Yves Missi News, Rumors, Updates - New Orleans Pelicans

Ejected Wednesday Missi was ejected from Wednesday's game after getting into an altercation with Jerami Grant.

Impact Missi and Grant got tangled up jostling for a rebound, and while there was some aggressive pushing and shoving, no punches were thrown. We wouldn't anticipate any further disciplinary action from the league for Missi's actions Wednesday night.

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't see floor Missi (coach's decision) did not see the floor during Monday's 121-98 loss to the Suns.

Impact Following a three-game absence with an illness, Missi was removed from the injury report prior to this game, but coach Willie Green opted not to play him. Whether this was strictly a coach's decision or a matter of the team being cautious with the big man remains to be seen, but it was a puzzling decision as far as fantasy managers are concerned. A lot of eyes will be on the center rotation for Wednesday's game against Portland.

NOVEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to available Missi (illness) is available for Monday's game against the Suns, Jim Eichenhofer of the Pelicans' official site reports.

Impact Following a three-game absence with an illness, Missi is good to go Monday. The second-year big man should be able to play his normal role, which figures to cut into the playing time of Kevon Looney most noticeably. Missi has averaged 7.8 points, 6.6 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 1.2 blocks in 23.2 minutes per contest across five games this season.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Monday Missi (illness) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Suns.

Impact Missi has missed three consecutive games due to illness and could be sidelined for a fourth Monday. If he's unable to go, Kevon Looney is likely to draw another start, while rookie Derik Queen should see plenty of opportunities in the frontcourt.

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Fox scores 24 points in season debut, Wembanyama has 18 points, 18 rebounds as Spurs top Pelicans

De’Aaron Fox scored 24 points in his season debut, Victor Wembanyama added 18 points and 18 rebounds, and the San Antonio Spurs beat the New Orleans Pelicans 126-119 on Saturday ni...

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Listed out for Saturday Missi (illness) is out for Saturday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Missi is set to miss a third consecutive game with an illness. The second-year big man should remain day-to-day prior to Monday's matchup with the Suns. With another absence looming for Missi, Kevon Looney and Derik Queen should share the center minutes once again.

NOVEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Wednesday Missi (illness) won't play Wednesday against the Mavericks.

Impact Missi will miss his second game in a row Wednesday, but the center remains day-to-day. His next chance to play comes Saturday against the Spurs. With Missi out, Derik Queen will have a chance to build on his career night Tuesday against Charlotte.

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Listed out for Tuesday Missi (illness) will not play Tuesday against Charlotte.

Impact Tuesday's game is the front end of a back-to-back set, so it will be interesting to see if he's able to return Wednesday against the Mavericks. With Missi sidelined Tuesday, the Pelicans could turn to Kevon Looney, DeAndre Jordan and Derik Queen, but there are a lot of question marks in New Orleans right now after their slow start.

NOVEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable with illness Missi (illness) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Hornets.

Impact The Pelicans will likely see how Missi is feeling closer to Tuesday's tipoff before determining his status. Should he not feel well enough to play, Kevon Looney and Derik Queen would likely form a timeshare for the center minutes.

NOVEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Kawhi Leonard wins it at buzzer, Clippers hold off hot-shooting Pelicans 126-124

Kawhi Leonard made a buzzer-beater and finished with 34 points to give the Los Angeles Clippers a 126-124 win over the New Orleans Pelicans in the first game of the NBA Cup group s...

NOVEMBER 1, 2025 • Associated Press

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NOVEMBER 1, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Coming off bench Wednesday Missi isn't part of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against Denver.

Impact Missi played just 19 minutes in his last outing, which came after a one-game absence due to an ankle injury. The center will come off the bench for Wednesday's tilt, as the recently signed DeAndre Jordan will draw the start in his second appearance with the Pelicans.

OCTOBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Perfect from line in return Missi (ankle) finished with 11 points (3-4 FG, 5-5 FT), seven rebounds and three assists across 19 minutes Monday in the Pelicans' 122-90 loss to the Celtics.

Impact After spraining his right ankle in the Pelicans' season-opening loss to the Grizzlies last Wednesday, Missi missed one game before returning to action Monday as a member of the starting five. He had played 19 minutes through the game's first three quarters, and after resting to begin the fourth quarter, Missi ended up staying on the bench the rest of the night after the Celtics' lead swelled to 20 points with just five minutes remaining in the period. Missi was at least reasonably productive during his time on the court, highlighted by a perfect showing from the free-throw line. Assuming he didn't have any complications with his ankle coming out of Monday's contest, Missi should see at least a slight uptick in his minutes Wednesday in Denver.

OCTOBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Monday Missi started Monday's game against the Celtics, per the broadcast.

Impact It was initially reported that Saddiq Bey would get the starting nod at center, but Missi ultimately drew the start instead. He recorded five points (2-4 FG, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds, one assist, one steal and one block in 23 minutes during Wednesday's season-opening loss to Memphis. However, he sprained his right ankle against the Grizzlies and missed Friday's loss to the Spurs.

OCTOBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't start Monday Missi won't start in Monday's game against Boston, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.

Impact The 21-year-old big man will return to game action after missing Friday's loss to the Spurs due to a sprained right ankle, though Saddiq Bey will get the starting nod at center. Missi sustained the ankle injury in Wednesday's season-opening loss to the Grizzlies, during which he recorded five points (2-4 FG, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds, one assist, one steal and one block in 23 minutes.

OCTOBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to available Missi (ankle) is available for Monday's game against Boston, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.

Impact Missi will be returning from a one-game absence Monday. With Zion Williamson (foot) questionable, and several frontcourt players injured, Missi could be looking at a big workload against Boston.

OCTOBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Yves Missi talks Injury Status | Pelicans-Celtics Shootaround 10/27/2025

OCTOBER 27, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Boston visits New Orleans after Brown's 41-point game

Boston faces the New Orleans Pelicans after Jaylen Brown scored 41 points in the Celtics' 119-113 loss to the Detroit Pistons

OCTOBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Iffy for Monday MIssi (ankle) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Celtics.

Impact Missi is in jeopardy of missing his second consecutive contest due to a sprained right ankle he sustained in Wednesday's season-opening loss to the Grizzlies. However, the big man was a full participant in Sunday's practice, which bodes well for his availability Monday. If he's unable to face Boston, Derik Queen, Karlo Matkovic (back) and DeAndre Jordan are candidates for an uptick in minutes.

OCTOBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Full practice participant Missi (ankle) was a full practice participant Sunday, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.

Impact Missi exited Wednesday's season opener against the Grizzlies with a right ankle injury, which kept him sidelined for Friday's matchup with the Spurs. The big man's return to practice is an encouraging sign that a comeback could be near, with his next opportunity to play coming Monday against the Celtics.

OCTOBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play vs. Spurs Missi (ankle) won't play in Friday's game against San Antonio.

Impact Missi can be considered day-to-day prior to Monday's game against the Celtics. Derik Queen is set up for a possible spot start at center Friday, with DeAndre Jordan a candidate to back him up. The Pelicans could also use Zion Williamson as a small-ball center at times against the Spurs.

OCTOBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pelicans sign center DeAndre Jordan following injuries to Kevon Looney and Yves Missi

The New Orleans Pelicans have signed 17-year NBA veteran center DeAndre Jordan as they cope with recent injuries to Kevon Looney and Yves Missi

OCTOBER 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Questionable for Friday Missi (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game against the Spurs, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.

Impact Missi rolled his right ankle late in Wednesday's 128-122 loss to Memphis, and he may not be cleared to suit up Friday. With Kevon Looney already out with a knee injury, Derik Queen and Saddiq Bey would likely see more playing time in the frontcourt if Missi is also sidelined.

OCTOBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Exits with ankle injury Missi rolled his right ankle with 4:32 left in the fourth quarter of Wednesday's 128-122 loss to Memphis, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports. Missi did not return.

Impact Missi looked to be in significant pain after rolling his ankle, and head coach Willie Green didn't offer an update on Missi's status postgame. Missi logged five points (2-4 FG, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds, one assist, one steal and one block over 23 minutes before exiting. With Kevon Looney (knee) sidelined into November and Karlo Matkovic (elbow) also injured, the Pelicans would be left with Derik Queen and two-way player Hunter Dickinson at the center spot if Missi is forced to miss time. A status update should come ahead of Friday's matchup with the Spurs.

OCTOBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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