Golden State Warriors Vs Pelicans

In a significant Western Conference clash, two teams recently dealt their first losses will square off as the New Orleans Pelicans take on the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday night. Both teams, previously unbeaten, saw their records blemished on Sunday. The Pelicans (2-1), who were defeated by the Portland Trail Blazers 125-103, had entered the game with momentum but were unable to hold off a sharp Portland squad. Meanwhile, the Warriors (2-1) also fell short on Sunday, losing 112-104 to the Los Angeles Clippers. The Warriors will miss star point guard Steph Curry, who sustained an ankle injury during the matchup against the Clippers and has been sidelined for this game. New Orleans is also dealing with a key absence, as point guard Dejounte Murray has been ruled out with a hand injury.

The game is scheduled for a 10 p.m. ET tip-off at Chase Center in San Francisco, a venue where Golden State has often held a home-court advantage. Historically, the Warriors hold a 46-28 edge in regular-season matchups against New Orleans. However, recent encounters show the Pelicans gaining ground, winning the last two games and four of their last seven against the Warriors. Going into this showdown, New Orleans is positioned as a 3.5-point favorite according to SportsLine's consensus odds, with the over/under set at 217.5 points.

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