Hawkins won't start Sunday's game against the Celtics.
With Trey Murphy (ankle) and Zion Williamson (suspension) back in action, Hawkins and Javonte Green will return to bench roles. As a reserve this season (19 games), Hawkins has averaged 8.7 points, 2.5 rebounds and 0.9 assists in 21.1 minutes per game. Hawkins should continue to see consistent minutes as long as Brandon Ingram (ankle) and Herbert Jones (shoulder) remain sidelined.
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Pelicans' Jordan Hawkins: Busts slump with 21 points
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Hawkins had 21 points (7-15 FG, 5-11 3Pt, 2-3 FT), two rebounds, two assists and two steals over 31 minutes during Friday's 123-115 victory over the 76ers.
In his fourth start of the season for the Pelicans on Friday, Hawkins broke out of an eight-game slump that saw him shoot 22.4 percent from the floor with his highest scoring output since notching 25 points in a Dec. 22 loss to Denver. Across his four contests as a starter in 2024-25, the 2023 first-round draft pick is averaging 21.5 points, 3.3 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 3.5 threes in 34.5 minutes. If Brandon Ingram (ankle) and Trey Murphy (ankle) remain on the shelf for Sunday's difficult matchup against the defending-champion Celtics, Hawkins could get another opportunity with New Orleans' first unit to return amplified fantasy value.
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Pelicans' Jordan Hawkins: Joining first unit
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Hawkins is a member of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the 76ers.
With Trey Murphy (ankle) and Herbert Jones (shoulder) out of action for the Pelicans on Friday, Hawkins will make his fourth start of the season and his first since Nov. 3. Although Hawkins is shooting just 22.4 percent from the floor over his last eight games, the former first-rounder is averaging 21.7 points, 3.7 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 3.0 threes in 35.6 minutes across three appearances in New Orleans' first unit in 2024-25.
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Pelicans' Jordan Hawkins: Good to go against Memphis
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Hawkins (thumb) is available for Friday's game versus the Grizzlies.
Hawkins has been upgraded from questionable to available Friday despite dealing with a right thumb contusion. The 22-year-old guard should operate as one of New Orleans' top options off the bench in the backcourt.
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Pelicans' Jordan Hawkins: Deemed questionable Friday
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Hawkins (thumb) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against Memphis.
Hawkins is in jeopardy of missing Friday's contest while he deals with a right thumb contusion that he sustained during Thursday's loss to the Rockets. The 22-year-old has appeared in four consecutive outings following an eight-game absence due to a lumbar spine annular fissure, during which he has averaged 11.0 points, 1.0 rebounds, 1.0 blocks and 0.8 assists across 22.3 minutes per contest. If Hawkins is sidelined, Brandon Boston and Antonio Reeves are candidates to receive an uptick in playing time off the bench.
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Pelicans' Jordan Hawkins: Good to go against Houston
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Hawkins (back) is available for Thursday's game versus the Rockets, Erin Summers of the Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network reports.
Hawkins will return to action Thursday after missing New Orleans' last eight games due to a back injury. However, the 22-year-old guard will likely log less than his season average of 27.5 minutes per contest as he works his way back toward a full workload.
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Pelicans' Jordan Hawkins: Questionable to play Thursday
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Hawkins (back) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Rockets,
Hawkins has missed the Pelicans' last eight games due to a nagging back injury. Even though the questionable tag sheds some light on a potential return, it's unclear if he'll be ready to go -- and even if he is, he might have a minutes restriction off the bench. Hawkins is averaging 13.1 points per game this season while starting in three of his 11 appearances.
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Pelicans' Jordan Hawkins: Absence to continue Thursday
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Hawkins (back) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against Sacramento.
Hawkins' next opportunities to take the court comes Sunday versus Indiana or Thursday versus Houston, representing rare extended mid-season periods to heal. Brandon Ingram (ankle) and Zion Williamson (hamstring) both continue dealing with extended absences for the injury-riddled Pelicans.
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Pelicans' Jordan Hawkins: Multi-game absence forthcoming
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Hawkins (back) has been diagnosed with a lumbar spine annular fissure and will be re-assessed in approximately one week
Hawkins will likely be out for New Orleans' upcoming three contests, now possessing a formal diagnosis following weeks of back soreness. Brandon Boston has emerged as a bonafide contributor on a nightly basis, while the potential return of Herbert Jones (shoulder) in coming days will also add depth on the wings.
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Pelicans' Jordan Hawkins: Out again Monday
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Hawkins (back) will not play Monday against the Hawks.
Hawkins will miss his third game in a row, and he's now missed 11 of the past 17 games for the Pelicans. His next chance to play is Thursday against the Suns, so he does have a few days off to get right.
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Pelicans' Jordan Hawkins: Ruled out Friday
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Hawkins (back) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Grizzlies.
Hawkins has been a mainstay on the injury report due to lingering lower back soreness and will miss his ninth matchup out of 20 regular-season games for the Pelicans. The second-year guard played through the issue in the club's last three outings, during which he averaged only 4.7 points and 2.0 rebounds while shooting 21.7 percent from the floor across 20.0 minutes per game. Hawkins' next chance to feature will come Sunday against the Knicks.
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Pelicans' Jordan Hawkins: Returning to action Friday
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Hawkins (back) is listed as available for Friday's game versus the Warriors.
After a seven-game absence streak, Hawkins will return to game action for Friday's NBA Cup game. it is unclear if the 22-year-old will operate under a minutes restriction, though he could see significant run with CJ McCollum (adductor), Dejounte Murray (hand) and Jose Alvarado (hamstring) out.
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Pelicans' Jordan Hawkins: Won't play against Orlando
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Hawkins (back) is out for Friday's game versus the Magic.
Hawkins returned to action Wednesday but is now set to miss another contest Friday due to lower back tightness. In his absence, Brandon Boston and Jaylen Nowell are candidates to receive increased playing time. Hawkins' next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with Brooklyn.
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Pelicans' Jordan Hawkins: Iffy against Cleveland
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Hawkins (back) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Cavaliers, Christian Clark of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.
Hawkins is in danger of missing his second straight contest Wednesday while dealing with lower-back tightness. With CJ McCollum (thigh) already out multiple weeks, Brandon Boston could receive another start if Hawkins is sidelined yet again.
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Pelicans' Jordan Hawkins: Goes for 23 points in win
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Hawkins notched 23 points (7-17 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 7-8 FT), four rebounds and one assist in 37 minutes during Friday's 125-118 win over the Pacers.
Hawkins brushed off a mid-game locker room trip, scoring at least 20 points for the third time in the past five games. New Orleans is dealing with a number of injuries to key personnel at the moment, affording Hawkins a consistent role. He is currently averaging 17.3 points and 2.5 three-pointers in 32.1 minutes per game, making Hawkins a key piece of the team's lineup for the time being.
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Pelicans' Jordan Hawkins: Returns Friday
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Hawkins (back) has returned to Friday's game against the Pacers, Jim Eichenhofer of the Pelicans' official site reports.
Hawkins posted eight points (2-9 FG), one rebound and one assist in 21 first-half minutes, but his back injury flared up, forcing Brandon Boston to start the second half. It appears like Hawkins just needed some time with the training staff before getting the green light, and he should get ample usage the rest of the way, as the Pelicans came into the contest very shorthanded.
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Pelicans' Jordan Hawkins: Expected to play Friday
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Coach Willie Green said Hawkins (back) is expected to play in Friday's game versus the Pacers, Christian Clark of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.
Hawkins is dealing with back spasms, though he should play through the issue in a depleted backcourt. The 22-year-old is set for an increased role with CJ McCollum (thigh), Dejounte Murray (hand) and Herbert Jones (shoulder) all out for an extended period of time. Hawkins has averaged 16.2 points, 5.0 rebounds and 1.2 assists across 31.2 minutes per game over five regular-season appearances.
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Pelicans' Jordan Hawkins: Back on injury report
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Hawkins is questionable for Friday's game against the Pacers due to lower back spasms.
Hawkins entered the starting lineup Wednesday against the Warriors and fared well, but his status is now in jeopardy for Friday. The UConn product dealt with back spasms earlier in the week and was able to push through to suit up, so it appears he'll have a decent chance to do so again Friday barring any setbacks.
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Pelicans' Jordan Hawkins: In starting lineup
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Hawkins is part of the first unit for Wednesday's game against the Warriors, Christian Clark of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.
With the Pelicans missing several key pieces due to injury, Hawkins will step into the starting five for the first time this season. Hawkins is averaging 14.5 points and 5.3 rebounds across 29.3 minutes per game in 2024-25.
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Pelicans' Jordan Hawkins: Shines in preseason finale
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Hawkins finished with 20 points (6-13 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 5-5 FT) and two rebounds across 18 minutes off the bench in Tuesday's 118-98 preseason loss to the Rockets.
Hawkins made his presence felt in the final game of the preseason, and the second-year guard showed throughout the preseason that he could contribute off the bench with the Pelicans, particularly as a scoring weapon in the second unit. He made 67 regular-season appearances, including 10 starts, as a rookie in 2023-24 and averaged 7.8 points per game. Hawkins will likely find himself on the bench when the Pelicans open their 2024-25 regular season against the Bulls on Oct. 23.
