New Orleans Pelicans

New Orleans Pelicans guard CJ McCollum (adductor) will remain out on Friday versus Golden State. He has been downgraded from doubtful to out, missing a 13th consecutive game. Elfrid Payton should receive another start with McCollum on the shelf. He had a solid season debut with 11 points, five rebounds, and eight assists on Wednesday against Cleveland. The Pelicans will have Brandon Ingram (ankle) and Jordan Hawkins (back) back on Friday, but their return will likely impact Brandon Boston Jr. more.

New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram (ankle) has been upgraded from questionable to available ahead of their Friday night tip-off against the Golden State Warriors. The Pelicans have been forced to throw out lineups full of bench and two-way players due to their huge injury report. Luckily, Ingram will be available to play on Friday after just a one-game absence due to an ankle sprain. He should see heavy minutes while their injury report is still filled with most of the starters.

New Orleans Pelicans guard CJ McCollum (adductor) is listed as doubtful for Friday's game against the Golden State Warriors. McCollum has been out since Oct. 29 due to a right adductor strain but has been cleared for practice, indicating he could be nearing a return. If he remains sidelined for Friday's matchup, Brandon Boston Jr. and Elfrid Payton might take on additional minutes. McCollum has made a strong impact in his four appearances this season, averaging 18.8 points, 3.5 rebounds, 4.0 assists, and 2.3 steals per game, though fantasy managers may need to exercise patience as his recovery continues.

New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram (ankles) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Golden State Warriors due to bilateral ankle sprains. The 27-year-old missed Wednesday's contest against Cleveland but could return Friday. If Ingram remains sidelined, Brandon Boston and Elfrid Payton are likely to see increased opportunities. Ingram, who is averaging 23.2 points per game this season, recently posted 17 points and five rebounds against the Dallas Mavericks. Managers should monitor his status closely.

New Orleans Pelicans forwardTrey Murphy III (hamstring) will not play Wednesday against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Murphy is likely sidelined due to the Cavs playing the second leg of back-to-back games. Versus Dallas on Tuesday, the 24-year-old collected 19 points, five rebounds, and two steals in 29 minutes on the floor. WithBrandon Ingram(ankles) also unavailable, Javonte Green,Brandon Boston, and Jeremiah Robinson-Earlwill likely relied upon more than usual.