Warriors Stage an Incredible Comeback to Defeat Pelicans 124-106

Buddy Hield Shines Bright With Season-Best Performance

In a thrilling NBA matchup on Tuesday night, Golden State Warriors pulled off an impressive comeback victory against the New Orleans Pelicans, winning 124-106. Buddy Hield, with a season-best score of 28 points, was instrumental in turning the game around. Brandin Podziemski also stood out, scoring 19 points and sparking the Warriors’ remarkable second-half turnaround.

Stellar Performance from New Orleans’ Zion Williamson

Despite the defeat, Zion Williamson put on an exceptional performance for the Pelicans, racking up a season-high 31 points on 12-for-20 shooting, along with eight rebounds. Brandon Ingram also had a strong game, putting up 30 points for New Orleans.

Golden State’s Bench Steps up in the Absence of Starters

Jonathan Kuminga, who had started the first three games for Golden State but was averaging only 8.0 points on 33.3% shooting, contributed significantly off the bench with a 17-point performance. Lindy Waters III, a reserve player, also had his best game yet for Golden State, with 21 points and nine rebounds. The Warriors, missing starters Stephen Curry and Andrew Wiggins, had to rely on their bench to make up the difference. Curry was out with a sprained left ankle, while Wiggins and De’Anthony Melton were sidelined with lower back strains.

Key Takeaways from the Game

The Pelicans dominated the rebounding, holding a 44-34 edge after the initial quarter. However, the Warriors were able to limit their turnovers to just eight, forcing New Orleans into 24, which resulted in 34 points for Golden State. Despite a slow start, the Warriors came back strong in the second half, overcoming a 31-14 deficit from the opening quarter.

Turning Point of the Game

The turning point of the game was undoubtedly Podziemski’s 3-pointer with 8:22 left in the third quarter, which tied the game. He scored again on the next possession, pushing the Warriors to a 71-67 lead they never gave up.

Player of the Game: Buddy Hield

Buddy Hield was the standout performer, returning to the starting lineup to make seven 3-pointers after a disappointing home debut Sunday. His impressive performance played a crucial role in the Warriors’ victory.

With this exciting win, the Golden State Warriors have set the stage for an intriguing second matchup against the Pelicans at Chase Center on Wednesday night.