KD on target as Pelicans pummeled

Finding range

After shooting poorly on Friday, the Warriors were eager to regain their rhythm and did so immediately. They hit six of their first eight shots, with Durant making his first three.

"He was attacking tonight right from the beginning and he was brilliant," Warriors coach Steve Kerr said.

"He found better spots on the floor with his aggression and created easier shots for himself."

Thompson and Curry each added early 3s. That and solid defense helped Golden State open a 10-point lead in the first four minutes.

The Pelicans missed eight of their first 10 shots and trailed 20-6 after Green made Golden State's fourth 3.

The Pelicans were within seven by halftime, only to botch the opening of the third quarter.

Rondo's bounce pass handcuffed Davis as he cut to the hoop for what looked like a dunk in the making. Moments later, Green fired a cross-court pass to Durant for a one-handed jam.

Andre Iguodala and Curry followed with 3s and, in two minutes, the Warriors' lead ballooned to 15.

Downsizing

Kerr went with a different lineup for a third consecutive game. Green moved to center after starting at forward in Game 3, 7-foot center JaVale McGee returned to a reserve role and Iguoda returned to the first unit at forward.

Curry, Thompson and Durant rounded out the starting five.

"The effort at both ends tonight was night and day from Game 3," said Kerr."

Associated Press