Phoenix Suns vs New Orleans Pelicans: preview and player stats (Nov 23, 2026)
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Phoenix Suns at New Orleans Pelicans
Smoothie King Center · New Orleans, LA
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Season leaders, per game
NOP
PHX25.5PointsNOP21.9
PHX7.3ReboundsNOP7.7
- PHX5.0AssistsNOP5.2
PHX2.0StealsNOP1.9
PHX1.0BlocksNOP2.7
| PHX | Stat | NOP |
|---|---|---|
| 5–6 | Record | 4–10 |
| Offense | ||
| −4.3(better), 20th in the league | Net rating | 25th in the league, −8.6 |
| 111.2(better), 17th in the league | Offensive rating | 20th in the league, 110.2 |
| 100.5, 21st in the league | Pace | 4th in the league, 102.9 |
| 54.4(better), 11th in the league | eFG% | 23rd in the league, 51.9 |
| 12.0(better), 9th in the league | TOV% | 19th in the league, 13.4 |
| 24.7(better), 24th in the league | OREB% | 25th in the league, 24.4 |
| 0.226, 28th in the league | FT rate | 1st in the league, 0.372(better) |
| Defense | ||
| 115.6(better), 26th in the league | Defensive rating | 29th in the league, 118.8 |
| 54.8(better), 21st in the league | Opp. eFG% | 29th in the league, 57.0 |
| 14.3(better), 4th in the league | Opp. TOV% | 14th in the league, 12.9 |
| 66.5, 30th in the league | DREB% | 17th in the league, 72.7(better) |
| 0.315(better), 23rd in the league | Opp. FT rate | 28th in the league, 0.353 |
This season's meetings
They have not met this season.
Injury report
Phoenix Suns
- Mark WilliamsOut· back Feb 3
Report note
Injury/Illness - Left Shoulder Surgery (2026-11-15, LAL@PHX). Prior reporting (2026-09-11): Williams underwent surgery Thursday to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder and will miss an extended period of time, Shams Charania of ESPN reports. This is a tough blow for the center with training camp right around the corner. With his status for Opening Night in jeopardy, this will put a lot of eyes on Oso Ighodaro and Khaman Maluach, with the latter already drawing buzz during the Summer League. More clarity on Williams' timeline should be known in the coming weeks.
- Drew TimmeOut· back Nov 15Report updated ·
Report note
G League - Two-Way (2026-11-15, LAL@PHX). Prior reporting (2026-11-13): The Suns claimed Timme off waivers Monday, per Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.com. After being let go by Minnesota on Saturday, Timme wasn't allowed to go through waivers unclaimed without Phoenix snatching him up. With Mark Williams (shoulder) likely out through the All-Star break, Timme helps reinforce Phoenix's depth at center.
New Orleans Pelicans
- Trey Murphy IIIOut· back Nov 16Report updated ·
Report note
Injury/Illness - Bilateral Patellar Tendinopathy (2026-11-16, GSW@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.
- Dejounte MurrayOut· back Nov 20Report updated ·
Report note
Injury/Illness - Left Ankle Sprain (2026-11-16, GSW@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.
- Bryce McGowensOut· back Nov 18Report updated ·
Report note
Injury/Illness - Left Elbow Infection (2026-11-16, GSW@NOP). Prior reporting (2026-11-15): 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.
- Bennedict MathurinOut· back Nov 18Report updated ·
Report note
Injury/Illness - Left Plantar Fasciitis (2026-11-16, GSW@NOP). Prior reporting (2026-11-15): Mathurin is out for Saturday's game against the Nuggets due to left plantar fasciitis. Mathurin will miss a second game of the Pelicans' last three, leaving New Orleans without a key second-unit scorer. Mathurin is averaging 5.5 points, 1.8 rebounds and 1.2 assists across 15.3 minutes per game so far. His next chance to suit up will come Monday at home against the Warriors.
- Julian ReeseQuestionableReport updated ·
Report note
G League - Two-Way (2026-11-16, GSW@NOP).
- Trendon WatfordOut· back Nov 16Report updated ·
Report note
Injury/Illness - Right Ankle Sprain (2026-11-16, GSW@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.
- Jaron Pierre Jr.QuestionableReport updated ·
Report note
G League - Two-Way (2026-11-16, GSW@NOP).
- Malik DiaQuestionableReport updated ·
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G League - Two-Way (2026-11-16, GSW@NOP).
| Player | MIN | PTS | REB | AST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Devin Booker | 34.0 | 25.5 | 2.5 | 5.0 |
 Dillon Brooks | 29.8 | 14.9 | 3.8 | 2.1 |
| Miles Bridges | 29.7 | 14.6 | 7.3 | 3.1 |
 Jalen Green | 27.1 | 11.8 | 3.4 | 3.1 |
| Collin Gillespie | 24.4 | 7.7 | 2.2 | 4.1 |
| Player | MIN | PTS | REB | AST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trey Murphy III | 32.8 | 15.6 | 4.8 | 3.6 |
| Zion Williamson | 32.6 | 21.9 | 5.4 | 2.7 |
 Dejounte Murray | 31.4 | 13.4 | 4.6 | 4.4 |
| Jeremiah Fears | 29.5 | 15.3 | 4.5 | 5.2 |
 Saddiq Bey | 28.4 | 16.5 | 4.1 | 2.3 |
Last five games
| Date | Opponent | Result | Spread | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 12 |  | Won 101–96 | −6.5, did not cover | 214.5, went under |
| Nov 10 |  | Won 133–110 | −3.5, covered | 224.5, went over |
| Nov 9 |  | Lost 96–122 | +9.5, did not cover | 224.5, went under |
| Nov 7 |  | Won 102–99 | +6.5, covered | 223.5, went under |
| Nov 5 |  | Won 117–104 | −1.5, covered | 222.5, went under |
| Date | Opponent | Result | Spread | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14 |  | Lost 108–116 | +12.5, covered | 236.5, went under |
| Nov 13 |  | Lost 111–142 | +3.5, did not cover | 235.5, went over |
| Nov 11 |  | Lost 111–145 | −2.5, did not cover | 228.5, went over |
| Nov 9 |  | Lost 87–138 | +11.5, did not cover | 228.5, went under |
| Nov 8 | | Lost 123–139 | −1.5, did not cover | 226.5, went over |
Standings
Full standings
- Trey Murphy IIINOPOutCost −2.4 per 100
- Mark WilliamsPHXOutCost −1.8 per 100
- Dejounte MurrayNOPOutCost −1.5 per 100
11 more injury costs and matchups — with Pro
What each absence costs in Keel Impact, the key players’ last five games, each defense by position and both teams against the line — with Pro
The box score appears at tip-off.
Season series
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