Matkovic is day-to-day (calf), while Herbert Jones (back) and Dejounte Murray (leg) are confirmed to be out. Jordan Poole is also day-to-day with a knee issue.
As the Pelicans aim to turn their season around, this matchup against the Warriors represents a critical opportunity to gain momentum and build confidence heading into the remainder of the season.
