San Antonio Aims to Extend Home Win Streak Against New Orleans
As the San Antonio Spurs prepare to take on the New Orleans Pelicans, they aim to extend their home win streak to five games. The matchup is scheduled for Saturday at 8 p.m. EST in San Antonio.
Current Standings
The Spurs currently hold a 6-2 record, placing them third in the Western Conference. In contrast, the Pelicans are struggling at 2-6, sitting in 14th place in the same conference.
Recent Performance
Last season, San Antonio finished with a 34-48 overall record, including a 20-21 mark at home. They capitalized on turnovers, averaging 17.2 points from them and added 12.6 points from second chances, along with 44.1 points from their bench.
New Orleans concluded the previous season with a disappointing 21-61 record, including a mere 3-13 in their division. The Pelicans managed to shoot 45.2% from the field and 34.7% from beyond the arc last season.
Previous Encounter
The teams have met once already this season. The Spurs won that contest in an overtime thriller, claiming a 120-116 victory on October 25.
Injuries Impacting the Game
Both teams will be dealing with key injuries as they head into this matchup:
- San Antonio Spurs:
- De’Aaron Fox: Day-to-day (hamstring)
- Dylan Harper: Out (calf)
- Luke Kornet: Day-to-day (ankle)
- New Orleans Pelicans:
- Yves Missi: Out (illness)
- Zion Williamson: Out (hamstring)
- Dejounte Murray: Out (leg)
- Jordan Poole: Out (knee)
Looking Ahead
As San Antonio looks to solidify its position in the standings, this game presents a crucial opportunity against a struggling New Orleans team. Fans are eager to see if the Spurs can continue their winning streak at home against the Pelicans.
