Warriors rout Pelicans by 51 for eighth straight win

The Warriors seized control early, opening a 35-20 lead in the first quarter and going into halftime ahead 72-43. New Orleans made only seven of 23 shots in the opening period and missed 10 of its 12 three-point attempts. Golden State went on to win by 51 points.

Curry scored 25 in just over 20 minutes, making six of 10 shots and four three-pointers. His total moved him past DeMar DeRozan into 16th place on the NBA’s all-time scoring list, with 26,803 points. Podziemski also had 25, while Yaxel Lendeborg finished with 23 points, seven rebounds and four assists. The Warriors recorded 37 assists, reaching at least 30 for the third consecutive game.

Derik Queen led New Orleans with 16 points off the bench. The Pelicans, who have lost three straight after winning four in a row, rested Zion Williamson and sat Trey Murphy III, who was managing knee issues. Dejounte Murray scored 12.

Golden State guard Will Richard sustained a torn ligament in his left thumb. The team said he would consider surgery or playing with a splint over the coming week. The Pelicans host Brooklyn on Wednesday, while the Warriors visit Houston that night.