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The Philadelphia 76ers take on the New Orleans Pelicans On Wednesday to start a three-game road trip.The two sides are playing one another for the first time. Their second meeting is set for March 8th at the Wells Fargo Center.
In their most recent game, the Pelicans were defeated 114–112 by the Utah Jazz on Monday. With 4:58 remaining in a tense game, the score was knotted at 103. However, the Pelicans never tied the game again after allowing Jordan Clarkson to make a 3-pointer. Still, Zion Williamson scored the most, finishing with 26, followed by Brandon Ingram’s 25. Jonas Valanciunas finished with 13 rebounds and 14 points. Naji Marshall, meanwhile, finished with 9 boards as well as 14 points. Together, the Pelicans shot 50%, with 31.8% coming from three-point range. They only made 68% of their free throws, though. The board battle was won 48–43 by the Pelicans. In spite of this, they only managed one block and performed poorly defensively.
In their most recent game on Monday, the 76ers thrashed the Los Angeles Lakers 138-94. At the start, the score was 32-19 at the end of the initial quarter and 68-53 before the half. Up until the Sixers completely destroyed them in the final period, the Lakers were able to stay somewhat competitive in the game. Crucially, Tyrese Maxey scored the most, scoring 31 points on 9 of 20 shots, including 5 of 12 from beyond the arc, and dishing out 8 assists. Joel Embiid, who shot 9 for 15, grabbed 11 rebounds, and scored 30 more points. Additionally, Patrick Beverley scored 12 points from the bench and Marcus Morris Sr. scored 16 points. The Sixers made 50.5% of their field goals, including 47.8% from beyond the arc. On the other hand, they limited the Lakers to only 25% three-point shooting. The 76ers additionally forced 17 turnovers and prevailed 48–32 in the board duel.
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Philadelphia 76ers vs New Orleans Pelicans Game Information
- Date: 11/29/2023
- Time: 08:10 PM ET
- Location: Smoothie King Center.
- How to Watch 76ers vs Pelicans: TNT
- Live Stream: NBA Game Pass
