This matchup is a bit different however. These two teams will be pitting strength against strength. Whichever one flags will lose.
Keys to the Game
- Win on the offensive glass. The Spurs are mangificent at contesting shots and cleaning up on the defensive glass. The Pelicans live by getting to the rim – and even if they miss that first shot, having someone clean it up. If the Pels can keep their offensive rebound rate closer to their season average, the Spurs defense will crack.
- Don’t put Eric Gordon into the Pick and Roll.