The Bird Writes · Mar 4, 2022
Pelicans possess tools to beat Jazz
Photo by Chris Gardner/Getty ImagesThe New Orleans Pelicans sit a perfect 3-0 out of the All-Star break, posting dominant wins over the Suns, Lakers and Kings. The best measuring stick of just how well the Pels are currently playing, though, should come tonight in a matchup against the Utah Jazz.
While the Suns have proven over the last several years that they can still win without Chris Paul, the first few games before and after the All-Star break can produce skewed results. For instance, players thinking about an upcoming vacation or returning from one often lack their normal focus.
As for the Lakers and Kings, they are nothing more than inferior opponents, at least at the moment.