Game Info:
- Matchup: New Orleans Pelicans at Golden State Warriors
- Date: Wednesday, November 29
- Time: 8:40 PM EST
- Location: Chase Center, San Francisco, CA
- Spread: Pelicans -4.5
- Total: 218.5
Pelicans Presented with Golden Opportunity as Warriors’ Star is Out
What was initially projected as a stern test for the New Orleans Pelicans has suddenly transformed into a golden opportunity. The Pelicans travel to the Chase Center to face the Golden State Warriors, but the Warriors will be without their talisman, Stephen Curry, who is sidelined until at least December 6th. With Curry out, the balance of power in this Western Conference clash has swung dramatically in New Orleans’ favor.
The Pelicans, once seen as underdogs, now enter the game as 4.5-point favorites. This reflects the understanding that Curry’s absence fundamentally alters the Warriors’ offensive identity and overall competitiveness. The path for a New Orleans victory is now much clearer: exploit a vulnerable Golden State offense and capitalize on the interior scoring prowess of Zion Williamson.
Warriors Without Their Guiding Light
The Golden State Warriors are in crisis mode. Losing Stephen Curry for any extended period is a devastating blow, and it’s impossible to overstate his impact on the team. Curry’s gravity warps defenses, his shooting range is unmatched, and his leadership is irreplaceable. Without him, the Warriors lack a true offensive focal point, a clutch performer, and the kind of dynamism that strikes fear into opponents.
Other Warriors players will need to step up but it is unlikely the Warriors will be able to cover the spread with such a change to the team composition.
Prediction: Pelicans Poised to Capitalize
The absence of Stephen Curry is the defining factor in this contest. The Pelicans, with their dynamic offensive trio of Zion Williamson, Brandon Ingram, and CJ McCollum, will be salivating at the opportunity to exploit a vulnerable Warriors squad. New Orleans’ size and scoring ability should allow them to control the paint, dictate the pace, and ultimately secure a comfortable road victory.
While the total of 218.5 points still hints at a high-scoring game, the reality is that the Warriors’ offense will likely struggle mightily to reach its usual heights without Curry. New Orleans should control the scoring, and that suggests a much lower overall total, therefore the Unders are a play to watch here.
Expect the Pelicans to take full advantage of Curry’s absence and deliver a statement win in the Bay Area.
The Pick: Pelicans -4.5
Total Pick: Under 218.5
Predicted Score: Pelicans 112, Warriors 107
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