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Haynes: Pels expected to decline Looney’s option

Kevon Looney

NOP Forward #55

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Senior NBA Insider Chris Haynes reports that the New Orleans Pelicans are expected to decline Kevon Looney’s option for the 2026-27 season.

Looney’s first season away from Golden State was one of the least productive of his career. The veteran forward appeared in just 21 games, averaging 2.8 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 1.6 assists in 14.6 minutes per game. His on-court impact was minimal for a struggling Pelicans team, and his fantasy basketball impact was even less. He is not expected to have value in fantasy leagues next season.

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ESPN’s Shams Charania reports that the Lakers and Kevon Looney have agreed to a one-year, $3.9 million contract.

The 30th overall pick in the 2015 NBA Draft, Looney is back in the Pacific Division after one season with the New Orleans Pelicans. Having spent his entire NBA career outside of the 2024-25 campaign with the Warriors, the veteran center was limited to just 21 appearances last season. While Looney will give the Lakers the needed depth at center behind new starter Walker Kessler, he’s unlikely to have an impact on fantasy basketball.
Zion Williamson

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Zion Williamson (knee), Yves Missi (finger) and Karlo Matković (back) will miss Sunday’s game against the Timberwolves.

The continued absences of Williamson and Missi are most impactful, as Derik Queen and Kevon Looney have served as the starting power forward and center. That should remain the case on Sunday, with Queen more likely to play starters’ minutes. As for Matković, his continued absence does not significantly affect the Pelicans’ rotation.
Zion Williamson

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Zion Williamson (knee) is out for Friday’s game against the Celtics.

Friday’s game will be the second straight that Williamson has missed, but he was never ruled out for Tuesday’s win over the Jazz. He won’t play against the Celtics for injury management reasons, which may result in a second consecutive start for Kevon Looney.
Derik Queen

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Derik Queen notched 17 points (6-of-9 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), 12 rebounds, seven assists, three steals and two blocks in Tuesday’s win over the Jazz.

Recording his 12th double-double of the season, Queen finished Tuesday’s victory three assists shy of his third triple-double. And much to the delight of the Pelicans, the rookie center enjoyed one of his most impactful games as a defender. More active on that end of the floor, Queen recorded three steals and two blocked shots. Having veteran Kevon Looney (7/12/6/2/1 with one three-pointer) on the floor likely helped, but that should not be used to take away from Queen’s performance.
Derik Queen

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Jeremiah Fears, Jordan Poole, Micah Peavy, Derik Queen and Kevon Looney will start Tuesday’s game against the Jazz.

Herb Jones, Saddiq Bey and Zion Williamson are active for Tuesday’s game, but none are expected to play according to interim head coach James Borrego. Fears is the lone holdover from the lineup that started Sunday’s loss to the Magic, with Poole, Peavy, Queen and Looney all starting.
Yves Missi

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Yves Missi (calf) is out for Friday’s game against the Bucks.

Missi was held out of the Pelicans’ final game before the All-Star break, and he isn’t healthy enough to play on Friday. The second-year center’s continued absence frees up minutes for Karlo Matković and Kevon Looney, but neither is a must-stream option in fantasy leagues.
Yves Missi

NOP Center #21

Yves Missi (calf) has been ruled out against the Heat on Wednesday.

Missi was a very late addition to the injury report, so it isn’t surprising that he won’t suit up against Miami. Karlo Matkovic and Kevon Looney should fill out the backup center minutes behind Derik Queen.
Yves Missi

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Yves Missi (calf) is questionable to play against the Heat on Wednesday.

Missi has been added to the injury report less than half an hour before the starting tip. It would be surprising if they added him this close to the start of the game just for him to play, so it will likely be Karlo Matkovic and Kevon Looney filling out the reserve center minutes.
Derik Queen

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Derik Queen (quad) is available for Sunday’s game against the Heat.

Queen did not play in Friday’s loss to the Trail Blazers, resulting in Yves Missi moving into the starting lineup. Also, Kevon Looney and Karlo Matković each surpassed 20 minutes off the bench. All three will see their minutes decrease with Queen in the fold, and there’s no need to stream any of them in most leagues.
Derik Queen

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Derik Queen (quad) is questionable to play against the Heat on Sunday.

Queen missed Friday’s game against Portland, which was the first absence of the season for him. Yves Missi started in his place, while Kevon Looney and Karlo Matković also logged over 20 minutes off the bench. All three will see a reduction in minutes if Queen returns.

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Myron Gardner

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Myron Gardner (quad) is questionable for Wednesday’s game against the Clippers.

Gardner isn’t in the Heat rotation most nights, so his potential absence from Wednesday’s game will not affect fantasy basketball.
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Giannis Antetokounmpo

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Giannis Antetokounmpo (wrist) is probable for Wednesday’s game against the Clippers.

Antetokounmpo is dealing with a sprained right wrist, but the probable tag suggests that he will be able to play. If Giannis can’t play, Bobby Portis could see his playing time increase.
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Derrick Jones

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Derrick Jones Jr. (knee) is not on the injury report for Wednesday’s game against the Heat.

Jones’ return after a one-game absence means that Gradey Dick will come off the bench after starting Monday’s loss to the Raptors.
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Rui Hachimura

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Rui Hachimura (quad) is not on the injury report for Wednesday’s game against the Heat.

Hachimura did not play in Monday’s loss to the Raptors, as Kobe Sanders moved into the starting lineup and scored a career-high 26 points. Sanders will return to the bench, which significantly limits his fantasy value.
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Dylan Cardwell

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Dylan Cardwell (calf) is not on the injury report for Wednesday’s game against the Lakers.

Cardwell will be available to make his season debut on Wednesday after missing time with a calf strain. His return may mean less playing time for Leaky Black, who logged 25 minutes in Monday’s win over the Mavericks.
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Precious Achiuwa

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Precious Achiuwa (ankle) is probable for Wednesday’s game against the Lakers.

Achiuwa, who has been starting for the injured Keegan Murray (ankle), played 27 minutes in Monday’s win over the Mavericks. The probable tag suggests he’ll be available, and Achiuwa should remain in the starting lineup if so.
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Jordan Goodwin

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Jordan Goodwin (calf) is questionable for Wednesday’s game against the Trail Blazers.

Goodwin exited Monday’s loss to the Warriors with a right calf injury, which freed up additional minutes for fellow reserve Ryan Dunn. However, this doesn’t affect fantasy basketball.
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Rasheer Fleming

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Rasheer Fleming (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday’s game against the Trail Blazers.

Fleming has a sprained right ankle, but his status does not affect redraft leagues.
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Kawhi Leonard (knee) has successfully completed treatment for his knee effusion and will begin ramping up.

Because of a left knee effusion and swelling, Leonard has not played in a game since October 23. He’s progressed in his recovery and will return to Toronto to ramp up. Leonard will be re-evaluated in one week, so a return to game action may be close. Ja’Kobe Walter should remain in the starting lineup until Leonard returns.
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Cameron Johnson (lower body) is probable for Wednesday’s game against the Raptors.

Johnson appeared to tweak something in his left leg during Monday’s loss to the Trail Blazers, ending his night with just over one minute remaining. The good news is that he’s probable to play on Wednesday. If Johnson can’t play, Trevon Brazile could move into the starting five.
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