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McGowens is in the starting lineup for Friday's matchup with the Wizards.
This will be the 10th start of the season for McGowens and he'll be joined in the first unit by Jeremiah Fears, Trey Murphy, Zion Williamson and Derik Queen. As a starter this season, McGowens has produced averages of 10.0 points, 3.1 rebounds, 2.1 assists, 0.9 triples and 0.9 steals per game.
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Pelicans' Karlo Matkovic: Reverting to bench Friday
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Matkovic won't start against the Wizards on Friday.
Matkovic got the starting nod in Wednesday's loss to the Hawks but will retreat to the second unit Friday. The 24-year-old big man has averaged 5.0 points and 3.2 rebounds across 24 appearances off the bench so far this season.
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Pelicans' Jordan Poole: Not starting Friday
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Poole won't start against the Wizards on Friday.
With Trey Murphy (back) returning from a one-game absence, Poole will slide back to the second unit. In 14 appearances off the bench this season, the 26-year-old guard has averaged 15.2 points, 3.2 assists and 1.9 rebounds in 25.4 minutes per contest.
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Pelicans' Trey Murphy: Good to go Friday
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Murphy (back) is available for Friday's game against the Wizards.
Murphy will shed his questionable tag due to back spasms after missing Wednesday's loss to the Hawks. The 25-year-old swingman has scored at least 21 points in four of his last five appearances, averaging 25.8 points, 6.2 rebounds and 3.2 assists across 37.2 minutes per contest during that stretch. With Murphy back in action, fewer minutes will be available for the likes of Jordan Poole, Bryce McGowens and Micah Peavy.
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Pelicans' Herbert Jones: Won't play Friday
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Jones (ankle) will not play Friday against the Wizards, Jim Eichenhofer of the Pelicans' official site reports.
No surprise here, as Jones was previously listed as doubtful. Meanwhile, Trey Murphy (back, ankle) remains questionable. Guys like Jordan Poole, Bryce McGowens and Micah Peavy may see increased roles with Jones out of the mix.
Bey is out for Friday's game against the Wizards due to a right hip flexor strain.
Sunday's matchup in Orlando marks Bey's next opportunity to conclude what is set to be a five-game absence with the injury. With Herbert Jones (ankle) unlikely to play Friday, Micah Peavy and Karlo Matkovic should have a chance to claim a more sizable role in the New Orleans frontcourt.
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Pelicans' Jose Alvarado: Won't play Friday
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Alvarado is out for Friday's game against the Wizards due to left oblique soreness.
The guard's next chance to end a two-game absence comes Sunday in Orlando. After playing 37 minutes during Wednesday's 117-100 loss to the Hawks, Bryce McGowens stands out as the direct fantasy beneficiary of Alvarado's absence from the New Orleans backcourt.
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Pelicans' Herbert Jones: Doubtful for Friday
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Jones (ankle) is doubtful for Friday's game against the Wizards.
Jones appears likely to miss his second straight game Friday. Meanwhile, Trey Murphy (ankle, back) is questionable for the Pelicans. With this news, the Pelicans may need players like Jordan Poole, Bryce McGowens and Micah Peavy to step up once again.
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Pelicans' Trey Murphy: Listed questionable for Friday
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Murphy (back, ankle) is questionable for Friday's game against the Wizards.
In addition to back spasms, Murphy is also dealing with a minor right ankle sprain. Murphy was unable to play Wednesday against the Hawks, so the Pelicans leaned heavily on Jordan Poole, Bryce McGowens and Micah Peavy.
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Pelicans' Micah Peavy: Strong line in loss
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Peavy provided 11 points (5-12 FG, 1-5 3Pt), five rebounds, six assists, two blocks and two steals in 29 minutes during Wednesday's 117-100 loss to Atlanta.
The Pelicans were missing multiple players Wednesday, including Herbert Jones (ankle) and Trey Murphy (back). Both of those guys are presumed to be day-to-day, however. Peavy has been relatively quiet lately, posting averages of 5.5 points, 2.8 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 1.3 steals and 0.5 three-pointers over his last four outings.
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Pelicans' Bryce McGowens: Drops 20 points in loss
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McGowens finished with 20 points (8-15 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-5 FT), two rebounds, three assists and one steal across 37 minutes during Wednesday's 117-100 loss to the Hawks.
McGowens played a season-high 37 minutes Wednesday with Trey Murphy (back), Herbert Jones (ankle), Jose Alvarado (oblique) and Saddiq Bey (hip) all sidelined. The 23-year-old guard made the most of his opportunity, finishing third on the team in scoring only behind Jordan Poole and Zion Williamson. Primarily playing in a reserve role this season, McGowens is averaging 8.1 points, 2.2 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 0.7 steals while shooting 50 percent from downtown in 19.3 minutes per game.
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Pelicans' Zion Williamson: Productive in loss
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Williamson chipped in 22 points (10-15 FG, 2-7 FT), eight rebounds, six assists and one steal over 31 minutes during Wednesday's 117-100 loss to the Hawks.
Williamson delivered a balanced stat line in Wednesday's loss at Atlanta, leading the team in points and matching a team high in assists. The 25-year-old has re-entered the starting lineup over the past six games after coming off the bench in seven straight following his return from a right adductor injury Dec. 14. The star forward is averaging 24.5 points, 6.2 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 1.0 steals while shooting 61.6 percent from the field in 29.8 minutes per contest over the past six games.
Poole is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's matchup with the Hawks.
Poole is coming off a scoreless, 0-for-4 shooting performance, but he'll have an excellent chance to bounce back Wednesday night with Trey Murphy (back), Herbert Jones (ankle) and Jose Alvarado (oblique) all watching from the sidelines. Poole has been better as a starter this season, posting averages of 17.4 points, 4.6 assists and 2.8 triples per contest.
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Pelicans' Karlo Matkovic: Inserted into starting lineup
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Matkovic is in the Pelicans' starting lineup against the Hawks on Wednesday.
Matkovic will make his second start in three games due to the absence of Herbert Jones (ankle). Matkovic logged four points, six rebounds, one assist and two blocks over 24 minutes in his last start against the Heat on Sunday.
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Pelicans' Herbert Jones: Won't play Wednesday
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Jones (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Atlanta.
Jones has been downgraded from questionable to out because of a sore right ankle. The 27-year-old had missed seven straight games due to a sprained right ankle before returning for Tuesday's game against the Lakers. His next chance to play will come Friday at Washington.
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Pelicans' Trey Murphy: Ruled out for Wednesday
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Murphy (back) is out for Wednesday's game in Atlanta.
Jose Alvarado (oblique) and Herbert Jones (ankle) will join Murphy on the inactive list for Wednesday's game, which will open up a ton of opportunity for Jordan Poole. Jeremiah Fears could also see a larger role on offense. Murphy's next chance to play will come Friday versus the Wizards, and for now, he should be considered questionable for that one.
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Pelicans' Jose Alvarado: Ruled out for Wednesday
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Alvarado will not suit up for Wednesday's game in Atlanta due to left oblique soreness.
The 27-year-old veteran is getting the night off on the second leg of a back-to-back set, but considering he's just dealing with some soreness in his oblique, there's a decent chance he'll be able to get back out there for Friday's game against the Wizards. With Alvarado watching from the sidelines Wednesday night, Jordan Hawkins might be able to get into the rotation.
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Pelicans' Saddiq Bey: Out again Wednesday
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Bey (hip) will remain out for Wednesday's game in Atlanta.
Wednesday will mark the fourth consecutive game on the sideline for Bey, who is managing a right hip flexor strain. Bey's next chance to play will come Friday versus the Wizards, but once he's cleared for action, he may have to settle for a bench role with Herbert Jones having recently returned from a sprained right ankle.
