Warriors Defeat Pelicans in NBA Cup Matchup

The Golden State Warriors secured a narrow 112-108 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans in their NBA Cup group-play matchup, with Andrew Wiggins leading the charge with a season-high 30 points. This win places the Warriors at the top of West Group C, ensuring at least a tie for first place, while the Pelicans, dealing with significant injuries, fall to 1-2 in cup play. Despite missing key players like Zion Williamson and CJ McCollum, the Pelicans remained competitive, with Trey Murphy III and Jeremiah Robinson-Earl contributing significantly. This loss further complicates the Pelicans' path to the knockout rounds, given their negative point differential and depleted roster. Meanwhile, the Cavaliers managed a win against the Pelicans earlier in the week, taking advantage of the Pelicans' injury woes. Both teams face ongoing challenges due to injuries, impacting their standings and performance in the league.