Warriors Player Ratings: Curry Drops An Efficient 25 To Blow Out Pelicans In Lopsided Matchup

The Golden State Warriors delivered an absolute demolition of the New Orleans Pelicans , cruising to a 138-87 victory behind an explosive offensive performance. Stephen Curry finished with 25 points on efficient shooting (6-10), but he wasn’t even the Warriors’ leading scorer in a game where the entire rotation was scorching hot. Yaxel Lendeborg and Brandin Podziemski each scored 25 points, combining for 19-29 shooting from the field. Lendeborg was particularly impressive, knocking down all four of his three-point attempts while contributing seven rebounds and four assists. Podziemski matched the scoring total with five triples of his own. Golden State shot an incredible 54.9% from the field and 47.7% from three-point range, compared to New Orleans’ miserable 36.3% and 28.6%, respectively. The Warriors also dominated the glass 50-31, dished out 37 assists, and finished with a staggering 51-point largest lead. Here are the Warriors’ player ratings from the blowout victory.   Stephen Curry: A+ Game Stats: 25 PTS, 5 REB, 2 AST, 1 TOV, 6-10 FG, 4-7 3-PT FG, 9-9 FT, 21 MIN Curry was incredibly efficient, scoring 25 points in just 21 minutes while shooting 60.0% from the field and making four three-pointers. He also converted all nine free throws, barely wasting a scoring opportunity. The Warriors didn’t need Curry to play extended minutes, and the superstar made the most of his time on the floor. An efficient scoring performance with minimal turnovers is exactly what Golden State wants from its leader.   Yaxel Lendeborg: A+ Game Stats: 23 PTS, 7 REB, 4 AST, 1 STL, 2 TOV, 8-10 FG, 4-4 3-PT FG, 3-4 FT, 27 MIN Lendeborg was spectacular. He finished with 23 points on just 10 shot attempts, including a perfect 4-4 performance from beyond the arc. His efficiency was remarkable, and he contributed seven rebounds and four assists along the way. Golden State received a tremendous two-way performance from Lendeborg, who finished with a team-high +34. This was precisely the kind of performance that makes a blowout even more convincing.   Brandin Podziemski: A+ Game Stats: 25 PTS, 2 REB, 4 AST, 1 STL, 1 BLK, 10-19 FG, 5-11 3-PT FG, 26 MIN Podziemski matched Curry’s scoring total while taking on a larger offensive workload. His five three-pointers helped Golden State completely overwhelm New Orleans from the perimeter. Although he wasn’t quite as efficient as Lendeborg, Podziemski’s 25 points and four assists were instrumental in the offensive explosion. Zero turnovers made his performance even better.   Al Horford: A- Game Stats: 5 PTS, 2 REB, 6 AST, 2 STL, 3 BLK, 2-5 FG, 1-3 3-PT FG, 15 MIN Horford was outstanding defensively and as a facilitator. Six assists, two steals, and three blocks in only 15 minutes represent an impressive all-around contribution. He also knocked down a three-pointer, helping maintain Golden State’s offensive spacing. Horford’s versatility was on full display in this dominant performance.   Charles Bassey: A Game Stats: 12 PTS, 10 REB, 1 AST, 1 BLK, 1 TOV, 6-8 FG, 18 MIN Bassey delivered a double-double in just 18 minutes, finishing with 12 points and 10 rebounds. He was extremely efficient around the basket, converting six of his eight field-goal attempts. His three offensive rebounds helped extend possessions, and his presence inside was another reason Golden State dominated the glass.   De’Anthony Melton: A Game Stats: 16 PTS, 4 REB, 3 AST, 1 STL, 1 TOV, 5-11 FG, 4-8 3-PT FG, 2-2 FT, 26 MIN Melton provided another strong perimeter scoring performance, knocking down four three-pointers and finishing with 16 points. He also contributed four rebounds, three assists, and a steal. His shooting helped Golden State maintain its remarkable three-point efficiency, while his defensive activity added further value.   Brandon Williams: B+ Game Stats: 10 PTS, 3 AST, 1 TOV, 4-9 FG, 2-6 3-PT FG, 20 MIN Williams added 10 points and three assists in 20 minutes, providing another productive scoring option off the bench. He knocked down two three-pointers and kept the offense moving. His shooting wasn’t especially efficient, but he contributed enough to make his minutes worthwhile.   Draymond Green: B+ Game Stats: 2 PTS, 3 REB, 6 AST, 1 STL, 2 TOV, 1-1 FG, 21 MIN Green barely looked at the basket, but his playmaking and defensive activity were exactly what Golden State needed. Six assists in 21 minutes helped keep the offense flowing, while three rebounds and a steal rounded out his contribution. The two turnovers were a minor blemish, but Green’s ability to orchestrate the offense without demanding scoring opportunities remains valuable.   Gui Santos: B+ Game Stats: 3 PTS, 7 REB, 4 AST, 1 BLK, 0-3 FG, 0-1 3-PT FG, 3-4 FT, 21 MIN Santos struggled to convert his field-goal attempts, but he found other ways to contribute. Seven rebounds and four assists were solid numbers for a player who didn’t need to score to make an impact. He also recorded a block and committed zero turnovers, demonstrating some of the versatility that makes him a useful rotation piece.   Georges Niang: B+ Game Stats: 9 PTS, 2 REB, 2 AST, 1 BLK, 1 TOV, 4-7 FG, 1-3 3-PT FG, 19 MIN Niang provided a productive contribution off the bench, scoring nine points while shooting 57.1% from the field. He also chipped in two assists and a block. He wasn’t a major offensive focal point, but his efficiency and ability to contribute within the flow of the game were encouraging.   Graham Ike: B Game Stats: 4 PTS, 5 REB, 2 AST, 1 BLK, 1 TOV, 2-4 FG, 0-1 3-PT FG, 12 MIN Ike made a modest contribution in limited minutes, collecting five rebounds and two assists alongside four points. He was active on the glass and contributed defensively with a block. His role was relatively small, but he did enough to help Golden State maintain its advantage.   Malevy Leons: B Game Stats: 3 REB, 1 BLK, 1 TOV, 0-1 FG, 12 MIN Leons didn’t score, but he grabbed three rebounds and recorded a block in 12 minutes. His offense was minimal, though his defensive activity gave him some value.