Based on most analytical measurements, the New Orleans Pelicans have less than a 10 percent chance of reaching the Western Conference playoffs, but that was also the case a year ago, when they successfully overcame a four-game deficit to Oklahoma City with just 11 remaining. It’s not exactly the same scenario this time – the Pelicans (23-34) are currently in 11th place, meaning there is more than just one team to leapfrog – but they’re not yet giving up on the race. It helps that New Orleans seems to be playing some of its best basketball in recent weeks, with a few frustrating exceptions.
Behind surging Anthony Davis, Pelicans not giving up in Western Conference race
