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Oct 15, 2021; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) gets a high five from teammate Draymond Green (23) after making a three-point basket while being fouled during the third quarter against the Portland Trail Blazers at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-USA TODAY Sports
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Oct 15, 2021; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) gets a high five from teammate Draymond Green (23) after making a three-point basket while being fouled during the third quarter against the Portland Trail Blazers at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-USA TODAY Sports
After defeating the Houston Rockets, the Golden State Warriors prepare for their match with the New Orleans Pelicans. The Warriors might have a reinvigorated, long-serving veteran Chris Paul. Nevertheless, intrigue is attached to the potential encounter of Draymond Green and Zion Williamson.
Following a glorious 106-95 win against the Houston Rockets, the Warriors set out for their next battle with the New Orleans Pelicans.
Chris Paul’s Return
In the last game, NBA veteran, Chris Paul, scored his first season. It was good news for Warrior fans. Paul would come off the bench for the first time in 19 years, ending his historic streak of 1,365 consecutive starts in regular season and playoff games.
Nevertheless, Paul has adapted to this new posture and stresses how he is going to be victorious.
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Oct 13, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Chris Paul (3) dribbles the ball during the second quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-USA TODAY Sports
Regarding injuries, the Warriors expect their starters like Steph Curry, Klay Thompson, and Draymond Green to be available for the game. The injury report looks good with Curry (foot) and Green (ankle) initially listed as probable.
However, fans will closely monitor their status as they get closer to the game time. Another player to keep an eye on for Golden State is forward Jonathan Kuminga. He was first listed as questionable to play against Houston because of a foot injury.
Draymond Green’s Clash with Zion Williamson
The Warriors have been eagerly awaiting this thrilling game, where Draymond Green will match up with Zion Williamson of the New Orleans Pelicans. Green, a good defender and an extremely competitive player, has just reappeared in the lineup. The game will probably get more intense once he returns to the lineup.
However, on the Pelicans? side, Williamson and Brandon Ingram make up a strong team and both have had good results during the early stages of the season. Williamson is scoring 23.5 points per game with an amazing 61.8 percent field goal percentage. Ingram contributed 22.5 points for the team with a 51.4 field goal. Their performances has contributed to the wins of the Pelicans for subsequent openers in the season.
The athleticism of Williamson and Green?s defensive strength will certainly make the duel one of the greatest highlights of the match. Winning is what both teams want, and this is exactly what will happen in Smoothie King Center, New Orleans, in front of numerous fans. The tip-off is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. EST and will be televised on NBA TV.
In summary, Chris Paul?s involvement is of great concern, while a matchup looms between Zion Williamson and Draymond Green. Fans expect an intensely exciting game with lots of suspense until the last second at the court.
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