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2024 New Orleans Pelicans Regular Season Overview

Next GameNext Game	03/28/2025 8:00 PM EST
Next OpponentNext Opponent	GSW Golden State Warriors
Standing (Conference)Conference Rank	14th Western Conference
WinsWins	20
LossesLosses	53
PPGPoints Per Game	110.6
PPG AllowedPoints Per Game Allowed	119.2
RPGRebounds Per Game	43.3
APGAssists Per Game	25.8
Head CoachHead Coach	Willie Green

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Pelicans’ Trey Murphy III out for remainder of season with torn labrum in right shoulder

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Elfrid Payton

NOP Point Guard #4

1hElfrid Payton accounted for four points (2-of-7 FGs), five rebounds and 10 assists in 23 minutes in Friday’s loss to the Warriors.

After making his first appearance in nearly a month on March 21, Payton has reached double figures in assists in two straight outings. He racked up 14 in a March 24 win over the 76ers and had another 10 against the Warriors. Payton should not be rostered since he isn’t guaranteed to be active. When he is active, the veteran point guard serves as Jose Alvarado’s backup. Alvarado played 27 minutes on Friday, finishing with 10 points, three rebounds, four assists, and one blocked shot. Only rostered in 16 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Alvarado is the player who should be added by fantasy managers needing a point guard at this stage in the season.

Yves Missi

NOP Center #21

1hYves Missi amassed 12 points (3-of-7 FGs, 6-of-8 FTs), 10 rebounds and one blocked shot in 28 minutes in Friday’s loss to the Warriors.

Missi has grabbed 10 rebounds in three of his last five outings, recording two double-doubles. However, providing value in three categories, points, rebounds and blocked shots, limits the rookie center’s fantasy ceiling. Over the past two weeks, Missi has been ranked outside the top 150 in eight- and nine-cat formats. At this point, he is essentially a specialist for managers needing production in specific categories, with Kelly Olynyk (6/6/2/2) being the superior option despite playing poorly against the Warriors. The Pelicans host the Hornets on Sunday in their final game of Week 21.

Bruce Brown

NOP Small Forward #00

1hBruce Brown tallied 18 points (6-of-11 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), seven rebounds, one assist, two steals, two blocks and two three-pointers in 32 minutes in Friday’s loss to the Warriors.

The stat line Brown recorded on Friday was what fantasy managers grew accustomed to during his time with the Nuggets, even if this performance came in a losing effort. The Pelicans were without CJ McCollum and Zion Williamson, and those absences boosted Brown’s usage. How valuable he is for the rest of the season comes down to his availability and that of fellow vets McCollum and Williamson. On Sunday, the Pelicans host the Hornets in a matchup of lottery-bound teams, which sets up well for Brown regarding fantasy value.

Jordan Hawkins

NOP Shooting Guard #24

1dJordan Hawkins (ankle) is not on the injury report against the Warriors on Friday.

Hawkins exited early from Monday’s game against Philadelphia after playing 24 minutes as a starter. However, it won’t keep him out against Golden State. There is certainly a chance that Hawkins gets another starting nod, and he was able to tie his season-high with 25 points off the bench on Sunday. It has been a rough season for Hawkins, but he may get the chance to finish on a high note.

Bruce Brown

NOP Small Forward #00

1dBruce Brown (conditioning) is not on the injury report against the Warriors on Friday.

Brown sat out on Monday, which was the second night of a back-to-back. He’ll be back after a one-game absence, and with Zion Williamson (back) still sidelined, Brown should continue to start. Keion Brooks Jr. got the nod on Monday but will return to playing a reserve role.

Zion Williamson

NOP Power Forward #1

1dZion Williamson (back) has been ruled out against the Warriors on Friday.

This will be a fourth-straight absence for Zion, and with Bruce Brown off the injury report, he should continue to start in place of Williamson. Keion Brooks Jr. got the nod in New Orleans’ last game, but he will likely return to a reserve role with Brown back.

CJ McCollum

NOP Shooting Guard #3

1dCJ McCollum (foot) is out for Friday’s game against the Warriors.

McCollum will miss Friday’s game with a right foot contusion. Jordan Hawkins figures to see increased minutes in the absence of the 33-year-old shooting guard and could move into the starting lineup.

Trey Murphy III

NOP Small Forward #25

1dTrey Murphy underwent surgery on Wednesday to repair the torn labrum in his right shoulder.

Murphy injured his right shoulder during a March 17 game against the Pistons, and a labral tear was discovered in the ensuing MRI. A timeline for his return is unknown, but the Pelicans announced Wednesday that the procedure was successful. Murphy had a career year in 2024-25, averaging 21.2 points, 5.1 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 1.1 steals, 0.7 blocks and 3.0 three-pointers per game. With Brandon Ingram traded to Toronto at the February deadline, the Pelicans clearly view Murphy as a critical piece in the team’s rebuild.

Kelly Olynyk

NOP Center #13

4dKelly Olynyk posted a solid line on Monday with 14 points (5-of-8 FGs), 11 rebounds, seven assists, three steals and one three-pointer against the 76ers.

Olynyk has been a consistent presence in the starting lineup since being traded to New Orleans, but this may have been his best performance as a Pelican. He recorded his second double-double since the trade, and he dished out seven dimes for the third time with New Orleans, all of which have come during their last six games. Olynyk has once again been able to thrive while playing significant minutes on a tanking team, and as long as he is available, he should continue to provide strong value for the rest of the season.

Karlo Matkovic

NOP Power Forward #17

4dKarlo Matkovic led the Pelicans with 19 points (7-of-11 FGs), eight rebounds, three assists, two blocks and three three-pointers against the 76ers on Monday.

Matkovic started on Sunday, but he only logged 16 minutes. With Yves Missi back, Matkovic returned to a reserve role, but he ended up having more success on Monday. He matched his career-high for points and nearly recorded a double-double while still providing multiple swats and triples. The 23-year-old has shown some upside in recent weeks, and he should continue to play a significant role for the remainder of the season, with some spot starts sprinkled in.

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