San Antonio carried over its No. 1 defense from last season, holding the Pelicans to 37 percent shooting from the field and 17 percent from three - point range Saturday. They continue to succeed with Pau Gasol struggling, as he has played 21 minutes or less for the third - straight game. After averaging 48 points and 17 rebounds per game, the Spurs held Anthony Davis to just 18 points and five rebounds in this blowout victory. Patty Mills and E'Twuan Moore were the only two starters in this game to shoot over 50 percent from the field. Three-point shooting was a huge factor for San Antonio, as they went 10 - for - 24, while holding New Orleans to 4 - for - 23 from long distance. New Orleans was one of the worst road teams in the league last year going 9 - 32, while the Spurs were the best home team, with a 40 - 1 record.
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