Pelicans (2-11), Spurs (9-3)
The last time San Antonio visited New Orleans, the Pelicans authored their most memorable regular season win in years, clinching a playoff berth on the final night of the 2014-15 regular season. Friday’s home victory over the Spurs wasn’t nearly as momentous in terms of its impact, but the Pelicans hope it could serve as a turning point for 2015-16. Showing significant urgency in pursuit of a W, New Orleans led San Antonio for most of the first three quarters, then outplayed its guests down the stretch, winning the fourth quarter 26-16 en route to a double-digit triumph.