Pelicans' Nickeil Alexander-Walker: Plays 21 minutes in return

Alexander-Walker (ankle) returned to action in Sunday's 112-110 win over the Hornets and finished with 13 points (5-11 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds, three assists and one steal in 21 minutes.

Alexander-Walker suited up for the first time since April 4, ending a streak of 18 consecutive absences due to a high-ankle sprain. The second-year guard didn't have much rust to shake off, as he looked spry in an encouraging all-around return to action. With the Pelicans finishing up a back-to-back set Monday in Memphis, keep an eye on Alexander-Walker's status.