Karlo Matkovic News, Rumors, Updates - New Orleans Pelicans

Fares well off bench Matkovic finished with 10 points (4-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), eight rebounds, one assist, three blocks and one steal across 18 minutes during Tuesday's 113-109 win over the Warriors.

Impact Matkovic recorded a season-high three blocks in the win, providing a big lift off the bench on both sides of the floor. His workloads haven't been large enough for him to make a consistent impact in fantasy, however. Over his last seven games, he's averaging 16.6 minutes with 7.6 points, 4.6 rebounds, 1.0 assists, 1.0 blocks and 1.1 three-pointers.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

DeAndre Jordan responds to rare playing time with a vintage performance in a Pelicans victory

DeAndre Jordan says he understood he might not play much with New Orleans this season and was grateful to see his first game action in three-plus months against Philadelphia

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Jordan Poole's 2nd-half surge helps the Pelicans top the 76ers, 126-111

Jordan Poole highlighted a 23-point performance with five 3-pointers, and the New Orleans Pelicans outscored Philadelphia 60-35 during the final 21 minutes to beat the 76ers 126-11...

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Flirts with double-double Matkovic ended Monday's 120-94 win over the Kings with 12 points (4-6 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds and one assist in 19 minutes.

Impact Despite Monday's strong effort, Matkovic appears to be the No. 3 center choice behind Derik Queen and Yves Missi. Over his last seven contests, Matkovic has averaged 4.9 points, 3.7 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 0.9 steals in 13.6 minutes per game.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Busy on defensive end in loss Matkovic posted two points (1-1 FG), five rebounds, one assist, two blocks and two steals in 16 minutes off the bench during Saturday's 124-114 loss to the 76ers.

Impact It's the first time since Jan. 4 that Matkovic has recorded multiple steals and blocks in the same game. The second-year big has found a consistent role in New Orleans' frontcourt rotation, playing double-digit minutes with the second unit in 11 straight games while averaging 5.1 points, 3.0 boards, 0.9 blocks, 0.8 threes and 0.6 steals in 15.0 minutes.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Limited again in loss Matkovic supplied five points (2-3 FG, 1-2 3Pt), two rebounds and one block in 14 minutes during Wednesday's 112-104 loss to the Pistons.

Impact Matkovic failed to score more than five points for the sixth time in the past eight games, continuing to play as a third-string center option behind Derik Queen and Yves Missi. Although he appears to have carved out a regular spot in the rotation, at this point, it is not substantial enough to warrant any real fantasy attention. In 14 games over the past month, he has averaged just 5.4 points and 3.2 rebounds in 14.5 minutes per game.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Murphy's 34 points and Bey's clutch play push the Pelicans past the Nets, 116-113

Trey Murphy III scored 34 points, Saddiq Bey made a 3-pointer, converted an offensive rebound into a dunk and hit two free throws in the final 1:04, and the New Orleans Pelicans ed...

JANUARY 15 • Associated Press

Reverting to bench Friday Matkovic won't start against the Wizards on Friday.

Impact 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.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Inserted into starting lineup Matkovic is in the Pelicans' starting lineup against the Hawks on Wednesday.

Impact 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.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

James and Doncic each score 30 to help the Lakers hold off the Pelicans 111-103

LeBron James scored 30 points, Luca Doncic capped his 30-point, 10-assist performance with a pair of off-balance, bail-out 3s as the shot clock wound down, and the Los Angeles Lake...

JANUARY 7 • Associated Press

Back to bench Tuesday Matkovic is not in the Pelicans' starting lineup against the Lakers on Tuesday.

Impact Matkovic will revert to a bench role Tuesday due to the return of Derik Queen. Matkovic made his first start of the season during Sunday's 125-106 loss to the Heat, when he finished with four points, six rebounds, one assist and two blocks over 24 minutes.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Making first start of season Matkovic is part of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against Miami.

Impact Matkovic will make his first start of the campaign, slotting in at the power forward spot between Zion Williamson and Derik Queen. Matkovic is fresh off his best game of the season, as he totaled 16 points, two rebounds, two assists and two blocks across 20 minutes Friday against Portland.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Deni Avdija has 34 points and 11 assists in the Trail Blazers' 122-109 win over the Pelicans

Deni Avdija had 34 points and 11 assists and the Portland Trail Blazers beat the injury-depleted New Orleans Pelicans 122-09 on Friday night

JANUARY 3 • Associated Press

Limited to 14 minutes Matkovic ended Monday's 119-113 win over the Mavericks with five points (2-4 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 0-2 FT), six rebounds, one assist and one block over 14 minutes.

Impact Matkovic is currently at the edge of New Orleans' rotation, keeping him miles from fantasy relevance in standard formats. Over his last five appearances, Matkovic has averaged 4.0 points, 4.6 rebounds and 1.0 assists in 11.6 minutes per contest.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Zion Williamson finds Karlo Matkovic for alley-oop from DEEP #pelicans #mavericks #highlights

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • YOUTUBE

James Borrego's Brave Derik Queen Decision Pays Off vs. Bulls The New Orleans Pelicans rode with Karlo Matkovic in the fourth quarter to secure their second consecutive win.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • SI.COM

Returns with eight points Matkovic (calf) tallied eight points (4-5 FG), six rebounds, one assist and one block across 18 minutes off the bench in Thursday's 125-116 loss to the Timberwolves.

Impact Matkovic made his return after missing New Orleans' previous eight games while recovering from a calf strain. He immediately reclaimed a spot in the Pelicans' frontcourt rotation and could have a chance at seeing his minutes pick up in future contests with Zion Williamson (adductor) out for at least three weeks and with Herbert Jones (calf) remaining without a clear target date for a return.

DECEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Karlo Matkovic on return to action | Pelicans-Timberwolves Shootaround 12/4/25

DECEMBER 4, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Available to play Matkovic (calf) will be available to play Thursday against the Timberwolves, Jim Eichenhofer of the Pelicans' official site reports.

Impact Matkovic will shake off a questionable tag and will make his first appearance since Nov. 17. With Zion Williamson (adductor) out several weeks and Yves Missi (foot, ankle) sidelined, Matkovic could get right back into the rotation Thursday.

DECEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Termed questionable Matkovic (calf) is questionable for Thursday's game against Minnesota.

Impact Matkovic has missed eight consecutive games, so Thursday's questionable tag is a positive development in his recovery from a strained right calf. Even if he's unavailable Thursday, it looks like he's getting close to returning. Before sustaining the injury, Matkovic appeared in 12 games, averaging 4.9 points and 2.8 rebounds across 11.4 minutes.

DECEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Tuesday Matkovic (calf) won't suit up for Tuesday's game versus the Timberwolves.

Impact Tuesday will be the eighth consecutive game on the inactive list for Matkovic, and the Timberwolves haven't discussed him making any progress in his recovery, so he should be considered week-to-week moving forward. Matkovic belongs on the waiver wire in fantasy leagues.

DECEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Matkovic (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Matkovic will miss his seventh consecutive contest due to a right calf strain, and there remains no clear timetable for his return to game action. His next opportunity to suit up will come Tuesday against the Timberwolves.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out vs. Golden State Matkovic (calf) is out for Saturday's game at Golden State.

Impact Matkovic is working his way back to full fitness after a calf injury, but he doesn't seem ready to return yet. His next chance to play will come against the Lakers on Sunday in the second leg of a back-to-back set.

NOVEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Remaining out vs. Memphis Matkovic (calf) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact Matkovic will miss his fifth consecutive contest due to a right calf strain, and his next opportunity to play will come Saturday against the Warriors. With the big man remaining on the shelf, Saddiq Bey, Derik Queen and Yves Missi are candidates for a slight bump in minutes.

NOVEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't suit up Monday Matkovic (calf) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Bulls.

Impact Matkovic will miss his fourth consecutive contest due to a right calf strain. His next opportunity to play will come Wednesday against the Grizzlies. With the 24-year-old sidelined, Derik Queen, Saddiq Bey and Yves Missi are candidates to see a bump in minutes.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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DeAndre Jordan responds to rare playing time with a vintage performance in a Pelicans victory

Jordan Poole's 2nd-half surge helps the Pelicans top the 76ers, 126-111

Murphy's 34 points and Bey's clutch play push the Pelicans past the Nets, 116-113

James and Doncic each score 30 to help the Lakers hold off the Pelicans 111-103

Deni Avdija has 34 points and 11 assists in the Trail Blazers' 122-109 win over the Pelicans