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Pelicans: Kevon Looney Sidelined 2–3 Weeks With Left Knee Ligament Sprain

New Orleans turns to second-year center Yves Missi pending a medical check that will determine next steps.

Head coach Willie Green of the New Orleans Pelicans reacts to a call during the game /aph at Footprint Center on April 07, 2024 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Pelicans defeated the Suns 113-105. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images)
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Pelicans forward Kevon Looney (55) takes part in media day at Ochsner Sports Performance Center
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Overview

  • The team diagnosed a proximal tibiofibular ligament sprain in Looney’s left knee and set a 2–3 week re-evaluation window.
  • Looney was hurt Oct. 5 during a preseason exhibition against the South East Melbourne Phoenix in Australia.
  • The timetable makes him likely to miss the Oct. 22 regular-season opener at Memphis, with further guidance to follow the re-evaluation.
  • Frontcourt minutes shift to Yves Missi as rookie Derik Queen continues wrist surgery recovery and Karlo Matkovic and Hunter Dickinson provide depth.
  • Looney signed a two-year deal after a decade and three championships with Golden State, bringing rebounding and screening to New Orleans’ rotation.