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Dejounte Murray (ankle) doubtful Friday vs. MEM

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Dejounte Murray

NOP Guard #5

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Dejounte Murray (ankle) is doubtful for Friday’s matchup with the Grizzlies.

Murray is dealing with a left ankle sprain, and he’s unlikely to suit up against Memphis. That could lead to Herb Jones sticking with the first unit and Jeremiah Fears handling increased responsibilities as a scorer, rebounder and facilitator. In three prior games with Murray sidelined, Fears averaged 18.0 points, 5.7 rebounds, 9.0 assists, 1.0 steals and 1.3 blocks.

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According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Dejounte Murray (ankle) has requested a trade and is out for Friday’s matchup with the Grizzlies.

Murray was previously listed as doubtful due to a left ankle sprain, but this recent update from Charania means that Murray’s status may actually be related to his trade request. The former Hawk and Spur will likely have interest around the league, and his landing spot will dictate his rest-of-season fantasy value. Murray isn’t expected to play for New Orleans again, which means Jeremiah Fears’ stock is way up.
Trendon Watford

NOP Guard-Forward #9

Trendon Watford (ankle) is out for Friday’s matchup with the Grizzlies.

Watford’s availability won’t cause major waves in the world of fantasy hoops, but with so many players banged up, more minutes could be available for Karlo Matkovic, Herb Jones and Derik Queen.
Jeremiah Fears

NOP Guard #0

Jeremiah Fears had 15 points (6-of-12 FGs), four rebounds, five assists, and two 3-pointers in loss on Wednesday.

His efficiency has gotten better in recent games which is good to see. The 3PT% still needs to improve but it’s nice to see some improvement at least. He was one of the only players that could get his way in this game against the Nets, but the Pelicans needed more in this one.
Dejounte Murray

NOP Guard #5

Dejounte Murray has a dud with 5 points (2-of-6 FGs, 0-of-1 FTs), two rebounds, four assists, a steal and a three on Wednesday against the Nets.

It was a bad Dejounte Murray game where he didn’t even get shots up. This game got out of hand in the first quarter, and it continued to escalate throughout the game. Murray will have better games than this and there’s no point panicking. It was a really bad game for the Pelicans all around.
Jeremiah Fears

NOP Guard #0

Jeremiah Fears accounted for 11 points (4-of-12 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), three rebounds, eight assists, one block and one three-pointer in Monday’s loss to the Warriors.

Fears led the Pelicans with eight assists, but he also recorded six turnovers in Monday’s 138-87 defeat. This was one of his poorer performances of the season, and the Pelicans not having Trey Murphy or Zion Williamson didn’t help either. Fears will look to bounce back on Wednesday when the Pelicans host the Nets. That should be a better matchup for him than the red-hot Warriors were.
Dejounte Murray

NOP Guard #5

Dejounte Murray tallied 12 points (5-of-10 FGs), three rebounds, one assist and two three-pointers in Monday’s loss to the Warriors.

The Pelicans didn’t have Trey Murphy or Zion Williamson on Monday, and those absences were certainly felt. Murray shot a solid percentage from the field and led the Pelicans starters in scoring, but it wasn’t enough when the Warriors knocked down 21 three-pointers. Murray has been close to a top-50 player in nine-cat formats, but it’s fair to wonder if his presence in the lineup has limited Jeremiah Fears’ fantasy ceiling. That’s something to watch as the season progresses.
Saddiq Bey

NOP Forward #41

Jeremiah Fears, Dejounte Murray, Herb Jones, Saddiq Bey and Karlo Matković will start Monday’s game against the Warriors.

The Pelicans are without Trey Murphy and Zion Williamson for Monday’s game, leaving two spots open in the starting lineup. Jones and Bey will fill the voids, with the latter being the better streamer for fantasy managers seeking offensive production.
Trey Murphy

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Trey Murphy III (knee) is questionable for Monday’s matchup with the Warriors.

Murphy III is a late addition to Monday’s injury report, which doesn’t bode well for his availability against Golden State. If Murphy III is ultimately sidelined, Saddiq Bey and Herbert Jones could absorb his minutes.
Jeremiah Fears

NOP Guard #0

Jeremiah Fears recorded 25 points (10-of-14 FGs, 2-of-4 FTs), six rebounds, five assists, two steals and three three-pointers in Sunday’s loss to the Clippers.

Fears continues to spread his wings as the Pelicans’ point guard, scoring at least 19 points in three straight games and in five of his last six appearances. What’s especially encouraging for those rostering the second-year guard is that the return of Dejounte Murray (6/3/3 in 28 minutes) has not led to a decrease in production. Fears’ current fantasy value sits just outside the top-100, but that will change if he continues to play as he has over the last week.
Trey Murphy

NOP Forward #25

Trey Murphy (knee) finished Friday’s loss to the Timberwolves with 10 points (3-of-7 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), four rebounds, five assists, two steals, one block and one three-pointer.

Back in the Pelicans’ lineup after sitting out Wednesday’s win over the Jazz, Murphy played 34 minutes against the Timberwolves. While he did record four of his five assists in the second half, the Pelicans’ forward also attempted just one shot. Given Murphy’s importance to the team offensively, that can’t happen. Murphy’s return pushed Herb Jones (zero points, four rebounds), who had a frustrating night and fouled out in 14 minutes.

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Jamal Cain

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Jamal Cain (shoulder) is available for Friday’s game against the Bucks.

Cain is good to go after initially being questionable for Friday’s game. With Tristan da Silva (calf) also available, Cain’s opportunities may be limited, but he should still play rotation minutes.
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Tristan da Silva

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Tristan da Silva (calf) is available for Friday’s game against the Bucks.

After a two-game absence, da Silva is available for Friday’s NBA Cup matchup. Jamal Cain (shoulder) is also available, which could mean that Alex Morales falls out of the rotation.
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Jalen Suggs

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Jalen Suggs (knee) is available for Friday’s game against the Bucks.

Suggs is back after missing time to recover from a knee injury sustained in an October 25 win over the Knicks. His return could push Jase Richardson to the bench, but Suggs may have his minutes restricted in his first game back.
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Isaiah Joe

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Isaiah Joe (hip) is out for Saturday’s game against the Heat.

Joe’s absence has freed up additional minutes for fellow reserves Kevin Huerter and Javonte Green. That should remain the case on Saturday.
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Tarik Biberovic

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Tarik Biberović (heel) is out for Saturday’s game against the Cavaliers.

Biberović’s continued absence will not affect fantasy basketball, and he has yet to make his NBA debut.
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Morez Johnson

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Morez Johnson Jr. (shin) is probable for Saturday’s game against the Cavaliers.

Johnson played 13 minutes off the bench in Thursday’s loss to the Timberwolves. If available on Saturday, the rookie will likely take on a similar role.
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Max Christie (ankle) is questionable for Saturday’s game against the Cavaliers.

Christie is back on the injury report, this time due to a sprained left ankle. After beginning the season as a starter, he’s played limited minutes over the last five games. Caleb Martin has started Dallas’ last four games and should retain that role, regardless of what happens with Christie.
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Precious Achiuwa

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Precious Achiuwa (ankle) is out for Friday’s matchup with the Trail Blazers.

Achiuwa is dealing with left ankle soreness that will keep him sidelined for at least one game. With Achiuwa on the sideline, Keegan Murray could rejoin the starting five for the first time since returning from injury.
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The NY Post’s Brian Lewis reports that Nolan Traoré (calf) practiced Friday and will be re-evaluated following practice.

Traoré sat out Wednesday’s blowout win over the Pelicans, but Brooklyn went big, starting Danny Wolf, Day’Ron Sharpe, Julius Randle and Michael Porter Jr. alongside the lone guard, Egor Dëmin. If Traoré is cleared to play Saturday against Memphis, he could rejoin the starting five, with Wolf or Sharpe likely to shift back to the bench.
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Brown Jr. sat out Sunday against the Mavericks due to a back issue, and he missed Wednesday’s tilt with New Orleans due to the illness. His illness could keep him sidelined for another game, but fantasy managers will need to check his status ahead of Saturday’s matchup with the Grizzlies. Keon Ellis could handle additional minutes if Brown Jr. is forced to miss a third straight game.
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