In a solid showing, the Golden State Warriors defeated the New Orleans Pelicans for the second night in a row, claiming a 104-89 victory. With star player Stephen Curry sidelined due to a left ankle injury (set for re-evaluation on Friday), the Warriors relied on a well-rounded team effort to secure the win. The team also missed Andrew Wiggins, who was out due to back tightness.
Buddy Hield stepped up to lead the scoring with 21 points, while rookie Trayce Jackson-Davis contributed an impressive 15 points and nine rebounds. Jackson-Davis is currently boasting an impressive shooting percentage, hitting 22 of 27 shots (77.7%) over the first five games, showcasing efficiency in his early NBA career. Draymond Green added valuable experience with 14 points and six assists.