Four straight losses heading into the final five games of the season is not ideal; however, the Pelicans remaining road is a more favorable stretch than most, with games coming up against the Grizzlies, Suns, Warriors, Clippers and Spurs. In contrast, the Denver Nuggets — New Orleans’ closest threat to the eighth and final spot in the playoffs — have each of their final five games against opponents battling for playoff position.
Even so, the Pelicans cannot afford to take much for granted. Over the last four games, it has become clear that the margin of error for this team is paper thin.