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Moda Center, Portland, OR
Photos: Pelicans at Warriors | Game Action 4/12/2024Game action photos from the Golden State Warriors vs. New Orleans Pelicans game on Friday, April 12 during the 2023-24 NBA season.
Deandre Ayton - Shut down with back injuryAyton won't return to Friday's game against the Rockets due to low back soreness. He registered six points (3-10 FG, 0-2 3Pt), two rebounds, one assist and one steal in 23 minutes...
ImpactThe Blazers will likely turn to Duop Reath and Moses Brown at center with Ayton set to miss the rest of the second half. It's unclear at this time whether Ayton will be available for the regular-season finale Sunday in Sacramento.
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Jabari Walker - Won't return FridayWalker won't return to Friday's game against the Rockets due to a left knee injury. He finished with nine points (3-4 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-4 FT) and five rebounds in 14 minutes.
ImpactThe Trail Blazers didn't mention any specifics, and the severity of the issue is unclear. But given where Portland is in the standings, they won't be taking any chances. Justin Minaya could see additional minutes in the second half.
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Chris Paul - Back to benchPaul will move back to the bench for Friday's game against the Pelicans, Dalton Johnson of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
ImpactThis is an expected move with Klay Thompson back in the lineup after missing Thursday's game versus Portland. In his spot start Thursday, Paul logged eight points, four assists, three rebounds, one block and one steal in 32 minutes.
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Dalano Banton - Cleared to play FridayBanton (ankle) is available for Friday's game against Houston.
ImpactBanton will return from a one-game absence after sitting out Thursday against the Warriors. He had a featured role prior to the injury, and he's likely to be very involved in the offense Friday.
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Justin Minaya - Available FridayMinaya (finger) has been cleared to play Friday against the Rockets.
ImpactMinaya has been given the green light after being added to the injury report as a game-time decision due to a left index finger sprain. He's averaging 4.3 points, 3.5 rebounds and 2.0 assists over his last four matchups.
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Dario Saric - Cleared to playSaric (knee) is available Friday against New Orleans, Kendra Andrews of ESPN.com reports.
ImpactSaric hasn't been much of a factor within Golden State's rotation of late, but he'll be active if needed. He's appeared in one game since March 20.
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