Jordan Hawkins News, Rumors, Updates - New Orleans Pelicans

Absence to continue Thursday Hawkins (back) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against Sacramento.

Impact 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.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Multi-game absence forthcoming Hawkins (back) has been diagnosed with a lumbar spine annular fissure and will be re-assessed in approximately one week

Impact 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.

DECEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Monday Hawkins (back) will not play Monday against the Hawks.

Impact Hawkins will miss his third game in a row Monday, 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.

DECEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Sunday Hawkins (back) is out for Sunday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Hawkins is dealing with low back soreness and is set to miss a second straight game -- and it'll be his 10th absence across 16 games since the beginning of November. His next chance to play will come against the Hawks on Monday in the second leg of a back-to-back set.

NOVEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Friday Hawkins (back) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact 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.

NOVEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Back on injury report Hawkins is questionable for Friday's game against the Grizzlies due to low back soreness.

Impact Hawkins is back on the injury report with a lingering back issue. He has appeared in three straight games since a two-week absence but has been far from sharp, averaging 4.7 points per game while shooting 21.7 percent from the field.

NOVEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Available Wednesday Hawkins (back) is available for Wednesday's game against the Raptors.

Impact Hawkins, Dejounte Murray and CJ McCollum will all be available, but Brandon Ingram (calf) and Trey Murphy (knee) are both out. Hawkins has appeared in two straight games since missing seven straight due to a low back strain, but he hasn't been sharp, scoring eight points on 3-for-14 shooting.

NOVEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Wednesday Hawkins is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Raptors due to back spasms.

Impact Hawkins has appeared in two straight games since missing seven straight due to a low back strain, but he hasn't been sharp, scoring eight points on 3-for-14 shooting. Brandon Ingram (calf) and Trey Murphy (knee) are also questionable, while Dejounte Murray (hand) is probable.

NOVEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Shoots poorly in return Hawkins (back) played 20 minutes off the bench and scored six points (2-9 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT) while adding one rebound, one steal and one block in Friday's 112-108 loss to the War...

Impact While the contributions in the defensive categories were a nice surprise from Hawkins, the offensive-minded second-year guard wasn't able to deliver much of a scoring punch off the bench in his return from a seven-game absence due to a low back strain. The Pelicans were without six players due to injury Friday, but Hawkins may not see his playing time pick up dramatically during the club's upcoming four-game week, as CJ McCollum (adductor), Yves Missi (shoulder), Herbert Jones (shoulder) and Dejounte Murray (hand) could all be candidates to return to action within the next several days.

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 22 • YOUTUBE

Returning to action Friday Hawkins (back) is listed as available for Friday's game versus the Warriors.

Impact 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.

NOVEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Deemed questionable for Friday Hawkins (back) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Warriors.

Impact Hawkins has missed the Pelicans' last seven outings due to a low back strain, though he appears to be nearing a return to game action. The second-year guard has returned to practice in a limited fashion, and the club could opt to work him back to playing form slowly. If Hawkins is ruled out, Brandon Boston and Elfrid Payton will likely continue to see an uptick in playing time.

NOVEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Back on court Hawkins (back) is back on the court but not doing any contact yet, so his return date remains uncertain, Jim Eichenhofer of the Pelicans' official site reports.

Impact The fact that Hawkins is back on the court is an encouraging sign, but the lack of contact in his return to practice suggests he's not ready to return yet. In any case, any positive sign would be welcomed news for a Pelicans backcourt that's also missing key pieces such as CJ McCollum (thigh), Jose Alvarado (hamstring) and Dejounte Murray (hand).

NOVEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 12 • SI.COM

Out at least one week The Pelicans announced that Hawkins will miss 1-to-2 weeks due to a low back strain, Erin Summers of Bally Sports New Orleans reports.

Impact The second-year pro was set for a significant uptick in playing time in a depleted backcourt that's already missing Dejounte Murray (hand) and CJ McCollum (thigh). Hawkins returned to game action off the bench in Wednesday's loss to Cleveland, though it's clear he was not ready for a return after shooting 1-for-7 from the field in only 19 minutes. In his absence, Brandon Boston and Jaylen Nowell are candidates to receive increased playing time.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play against Orlando Hawkins (back) is out for Friday's game versus the Magic.

Impact 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.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Wednesday Hawkins (back) is available for Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers, Marc J. Spears of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Hawkins missed the Pelicans most recent contest with lower back tightness, but he's been given the green light ahead of Wednesday's tilt. With New Orleans battling several injuries, Hawkins has stepped into a featured role. He's averaging 21.7 points and 3.7 rebounds over 35.7 minutes in his last three appearances (all starts).

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy against Cleveland Hawkins (back) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Cavaliers, Christian Clark of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

Impact 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.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play vs. Portland Hawkins (back) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Trail Blazers, Erin Summers of Bally Sports New Orleans reports.

Impact Hawkins has been in the Pelicans' starting five in each of the last three games, and over that span he has averaged 21.7 points, 3.7 rebounds and 1.7 assists over 35.7 minutes per game. However, he appears to be dealing with lower back tightness following Sunday's loss to the Hawks, and he'll sit out Monday for the second leg of this back-to-back set. Javonte Green, Jaylen Nowell and Antonio Reeves should all see increased playing time due to Hawkins being sidelined.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Monday Hawkins is questionable for Monday's game against Portland due to lower back tightness.

Impact The Pelicans have yet another injury concern with Hawkins popping up on the report. If Hawkins is unable to play the second leg of this back-to-back set, Brandon Boston and Jamal Cain could both see hefty workloads Monday.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Puts up 19 points in loss Hawkins racked up 19 points (7-18 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, three assists and one block in 31 minutes during Sunday's 126-111 loss to the Hawks.

Impact Hawkins has been dealing with back tightness over the last few days, but the 22-year-old guard continues to play through the injury in what has been a breakout beginning to the season for him. The second-year player out of UConn has scored at least 15 points in five of his last six appearances and is averaging 21.7 points per game in a starting role. Expect him to maintain his role in the first unit for the foreseeable future -- or as long as Dejounte Murray (hand) and CJ McCollum (thigh) remain sidelined.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 4 • YOUTUBE

Available Sunday Hawkins (back) is available for Sunday's game against the Hawks, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.

Impact Hawkins is dealing with back tightness, though he will play through it in a depleted Pelicans' backcourt. The 22-year-old is in for an increased role in the starting five with CJ McCollum (thigh), Dejounte Murray (hand), Herbert Jones (shoulder), Trey Murphy (hamstring) and Zion Williamson (hamstring) all out. Hawkins has averaged 17.3 points, 4.8 rebounds and 1.2 assists across 32.0 minutes per game through six regular-season outings.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with back tightness Hawkins (back) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Atlanta.

Impact Hawkins is dealing with lower back tightness, and he is in jeopardy of missing his first game of the regular season. He injured his back during Friday's game against the Pacers which caused him to visit the locker room a couple times, and he finished that contest with 23 points, four rebounds and one assist over 37 minutes.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Goes for 23 points in win 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.

Impact 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 himself a key piece for the time being.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

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