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Golden State defeated New Orleans 124–106 on November 16 at Smoothie King Center, with Malik Moody leading the Warriors' balanced attack with 32 points while Bogdan Podziemski added 19 in a wire-to-wire performance anchored by three-point shooting. Golden State's 24 three-pointers and 34 assists showcased their offensive versatility, while their 116.5 offensive rating overpowered New Orleans's 105.2 mark. The Pelicans, led by Trey Murphy III's 20 points and Jose Alvarado's 18, shot just 45.8 percent from the field and managed only 8 three-pointers despite 45 rebounds. The Warriors' dominance was most evident in the first quarter, where they scored 44 points to establish early control, then again in the fourth when they outscored New Orleans 39–35 to seal the win. Golden State's 14 steals and defensive rating of 105.2 stifled a Pelicans team that committed 20 turnovers, highlighting the visitors' two-way superiority. The result underscores Golden State's offensive firepower and depth as a Western Conference contender.
