New Orleans Pelicans Clinch Playoff Berth with 105-98 Win Over Sacramento Kings: Ingram Leads Scoring
The New Orleans Pelicans secured a playoff berth with a 105-98 victory over the Sacramento Kings, led by Brandon Ingram's 24 points and Jonas Valanciunas' double-double.
By the Numbers- Six Pelicans players scored 10 or more points in the game.
- Sacramento missed the playoffs for the 17th time in the past 18 seasons.
- New Orleans finished the season 6-0 against the Kings.
New Orleans won without Zion Williamson, showcasing their resilience in his absence.
State of Play- Pelicans will face top-seeded Oklahoma City in the playoffs as the 8th seed.
- The Kings struggled with injuries, missing key players during the crucial game.
The Pelicans will kick off their playoff journey against the top-seeded Oklahoma City team in what promises to be an intense matchup.
Bottom LineWith a balanced performance and resilience in the face of injuries, the Pelicans clinched a playoff spot in a decisive victory over the Kings, setting the stage for an intriguing playoff run.
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