A look at three key numbers related to Saturday’s game at the American Airlines Center between New Orleans and Dallas (1 p.m. Central, Fox Sports New Orleans, ESPN Radio New Orleans 100.3 FM):
58.0, 35.0: New Orleans shooting percentage from the field by frontcourt players vs. Dallas this season, followed by shooting percentage against the Mavericks by backcourt players. Perhaps it’s partly due to Dallas’ defensive emphasis and approach when facing New Orleans, but whatever the reason, the Pelicans’ forwards and centers have been extremely efficient in the two losses against the Mavs, while their guards have struggled mightily.