Pelicans' CJ McCollum: Strong game from deep in win
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McCollum closed Sunday's 136-104 win over Sacramento with 24 points (9-11 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), four assists, two rebounds and one steal across 23 minutes.
McCollum only narrowly exceeded his season average in scoring (21.3 points per game), but his output was more valuable than usual thanks to the stellar shooting at all three levels. The veteran point guard ended up playing fewer than 30 minutes for the first time since Dec. 7, but that was a byproduct of the Pelicans taking a 28-point lead into the final quarter.
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Pelicans' CJ McCollum: Stuffs stat sheet Saturday
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McCollum had 23 points (8-16 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 5-5 FT), two rebounds, seven assists and two steals in 39 minutes during Saturday's 131-126 win over the Lakers.
McCollum has taken a step back in his scoring duties since the return of Brandon Ingram, but the veteran guard continues to find ways to impact the game while also putting up solid scoring figures. Over his last 10 games, McCollum is averaging 21.4 points, 5.9 assists, 3.0 rebounds and 0.9 steals and has reached the 20-point plateau in all but two contests during that stretch.
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Pelicans' CJ McCollum: Comes close to double-double
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McCollum totaled 19 points (9-14 FG, 1-2 3Pt), four rebounds, eight assists and one block across 37 minutes during Thursday's 111-106 loss to the Mavericks.
McCollum was efficient from the field and finished just two assists away from recording a double-double, but the veteran's efforts were not enough to lift New Orleans past Dallas in a tight contest. The point guard has scored at least 19 points in five straight games and is averaging a robust 24.3 points per game since the start of January, establishing himself as a reliable scoring threat in a span where both Brandon Ingram and Zion Williamson (hamstring) have missed time. McCollum might experience a reduction in his scoring with Ingram back, but he remains a strong play across all formats.
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Pelicans' CJ McCollum: Ties for team lead in scoring
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McCollum (thumb) finished with 21 points (7-19 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 5-5 FT), seven assists, two rebounds and one steal across 39 minutes in Tuesday's 122-113 loss to the Nuggets.
Back in action after a one-game absence due to a sprained thumb, McCollum settled back in as the Pelicans' co-leading scorer with Herbert Jones, though it came with poor shooting from the field. On a positive note, McCollum was perfect from the free-throw line, which is something fantasy managers shouldn't take for granted coming off a season in which he converted at a 68.2 percent rate on 2.7 attempts per game. He's shown some improvement in that regard in 2022-23, with his percentage now sitting at 79 on 3.1 attempts per game through 46 appearances on the season.
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Pelicans' CJ McCollum: Receives green light
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McCollum (thumb) is off the injury report ahead of Tuesday's game in Denver.
McCollum missed Sunday's game with a sprained right thumb but will be back in the starting lineup Tuesday alongside Brandon Ingram (toe). His return will likely take opportunities away from Jose Alvarado, Kira Lewis and Devonte' Graham. In the month of January, McCollum has averaged 24.9 points, 5.3 assists and 3.4 rebounds across 35.3 minutes per game.
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Pelicans' CJ McCollum: Out with thumb sprain
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McCollum has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup against the Bucks due to a right thumb sprain, Jim Eichenhofer of the Pelicans' official site reports.
It's unclear exactly when McCollum suffered the thumb injury, but per Andrew Lopez of ESPN.com, the point guard had a wrap on his hand during Saturday's loss to Washington. He finished that contest with 24 points, five rebounds and five assists, so it doesn't appear like the issue is a major concern, though further clarification on the point guard's status moving forward will likely surface soon. Brandon Ingram (toe) is also out for the second half of the Pelicans' current back-to-back set, so Jose Alvarado, Devonte' Graham and Kira Lewis are all candidates for increased roles.
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Pelicans' CJ McCollum: Makes impact from deep
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McCollum provided 25 points (9-17 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 2-4 FT), five rebounds, eight assists, two blocks and one steal in 34 minutes during Wednesday's 111-102 loss to the Timberwolves.
McCollum managed to bounce back following a horrendous 0-for-8 night from three Tuesday against the Nuggets, scoring 15 of his 25 points from deep in Wednesday's loss. He also offered up unexpected production on the defensive end by swatting away two shots. McCollum is now averaging 25.0 points, 3.3 rebounds and 5.3 assists through 12 January appearances.
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Pelicans' CJ McCollum: Collects three steals in loss
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McCollum finished with 23 points (6-21 FG, 2-11 3Pt, 9-10 FT), seven assists, five rebounds and three steals in 36 minutes Friday in the Pelicans' 123-110 loss to the Magic.
The three thefts tied a season high for McCollum and were two shy of his combined total in his previous seven games combined, but the defensive production and strong showing from the free-throw line were about the only highlights of the 31-year-old's stat line. After converting at a 50.5 percent clip from the field over his past five games, regression set back in for McCollum, who couldn't get it going from either two-point range or downtown. Though he's averaging a career-high 5.8 assists per game in his role as the Pelicans' full-time point guard, his overall efficiency has predictably trended down in his first full season without playing alongside Damian Lillard. His 53.9 true shooting percentage for the season represents his lowest mark since the 2017-18 campaign.
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Pelicans' CJ McCollum: Modest showing in loss
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McCollum logged 21 points (8-17 FG, 5-9 3Pt), two rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal across 31 minutes during Wednesday's 124-98 loss to Miami.
McCollum scored right around his season average of 21.3 points per contest (through 40 games), and he continued to find success from beyond the arc. He's knocked down three or more triples in seven of his last eight contests and is hitting at a rate of 47.2 percent over the hot stretch.
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Pelicans' CJ McCollum: Puts up team-high 38 points
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McCollum ended with 38 points (15-24 FG, 6-12 3Pt, 2-5 FT), four rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal across 34 minutes during Wednesday's 125-114 loss to Boston.
McCollum led the way for New Orleans in this one by scoring 18 of his 38 points from beyond the arc. He also helped out on the defensive end by collecting a block and a steal, which marks his second straight game with at least one of each. McCollum continues to pick up the slack with both Zion Williamson (hamstring) and Brandon Ingram (toe) sidelines, as he's averaging 30.8 points, 3.6 rebounds, 4.6 assists and 1.0 blocks through five January appearances.
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Pelicans' CJ McCollum: Leading scorer in return
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McCollum totaled 34 points (12-21 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 6-6 FT), five rebounds, two steals, one assist and one block across 31 minutes during Monday's 132-112 victory over the Wizards.
After resting in the Pelicans' previous game Saturday in Dallas, McCollum returned to action with a bang Monday. He continued his three-point hot streak, hitting at least four shots from beyond the arc for the fourth game in a row and for the fifth time in six games. The 31-year-old is averaging 29.0 points on 50 percent shooting from the field thus far in January.
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Pelicans' CJ McCollum: Not on injury report
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McCollum isn't listed on the injury report for Monday's matchup against Washington.
McCollum was sidelined for rest purposes during Saturday's loss to Dallas, but it appears the point guard will return to action Monday. Before his absence, McCollum had scored 20-plus points in 10 of his past 14 contests, posting 25.6 points, 6.1 assists and 4.6 rebounds in 36.5 minutes during that stretch.
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Pelicans' CJ McCollum: Resting Saturday
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McCollum will take Saturday's game against the Mavericks off for rest, Jim Eichenhofer of the Pelicans' official site reports.
McCollum has averaged 27.3 points, 6.0 assists, 3.0 rebounds and 1.0 blocks across 37.0 minutes over the past three games, taking on extra minutes and usage while Brandon Ingram (toe) and Zion Williamson (hamstring) are sidelined. With the veteran getting the night off, more minutes should be in store for Dyson Daniels, Jose Alvarado and Devonte' Graham.
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Pelicans' CJ McCollum: Goes for 28 points in defeat
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McCollum totaled 28 points (10-24 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 4-7 FT), six rebounds, six assists and two blocks in 37 minutes during Friday's 108-102 loss to the Nets.
McCollum has been tasked with a more significant responsibility on offense with both Brandon Ingram (toe) and Zion Williamson (hamstring) sidelined, and the veteran has responded. He's now scored at least 25 points in each of his three appearances in 2023 and should remain one of New Orleans's go-to players on offense for at least the upcoming two or three weeks. He's averaging 26.1 points per game over his last 10 appearances.
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Pelicans' CJ McCollum: Scores 28 with six assists
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McCollum produced 28 points (10-21 FG, 5-11 3Pt, 3-4 FT), one rebound, six assists and one block in 35 minutes during Wednesday's 119-108 win over Houston.
McCollum had a rough patch in November and early December, but he has been turning things around of late, and the numbers back that up. He's reached the 20-point mark in four of his last five appearances and is also on a run of 14 straight games with double-digit scoring figures. He's averaging 24.9 points per game in that span.
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Pelicans' CJ McCollum: Drops franchise-high 11 triples
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McCollum totaled 42 points (13-20 FG, 11-16 3Pt, 5-6 FT), four rebounds, five assists and two steals across 35 minutes during Friday's 127-116 victory over the 76ers.
McCollum caught fire in the victory, connecting on a franchise-high 11 triples en route to a season-high 42 points. He actually hit seven of his three-pointers in the first half alone, setting the Pelicans up for what was an impressive victory. He has been a top-15 player over the past two weeks, stepping up in the absence of Brandon Ingram (toe). He will likely settle in as a top-40 asset once the dust settles, meaning this could be a nice time to try and sell high.
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Pelicans' CJ McCollum: Shines with 11 assists Friday
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McCollum contributed 17 points (5-18 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, 11 assists, two blocks and one steal across 36 minutes during Friday's 128-125 overtime victory over the Thunder.
The Pelicans were without Zion Williamson (COVID-19) and Brandon Ingram (toe), so they had to lean heavily on McCollum as a playmaker, and the veteran guard delivered. McCollum had been struggling for a big chunk of the season but is turning things around of late, scoring in double digits in eight games in a row and averaging 25.5 points, 6.6 assists and 5.9 rebounds per contest in that span.
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Pelicans' CJ McCollum: Will play Friday
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McCollum (calf) is available for Friday's game against the Thunder.
McCollum dropped 40 points, nine assists and eight rebounds during Thursday's win over the Spurs, so it's a great sign to see him back on the court Friday despite being initially listed as questionable due to a calf injury. The Pelicans will be without Zion Williamson (COVID-19) and Brandon Ingram (toe), so they'll likely have to lean heavily on McCollum as a playmaker.
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Pelicans' CJ McCollum: Questionable Friday
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McCollum is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Thunder due to right calf soreness.
McCollum is coming off his season high in points and arguably his best overall game of the year. The Pelicans could be cautious with his injury, as Friday's matchup is the second night of a back-to-back. If McCollum is unable to suit up, Dyson Daniels, Jose Alvarado and Devonte' Graham will likely receive extended minutes.
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Pelicans' CJ McCollum: Season-high scoring outing in win
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McCollum had 40 points (14-27 FG, 7-14 3Pt, 5-5 FT), eight rebounds, nine assists, two blocks and one steal over 37 minutes during Thursday's 126-117 victory over San Antonio.
McCollum secured a season-high scoring mark while finishing one assist and two rebounds shy of a triple-double. McCollum, who has scored 30 or more points in two straight games, also tied a season-high mark from three in Thursday's victory.
