New Orleans Pelicans vs Dallas Mavericks: preview and player stats (Mar 26, 2027)

Injury/Illness - Bilateral Patellar Tendinopathy (2026-11-14, DEN@NOP). Prior reporting (2026-11-14): Murphy (knees) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Nuggets. Murphy will miss a fourth straight game as he continues to battle bilateral patellar tendinopathy. His next opportunity to return to the court will come Monday against the Warriors. Saddiq Bey should continue to work in an elevated role in the meantime.

Injury/Illness - Left Ankle Sprain (2026-11-14, DEN@NOP). Prior reporting (2026-11-13): Murray (ankle) is out for Friday's game against Memphis. This was the expectation after the star guard requested a trade from the Pelicans earlier Friday. Given his standing with the club, Murray can be tentatively considered doubtful for future contests while New Orleans tries to find him another home.

Injury/Illness - Left Knee Contusion / Bone Bruise (2026-11-14, DEN@NOP). Prior reporting (2026-11-14): Missi (knee) has been upgraded to probable for Saturday's game versus the Nuggets. A bone bruise in Missi's left knee has kept him on the sidelines since Oct. 23, though he appears likely to end his 11-game stretch of absences Saturday.

Injury/Illness - Left Elbow Infection (2026-11-14, DEN@NOP). Prior reporting (2026-11-14): McGowens (elbow) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Nuggets. McGowens will miss his second game in as many days while continuing to deal with a left elbow infection. He'll have another chance to return to action Monday against the Warriors.

G League - Two-Way (2026-11-14, DEN@NOP).

Injury/Illness - Right Ankle Sprain (2026-11-14, DEN@NOP). Prior reporting (2026-11-14): Watford (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Denver. Watford will miss a fourth consecutive game Saturday due to a right ankle sprain, and it remains unknown how far away he is from returning.

G League - Two-Way (2026-11-14, DEN@NOP).

G League - Two-Way (2026-11-14, DEN@NOP).

Injury/Illness - Right Foot Surgery (2026-11-14, DAL@CLE). Prior reporting (2026-11-11): Lively (foot) is listed as out for Thursday's game in Minnesota. Lively is still working his way back from foot surgery. He's reportedly trending favorably, though he should continue to be classified as week-to-week, at least until the team provides an update. While Lively remains on the shelf, Daniel Gafford is expected to stay in the starting lineup, with Morez Johnson (shin), Santi Aldama and Moussa Cisse all in line to spend time at the five when needed.

Injury/Illness - Left Shin / Tibia Contusion (2026-11-14, DAL@CLE). Prior reporting (2026-11-13): Johnson (left shin contusion) is listed as probable for Saturday against Cleveland. Johnson appears to be trending toward availability after recently missing one game due to the shin injury. The rookie has averaged 6.9 points and 4.8 rebounds in 16.7 minutes per game this season, limiting his appeal to deeper fantasy formats.

Injury/Illness - Left Ankle Sprain (2026-11-14, DAL@CLE). Prior reporting (2026-11-14): Christie (ankle) has been downgraded to doubtful for Saturday's game against the Cavaliers Christie was initially listed as questionable for Saturday's contest due to a left ankle sprain, but it now appears likely that he'll miss the front end of his back-to-back set. Zaccharie Risacher and Naji Marshall stand to benefit from extra playing time if Christie sits.

Injury/Illness - Right Thumb Splint (2026-11-14, DAL@CLE).

Injury/Illness - Right Knee Sprain (2026-11-14, DAL@CLE). Prior reporting (2026-11-11): De Larrea (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game at Minnesota. De Larrea hasn't played since Oct. 26 due to a right knee sprain, but he's expected to be re-evaluated soon. Still, he can be considered week-to-week until Dallas provides an update on his progress.

Injury/Illness - Right Heel Bursitis (2026-11-14, DAL@CLE). Prior reporting (2026-11-11): Biberovic (heel) is out for Thursday's game against Minnesota. Biberovic remains plagued by right heel bursitis. The rookie forward carries no timetable for his season debut.