Overview

• CJ McCollum is expected to miss 2-3 weeks with a right adductor strain, impacting the Pelicans' backcourt depth.
• Herb Jones will be out for 2-4 weeks after suffering a right shoulder strain and a partial rotator cuff tear.
• The Pelicans are now missing three starters, including Dejounte Murray, who is sidelined with a broken hand.
• New Orleans has struggled with injuries to key players in recent seasons, affecting team performance.
• Jordan Hawkins, Jose Alvarado, and other bench players may see increased roles during this period.