The New Orleans Pelicans (23-37) fell, as expected, to the San Antonio Spurs (52-9). As noted in the pre-game, I’m dispensing with any playoff blather, and even considered not mentioning the record or the 94-86 final score, but I figured the context is valuable.
I’ve reflected on the game, and overall I’m happy with the Pelicans’ play. I’d rather a win, but I noted that I’m just focusing on play, and I liked they way they played. The Spurs played hard and just turned on the talent spigot late to end the charade. There was no win within the Pelican’s grasp, save by luck or the Spurs falling flat after taking their measured approach.