NEW ORLEANS PELICANS NEWS

Zion Williamson - Puts up 19 points against Bulls Williamson posted 19 points (6-11 FG, 7-8 FT), five rebounds and an assist across 31 minutes in Wednesday's 115-111 win over the Bulls.

Impact Williamson had scored at least 20 points in five of his previous six outings, and he also failed to do much in other categories, as this one will go down as a below-par performance for the star forward. That says a lot about his baseline and potential, but even with a few down games here and there, his role as one of the Pelicans' top offensive threats is not under question. Williamson will try to deliver a bounce-back performance when the Pelicans take on the Trail Blazers on Thursday in the second leg of a back-to-back.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Brandon Ingram - Comes close to double-double Ingram recorded 22 points (8-14 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 5-6 FT), nine rebounds, three assists and a steal across 33 minutes in Wednesday's 115-111 win over the Bulls.

Impact Ingram continues to play well after a four-game absence due to a concussion, as the veteran forward has scored at least 20 points in three of his four appearances since returning to the hardwood. Even though he has to share the ball with Zion Williamson and CJ McCollum, Ingram has managed to get his fair share of opportunities on offense and should continue to produce at a very high level.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

New Orleans hosts conference foe Portland

Portland takes on New Orleans for a Western Conference matchup Thursday

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • Associated Press

Photos: Bulls lose to Pelicans 115-111 at the United Center Photos from the Chicago Bulls' 115-111 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2022, at the United Center.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM

DeMar DeRozan scores 33 points and Zach LaVine adds 23, but the Chicago Bulls fade late in a 115-111 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans Zach LaVine scored 23 points but missed 9 of 12 3-point attempts in the Chicago Bulls' 115-111 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday...

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM

Ingram's 22 points rally Pelicans to 115-111 win over Bulls

Brandon Ingram scored 18 of his 22 points in the second half, including seven straight late in the fourth quarter, to give the New Orleans Pelicans a 115-111 victory over the Chica...

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • Associated Press

Preview: Pelicans vs Bulls The Pelicans have lost three in a row away from home. Can they snap that losing streak tonight against the Bulls?

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Preview: Pelicans vs Bulls The Pelicans have lost three in a row away from home. Can they snap that losing streak tonight against the Bulls?

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Larry Nance Jr. - Won't play Wednesday Nance (knee) will miss Wednesday's game versus the Bulls, Rob Schaefer of NBC Sports Chicago reports.

Impact Nance was listed as a question mark leading up to Wednesday's contest and was believed to be an option despite hyperextending his knee Monday. He will need at least a night off and will instead look toward the second game of a back-to-back set Thursday against Portland for his next chance to dress.

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Garrett Temple - Out again Wednesday Temple (personal) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Chicago.

Impact Temple will remain sidelined due to personal matters. He hasn't seen the floor since Oct. 30, but he's totaled just 21 minutes across two appearances this season, so his prolonged absence hasn't impacted the Pelicans' rotation.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Larry Nance Jr. - Officially listed as questionable Nance (knee) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Bulls.

Impact As expected, Nance avoided a major injury and has a chance to suit up Wednesday after leaving Monday's game against the Pacers with a knee injury. An MRI revealed no structural damage, and the big man is being listed with a left knee hyperextension. Nance is expected to receive treatment leading up to the game, but it wouldn't be surprising to see New Orleans err on the side of caution and hold him out for at least one contest to prevent further injury.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Larry Nance Jr. - Could play Wednesday Nance (knee) avoided a major injury during Monday's game against the Pacers and may be able to play as soon as Wednesday against the Bulls, Andrew Lopez of ESPN reports.

Impact There was initial concern that Nance suffered an ACL or meniscus injury, but testing in the locker room during Monday's game ruled those out. More tests will presumably be done Tuesday and Wednesday with the hopes the big man can get back on the court against the Bulls.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jonas Valanciunas - Efficient performance Monday Valanciunas closed Monday's 129-122 loss to the Pacers with 14 points (7-9 FG), seven rebounds and two assists across 22 minutes.

Impact Although Valanciunas' final stat line might not be eye-popping, he was extremely efficient -- he ended two boards shy of posting another double-double and only missed two shots from the field. Relegated to a secondary role on offense behind the likes of CJ McCollum, Brandon Ingram and Zion Williamson, Valanciunas is still a solid fantasy performer across all formats and has four double-doubles across 10 appearances while averaging 14.4 points, 10.3 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Zion Williamson - Sniffs triple-double in loss Williamson registered 26 points (10-15 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 4-6 FT), seven rebounds, seven assists, one block and two steals over 34 minutes during Monday's 129-122 loss to the Pacers.

Impact Williamson ended just three boards and three assists shy of putting up what would've been his first triple-double of the season, but the star forward continues to perform at an excellent level both in real life and fantasy formats. Even though his 53.9 percent from the field would represent a career-low mark for him, that speaks volumes of how efficient he is at his best, and considering he didn't play a single game during the 2021-22 campaign, he might need a few more weeks to be at his very best in terms of game shape.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Brandon Ingram - Excellent despite loss Ingram totaled 29 points (12-24 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, two assists and two blocks over 37 minutes during Monday's 129-122 loss to the Pacers.

Impact Ingram didn't miss a beat despite missing four games with a concussion, and he has surpassed the 25-point plateau in two of his last three outings since returning to action. Excluding the game in which he had to leave due to the aforementioned injury, Ingram has been outstanding with 25 or more points in all but one game. He's also shooting an impressive 54.5 percent from three-point range, and while some regression can be expected in that department, there's no question he's started the season on a very efficient note.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

New Orleans faces Chicago on 3-game road skid

New Orleans is looking to break its three-game road losing streak with a victory against Chicago

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • Associated Press