New Orleans Pelicans vs Sacramento Kings: preview and player stats (Dec 13, 2026)

Injury/Illness - Bilateral Patellar Tendinopathy (2026-11-13, MEM@NOP). Prior reporting (2026-11-12): Murphy (knee) is listed as doubtful for Friday's game against the Grizzlies. Murphy is now in line to miss a third consecutive contest with a knee issue. Herbert Jones should continue to start for the Pelicans on Friday, but Saddiq Bey is likely to notice a larger bump in fantasy value.

Injury/Illness - Left Knee Contusion / Bone Bruise (2026-11-13, MEM@NOP). Prior reporting (2026-11-12): Missi (knee) is listed as doubtful for Friday's game against the Grizzlies. The doubtful tag is Missi's first since going down with a knee bone bruise in late October, signaling he's at least inching closer toward returning. Karlo Matkovic is in line for at least one more start at center for the Pelicans on Friday.

Injury/Illness - Left Elbow Infection (2026-11-13, MEM@NOP). Prior reporting (2026-11-12): McGowens (elbow) is listed as doubtful for Friday's game against the Grizzlies. McGowens is expected to miss the first leg of this back-to-back set due to a left elbow infection. With Trey Murphy (knees) and Bennedict Mathurin (thumb) also doubtful to play, Jordan Poole, AJ Johnson and Herbert Jones are in line for increased burn.

Injury/Illness - Right Thumb Sprain (2026-11-13, MEM@NOP). Prior reporting (2026-11-12): Mathurin (thumb) is listed as doubtful for Friday's game against Memphis. Mathurin is expected to miss a second consecutive contest with a right thumb sprain. The Pelicans are also listing Trey Murphy (knees), Yves Missi (knee) and Bryce McGowens (elbow) as doubtful, so the team could be shorthanded in the front end of this back-to-back set. If Mathurin is ruled out, Jordan Poole and Herbert Jones would be candidates for increased minutes.

Injury/Illness - Right Ankle Sprain (2026-11-13, MEM@NOP). Prior reporting (2026-11-12): Watford (ankle) is listed as out for Friday's game against the Grizzlies. Friday marks a third consecutive absence for Watford, who has no timetable for a return with a sprained ankle. His absence solidifies DeAndre Jordan's spot in the center rotation.

G League - Two-Way (2026-11-13, MEM@NOP).

G League - Two-Way (2026-11-13, MEM@NOP).

Injury/Illness - Left Ankle Soreness (2026-11-13, POR@SAC). Prior reporting (2026-11-13): Achiuwa (ankle) is questionable to play Friday's game against the Trail Blazers. Achiuwa is dealing with left ankle soreness after exiting Tuesday's 107-100 loss to Orlando during the third quarter. He was unable to return to the contest, and his questionable designation suggests there's a decent chance he'll be forced to sit out against Portland. If Achiuwa is sidelined, Dylan Cardwell and Keegan Murray should earn the vacated minutes, with Murray the likeliest to join the starting unit.

Injury/Illness - Right Achilles Tendon Repair / Surgery (2026-11-13, POR@SAC). Prior reporting (2026-10-21): Simmons underwent successful surgery Tuesday to repair a torn right Achilles tendon, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports. Simmons had a quality preseason, averaging 10.5 points, 4.0 rebounds and 4.0 assists over 17.4 minutes per contest (two games). The 30-year-old was on track to suit up for the Kings on opening night, though those plans were halted after he suffered a torn Achilles tendon during practice. Now, Simmons will focus on rehab. However, it's unknown what the future holds regarding his career in the NBA. Previously reported out for season.

G League - Two-Way (2026-11-13, POR@SAC).

Injury/Illness - Right Patella Subluxation (2026-11-13, POR@SAC). Prior reporting (2026-11-10): Raynaud (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against Orlando. Raynaud is expected to be re-evaluated soon, though he can be considered week-to-week until the Kings offer an update on his status. Dylan Cardwell and Precious Achiuwa will likely continue seeing increased burn in Raynaud's absence.

G League - On Assignment (2026-11-13, POR@SAC).

G League - Two-Way (2026-11-13, POR@SAC).