Kelly Olynyk News, Rumors, Updates - San Antonio Spurs

Undergoes heel surgery The Pelicans announced Monday that Olynyk recently underwent a minimally invasive surgery on his left heel and ultrasound-guided tendon debridement.

Impact Olynyk missed the final three games of the regular season with what was described as left Achilles tendinitis, so this surgery was likely to address that. Olynyk faces a recovery timetable of 3-4 months, so his status for Opening Night in 2025-26 shouldn't be in doubt. Olynyk, who is entering the final year of his contract, averaged 10.7 points, 5.9 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 0.9 steals per game in his 20 appearances with the Pelicans after he was acquired via trade with Toronto.

APRIL 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

On this day: Kelly Olynyk, Gabe Pruitt, Jack Foley born; 'Celtic Pride' debuts On this day, Kelly Olynyk, Gabe Pruitt, and Jack Foley were born, and the film 'Celtic Pride' came out.

APRIL 19, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Out for Sunday Olynyk (Achilles) is out for Sunday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Olynyk will end the season on the sidelines since he'll miss a third straight game with left Achilles tendinitis. The Pelicans were eliminated from playoff contention a while ago, so there's no point in risking the veteran forward. Olynyk ends the season with averages of 10.7 points, 5.9 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 0.9 steals per game in his 20 starts with New Orleans since being traded from Toronto midway through the season.

APRIL 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Oklahoma City plays New Orleans on 3-game win streak

Oklahoma City comes into a matchup with New Orleans as winners of three games in a row

APRIL 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Adebayo has 23 points and 12 rebounds as the Heat pound the Pelicans 153-104.

Bam Adebayo had 23 points and 12 rebounds and the Miami Heat defeated reeling and injury-depleted New Orleans 153-104 in what became the Pelicans’ most lopsided regular season loss...

APRIL 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Out again Friday Olynyk (Achlles) will not play Friday against the Heat.

Impact Olynyk will miss a second straight contest and it's unclear if he'll be able to play in the final game of the season Sunday against the Thunder. Karlo Matkovic (hamstring) and Jeremiah Robinson-Earl could pick up the slack in the meantime.

APRIL 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

New Orleans faces Miami, seeks to halt 5-game slide

New Orleans looks to break its five-game skid when the New Orleans Pelicans play Miami

APRIL 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't play vs. Milwaukee Olynyk (Achilles) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Bucks.

Impact After a forgettable eight-point performance in Tuesday's loss to the Nets, Olynyk will be on the shelf for Thursday's game in Milwaukee due to an Achilles issue. The Pelicans will likely turn to Karlo Matkovic and Jeremiah Robinson-Earl to help pick up the slack in the frontcourt.

APRIL 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Tuesday Olynyk (Achilles) is available for Tuesday's game against the Nets.

Impact Left Achilles tendonosis won't stop Olynyk from suiting up Tuesday, and the veteran big man will be returning from a one-game absence Sunday against the Bucks. Olynyk has been a steady contributor over his last 10 appearances (all starts), during which he's averaged 11.3 points, 5.1 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 1.2 steals and 0.5 blocks in 25.8 minutes while shooting 55.3 percent from the floor.

APRIL 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Tuesday Olynyk is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Nets due to left Achilles tendonosis.

Impact The veteran big man sat out Saturday's game against the Bucks for rest purposes, but he's now in danger of missing Tuesday's contest with an Achilles issue. Keion Brooks would likely draw the start at power forward against Brooklyn if Olynyk remains out, with Karlo Matkovic likely splitting the frontcourt reserve minutes with Jeremiah Robinson-Earl in this case.

APRIL 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

New Orleans visits Brooklyn on 4-game road slide

New Orleans will look to end its four-game road skid when the Pelicans face Brooklyn

APRIL 7, 2025 • Associated Press

Gary Trent Jr.'s 29 points and Brook Lopez's double-double help the Bucks top the Pelicans 111-107

Gary Trent Jr. scored a season-high 29 points, and the Milwaukee Bucks improved their hold on fifth place in the Eastern Conference by defeating the New Orleans Pelicans 111-107

APRIL 7, 2025 • Associated Press

Milwaukee faces New Orleans on 3-game win streak

Milwaukee comes into a matchup with New Orleans as winners of three straight games

APRIL 6, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't play vs. Milwaukee Olynyk (rest) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bucks.

Impact Olynyk will not be available for the Pelicans on Sunday due to rest reasons. The veteran big man's next chance to return to the floor for New Orleans will be Tuesday against the Nets.

APRIL 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Alvarado has go-ahead 3-point play in the Pelicans' 98-94 win over the Hornets

Jose Alvarado had a go-ahead three-point play on a reverse layup with 31 seconds left and the New Orleans Pelicans outlasted the Charlotte Hornets 98-94 on Sunday night

MARCH 31, 2025 • Associated Press

Available Sunday Olynyk (Achilles) is available for Sunday's game against the Hornets.

Impact Olynyk will shake off a questionable tag due to left Achilles tendonosis and suit up Sunday. The veteran big man has played in seven consecutive games (all starts), averaging 10.9 points, 5.4 rebounds, 4.4 assists and 1.3 steals across 27.3 minutes per contest.

MARCH 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Sunday Olynyk is questionable for Sunday's game against Charlotte with left Achilles tendonosis.

Impact The Pelicans tend to be pretty cautious with their veteran players, so a maintenance day could be on the table here. If Olynyk is held out Sunday, guys like Karlo Matkovic and Jeremiah Robinson-Earl could step into larger roles.

MARCH 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Teases triple-double Monday Olynyk recorded 14 points (5-8 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 11 rebounds, seven assists and three steals over 30 minutes during Monday's 112-99 victory over the 76ers.

Impact The veteran center came within shouting distance of his first career triple-double, but instead had to settle for his second double-double of the season. Olynyk's three pilfers were also a season high, and in six contests since returning from a two-game absence to attend to a personal matter he's averaged 11.7 points, 5.3 boards, 4.8 assists, 1.2 steals, 0.8 threes and 0.7 blocks while shooting 64.4 percent from the floor.

MARCH 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pelicans use balanced scoring to send the 76ers to their 5th straight loss, 112-99

Karlo Matkovic had a season-high 19 points and eight assists, Antonio Reeves had five 3-pointers and 17 points and the New Orleans Pelicans beat the Philadelphia 76ers 112-99

MARCH 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Holland has big final quarter and scores season-high 26 points to lead Pistons over Pelicans 136-130

Ron Holland II scored 14 of his season-high 26 points in the fourth quarter, and the Detroit Pistons beat CJ McCollum and the New Orleans Pelicans 136-130

MARCH 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Decent stat line Friday Olynyk ended with 10 points (4-4 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds, four assists and one steal across 22 minutes during Friday's 134-93 loss to the Timberwolves.

Impact Olynyk didn't miss a single shot from the field in this game and posted decent contributions in peripheral categories, but he didn't see a lot of time due to the nature of the game. Olynyk isn't expected to carry the Pelicans on offense on any given game, but the veteran, who regularly finds a way to stuff the stat sheet, should remain valuable in fantasy as long as he remains in a starting role.

MARCH 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Monday Olynyk (finger) is available for Monday's game against the Pistons.

Impact Olynyk popped up on Sunday's injury report due to a left finger sprain, but the issue isn't severe enough for him to miss Monday's game. He's coming off a well-rounded game against the Spurs on Saturday, finshing with 14 points, seven assists, six rebounds and one steal over 31 minutes.

MARCH 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Working through finger sprain Olynyk is listed as questionable for Monday's game against Detroit due to a left finger sprain.

Impact Olynyk may have picked up the injury during the Pelicans' loss to the Spurs on Saturday. Karlo Matkovic, Bruce Brown and Jeremiah Robinson-Earl would stand to see their minutes increase if Olynyk is unable to play Monday. Olynyk has averaged 10.6 points, 7.1 rebounds and 3.8 assists over 25.8 minutes per game since the All-Star break.

MARCH 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Excels in spot start Olynyk accumulated 14 points (7-12 FG), six rebounds, seven assists and one steal over 31 minutes during Saturday's 119-115 loss to the Spurs.

Impact Olynyk filled in for Zion Williamson (personal) and posted a solid stat line. The veteran big man has occasionally popped with impressive totals since joining the Pelicans, but the standout performances have been limited to spot starts and cleanup work. Although the Pelicans were forced to part with Brandon Ingram as a result of Olynyk's trade, New Orleans also received two draft picks from the Raptors and appear to have gotten the better half of the deal. Although Yves Missi, Karlo Metkovic and Mo Bamba are above Olynyk on the depth chart at center, he's very capable of manning the four as he did during Saturday's loss.

MARCH 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Vassell scores 22 points and Spurs hold off Pelicans, who were without Williamson

Devin Vassell scored 22 points and the San Antonio Spurs held on to beat the New Orleans Pelicans 119-115

MARCH 16, 2025 • Associated Press

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