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Posts massive double-double Missi finished with 18 points (6-14 FG, 6-7 FT), 14 rebounds, two blocks and one steal over 32 minutes during Sunday's 121-116 loss to the Spurs.

Impact Missi's standout rookie season continued Sunday as he registered his sixth double-double of the campaign. He matched his career-best mark of 14 rebounds, and he's been trending straight up in fantasy leagues. Over his last five games, he's posting averages of 13.8 points, 10.6 rebounds and 1.2 blocks in 28.2 minutes.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Thursday Missi (ankle) is available for Thursday's game versus the Suns, Jim Eichenhofer of the Pelicans' official site reports.

Impact Missi has been upgraded from questionable to available Thursday despite dealing with a sprained right ankle. The rookie center is averaging 15.4 points, 10.4 rebounds, 1.8 blocks and 1.0 steals in 29.0 minutes across his last five appearances.

DECEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Thursday Missi is questionable for Thursday's game against the Suns due to a right ankle sprain.

Impact Missi is coming off one of his best performances of the season after a 23-point, 12-rebound double-double in the loss to the Hawks on Monday. He's started the last four games, scoring in double digits in each of those contests and also averaging 9.8 boards per game. If he can't go Thursday, then Daniel Theis would likely start at center.

DECEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Lands career-high 21 points Missi registered 23 points (11-14 FG, 1-4 FT), 12 rebounds, one block and one steal over 35 minutes during Monday's 124-112 loss to the Hawks.

Impact Missi recorded his third double-double in the past five games, including a career-high 21 points. Despite a brief trip to the locker room, Missi was able to return to action, also playing a career-high 35 minutes. The Pelicans are facing an uphill battle to make the playoffs, having won just four of their first 22 games. That could ensure Missi sticks in a sizeable role, even when they do get their full roster back on the court.

DECEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Checks back in Missi (leg) returned for the start of the second quarter Monday against Atlanta per the team's television broadcast.

Impact Missi limped off the floor seven minutes into the first quarter, but the medical staff was quick to clear him. He's expected to play a large role the rest of the way and got off to a quick start by adding six points on four attempts from the field.

DECEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Heads to locker room Missi (leg) went back to the locker room in the first quarter of Monday's game against the Hawks, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.

Impact Missi came up limping midway through the first quarter, and he quickly went back to the locker room. Daniel Theis would be slated to see increased minutes at center if Missi was unable to return to Monday's contest.

DECEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Productive again Friday Missi finished with 16 points (6-13 FG, 4-6 FT), 14 rebounds, one assist, three blocks and one steal in 31 minutes during Friday's 120-109 loss to the Grizzlies.

Impact Missi recorded his second double-double in the past three games, adding multiple blocks for the third straight game. It's been a varied season for the rookie center, although much better of late. Over the past two weeks, he has averaged 11.0 points, 9.3 rebounds and 2.5 combined steals and blocks in 26.8 minutes per game. Although his productivity could take a hit when the Pelicans are fully healthy, Missi should continue to play as their primary center option moving forward.

NOVEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Double-doubles in loss Missi registered 16 points (7-11 FG, 2-6 FT), 13 rebounds, two blocks and two steals over 31 minutes during Monday's 114-110 loss to the Pacers.

Impact Missi saw the largest workload of his campaign and recorded his third double-double in the process. Although the Pelicans are expected to get some reinforcements back Wednesday against Toronto, they are still very shorthanded in the frontcourt, meaning Missi's fantasy arrow will continue to point upward.

NOVEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Coming off bench Monday Missi is not in the Pelicans' starting lineup for Monday's game against the Pacers.

Impact Missi was cleared to play Monday after missing Friday's game due to left shoulder soreness, but the rookie first-round pick will come off the bench in his return. Missi started in 11 straight games prior to his injury, and for the season he is averaging 7.0 points, 6.9 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.1 blocks over 23.2 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Will play Monday Missi (shoulder) is available for Monday's game against Indiana, Erin Summers of the Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network reports.

Impact Missi was sidelined for Friday's game against the Warriors due to left shoulder soreness, but he will be available to play Monday. Missi was in the Pelicans' starting lineup in the 11 games prior to his injury, and over that span he averaged 7.1 points, 7.7 rebounds and 1.5 assists over 24.9 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to probable Missi (shoulder) has been upgraded to probable for Monday's game against the Pacers, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.

Impact Missi was originally listed as questionable, but the rookie is now expected to take the floor Monday evening. Missi is averaging 7.0 points, 6.9 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.1 blocks through the first 16 regular-season games.

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Monday vs. Indy Missi (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against Indiana.

Impact Missi is in jeopardy of missing his second consecutive matchup due to left shoulder soreness. The rookie has carved out a significant role through 16 regular-season appearances, and in his last five outings he has averaged 7.8 points, 9.2 rebounds and 1.8 assists while shooting 55.6 percent from the field across 25.2 minutes per game. Daniel Theis and Jeremiah Robinson-Earl are candidates for an increased role if Missi remains sidelined.

NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Friday Missi (shoulder) is out for Friday's game versus the Warriors.

Impact Missi has been downgraded from questionable to out Friday due to left shoulder soreness. Jeremiah Robinson-Earl, Trey Jemison and Daniel Theis are candidates to receive increased playing time in his absence. Missi's next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with Indiana.

NOVEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Friday Missi (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Warriors.

Impact Missi was cleared to play in Wednesday's loss to the Cavaliers, though he is still dealing with lingering left shoulder soreness that could hold him out of Friday's NBA Cup matchup. If the rookie big man is unable to suit up, Jeremiah Robinson-Earl and Trey Jemison are candidates for an increased role.

NOVEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared for Wednesday Missi (shoulder) will play Wednesday versus Cleveland.

Impact Missi continues his perfect attendance on the season and is in-line to make his 11th consecutive start. The rookie is averaging 5.7 points, 9.3 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 1.3 steals and 0.3 blocks in 27.0 minutes across his last three games.

NOVEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Wednesday Missi is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers due to left shoulder soreness.

Impact The Pelicans, who are already missing the majority of their regular rotation players for Wednesday, continue to be battered by injuries. Missi was a very late addition to the injury report, and that's a concern for his fantasy managers. If Missi is unable to play, Trey Jemison, Jeremiah Robinson-Earl and Daniel Theis could all be more involved for the Pelicans.

NOVEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Pulls down 12 rebounds Missi chipped in six points (2-6 FG, 2-2 FT), 12 rebounds and one steal over 29 minutes during Friday's 101-94 victory over the Nuggets.

Impact Missi didn't have his best shooting performance Friday, but the inconsistency in the scoring column is somewhat expected for a rookie who was always believed to be a work in progress on the offensive end of the court. He's making his presence felt on the glass, though. This 12-rebound haul was Missi's third straight game with double-digit boards, and he's averaging 7.6 boards per contest since he was moved to the starting lineup Nov. 1.

NOVEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Records double-double Missi supplied 10 points (5-5 FG), 10 rebounds and two assists over 26 minutes during Wednesday's 106-88 loss to Oklahoma City.

Impact Missi seems to be adjusting quickly to the pace of the NBA game and posted his second straight double-double while also making each of his five shots from the field. There's no question the rookie big man is trending in the right direction, as he's scored in double digits in three of his last four outings. He's also averaging 9.3 points, 6.5 rebounds and 1.3 blocks per game while shooting 76.2 percent from the field in that stretch. Small-sample size applies here, but he's definitively showing enough to remain as the Pelicans' starting center once the roster gets healthier.

NOVEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Notches first career double-double Missi had 17 points (7-8 FG, 3-4 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 30 minutes during Monday's 107-105 loss to the Nets.

Impact Missi had arguably the best showing of his young NBA career following one of his worst Friday against the Magic (zero points, one rebound, one steal and one block in 20 minutes). He paced the Pelicans with 11 boards and has now recorded at least one block in three straight appearances. There's little doubt that the opportunities to develop will continue to be there for Missi, especially while Herbert Jones (shoulder) and Zion Williamson (hamstring) remain sidelined.

NOVEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Grabs career-high 10 rebounds Missi finished Friday's 125-118 victory over Indiana with four points (2-5 FG), 10 rebounds and one block in 26 minutes.

Impact Missi replaced Daniel Theis in the starting lineup, hauling down a career-high 10 rebounds in the process. He has had a solid start to his NBA career, averaging 6.3 points, 6.0 rebounds and 1.7 blocks in just 20.9 minutes per game. While it is unclear whether he will remain a starter, it is a situation to keep a close eye on given his proven ability, especially on the defensive end.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE