Watch Golden State Warriors vs New Orleans Pelicans 4/23/15 full game replay

The New Orleans Pelicans have been more competitive than many experts predicted through the first two games of this series, and are hoping a home game will help to shift momentum in this series. Much like the regular season, New Orleans has been forced to rely heavily on All-Star PF Anthony Davis. In the Game Two loss, Davis scored 26 points and grabbed 10 rebounds in 45 minutes of action.

Eric Gordon contributed 23 points on 5 for 10 from the three point line. Reserve G Norris Cole has looked good coming in off the bench and will continue to see more action moving forward in this series. Golden State has not been spectacular in winning the first two games, but has managed to hold serve at home.

The Warriors have been getting the job done in this series with their defense. Golden State was the top rated team in defensive efficiency this season and their numbers through the first two games have been even better.

On Monday, the Warriors got 48 combined points from Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson in a 97-87 victory. Golden State held New Orleans to 38% shooting and just 16 points in the final quarter.

New Orleans PG Jrue Holiday was unable to go in Monday night’s loss and is considered day to day with a sore leg. Golden State F David Lee has missed the first two games and is likely out again for Game Three with a sore back. The Pelicans have given the Warriors trouble and this will be their best opportunity to steal a win in the series.

Playoffs 1st Round Game 3 Golden State Warriors vs New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center, New Orleans, Louisiana.. Golden State Warriors lead series (3-0). Game 4 played on Sun, April 26.