MARCH 25, 2023•NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Starting Lineups for Hornets at MavericksA look at the first five on the floor.
Starting Lineups for Hornets at MavericksA look at the first five on the floor.
MARCH 25, 2023•CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
Svi Mykhailiuk - Gets starting nodMykhailiuk is in the starting five for Friday's game versus Dallas.
ImpactMykhailiuk will replace Kelly Oubre (shoulder) in the starting lineup Friday. Mykhailiuk will make his first start of the year against the Mavericks.
MARCH 25, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Trey Murphy III - Questionable for SaturdayMurphy is questionable for Saturday's game versus the Clippers due to left great toe irritation.
ImpactThis is unfortunate for the Pelicans, as Murphy has been on a tear from beyond the arc. Over the past 11 games, the sharpshooter has averaged 3.8 three-pointers per game. If he's unable to play Saturday, the Pelicans could turn to Josh Richardson and Naji Marshall to pick up the slack.
MARCH 25, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Terry Rozier - Officially out FridayRozier (foot) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Dallas.
ImpactNo surprises here, as Rozier was carrying a doubtful tag prior to this update. His next chance to play will be a rematch against Dallas on March 26. Dennis Smith Jr. will get the start in Rozier's absence, and Svi Mykhailiuk will look to build on his momentum after scoring 15 points versus the Pelicans on Thursday.
MARCH 24, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Kelly Oubre Jr. - Won't play FridayOubre (shoulder) is out for Friday's game versus the Mavericks.
ImpactOubre has been downgraded from questionable to out Friday due to a right shoulder strain. Dennis Smith and Bryce McGowens are candidates to see extended minutes in his absence. Oubre's next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Dallas.
MARCH 24, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Dennis Smith Jr. - Gets starting nodCoach Steve Clifford said Smith is in the starting lineup and will guard Kyrie Irving in Friday's matchup with Dallas, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.
ImpactSmith's insertion in the starting lineup likely means either Terry Rozier (foot) or Kelly Oubre (shoulder) won't play Friday. Smith is averaging 10.3 points, 6.8 assists, 4.3 rebounds and 2.1 steals in 31.4 minutes across 13 starts this season.
MARCH 24, 2023•ROTOWIRE
