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LIVE: Pelicans at Thunder Pregame w/ Willie Green 12/23/2022
DECEMBER 23, 2022 • YOUTUBE
CJ McCollum - Questionable Friday McCollum is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Thunder due to right calf soreness.
Impact McCollum is coming off his season high in points and arguably his best overall game of the year. The Pelicans could be cautious with his injury, as Friday's matchup is the second night of a back-to-back. If McCollum is unable to suit up, Dyson Daniels, Jose Alvarado and Devonte' Graham will likely receive extended minutes.
DECEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Zion Williamson - Out again Friday Williamson (COVID-19 protocols) remains out for Friday's game versus the Thunder.
Impact Williamson was placed in the health and safety protocols ahead of Thursday's tilt versus the Spurs, so this seemed the likely outcome for the star big man. He will have some additional days to clear protocols this time around, as the Pelicans don't retake the floor until Monday versus the Pacers. Larry Nance (Achilles), if healthy, Naji Marshall, and the other forwards should have additional minutes to claim in the interim.
DECEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Larry Nance Jr. - Questionable against Thunder Nance (Achilles) is questionable to play in Friday's game versus the Thunder.
Impact Nance has missed the previous two games due to right Achilles soreness. If Nance isn't able to suit up Friday, his next opportunity to play is Monday's matchup with Indiana.
DECEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Trey Murphy III - Plays well in Zion's absence Murphy ended with 15 points (5-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-5 FT), four rebounds, one assist and two steals in 28 minutes during Thursday's 126-117 victory over San Antonio.
Impact Murphy had been cold before his past two outings, shooting 30.6 percent from the field and 29.2 percent from three from Dec. 9 through Dec. 17. While he's still a modest 2-for-6 from distance over the past two games, he's a much improved 57.1 percent from the field. Fantasy managers should continue rostering Murphy, though once Brandon Ingram (toe) and Zion Williamson (COVID-19 protocols) are back, he may have fewer opportunities.
DECEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Kira Lewis Jr. - Recalled by Pelicans Lewis was recalled from the G League's Birmingham Squadron on Friday.
Impact Lewis was sent to the G League on Monday and saw considerable run with the Squadron, but he'll rejoin the parent club and be available for Friday's game against the Thunder. He logged four points and a rebound in six minutes during his lone appearance with the Pelicans this year.
DECEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Pelicans vs. Thunder: Storming Back Up The Standings The New Orleans Pelicans look to continue their winning ways against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
DECEMBER 23, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Pelicans vs. Thunder: Storming Back Up The Standings The New Orleans Pelicans look to continue their winning ways against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
DECEMBER 23, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Thunder Gameday: Finishing the Week Against a Western Conference Contender Oklahoma City will host the New Orleans Pelicans at Paycom Center to round out this week’s slate.
DECEMBER 23, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Naji Marshall - Balanced showing in start Marshall chipped in seven points (3-6 FG, 1-2 3Pt), five rebounds and two assists over 25 minutes during Thursday's 126-117 win over the Spurs.
Impact Marshall got the start in place of Zion Williamson (COVID-19 protocols), setting his highest minute total since Dec. 15. Marshall has tallied at least five points and five rebounds in eight games this season.
DECEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Willy Hernangomez - Sets season high in scoring Hernangomez closed with 13 points (3-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 7-7 FT), seven rebounds, five assists, two blocks and one steal over 22 minutes during Thursday's 126-117 win over the Spurs.
Impact Hernangomez saw an all-around showing in Thursday's victory, leading the Pelicans second unit in points, rebounds and assists while securing a season-high scoring total. Hernangomez, who was perfect at the free throw line, has recorded 10 or more points on three occasions this season.
DECEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Jonas Valanciunas - Another double-double in victory Valanciunas had 16 points (6-14 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist and one steal in 26 minutes during Thursday's 126-117 victory over the Spurs.
Impact Valanciunas led the Pelicans in rebounds en route to his second straight double-double. Valanciunas has tallied at least 15 points and 10 rebounds in 10 games this season.
DECEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
CJ McCollum - Season-high scoring outing in win McCollum had 40 points (14-27 FG, 7-14 3Pt, 5-5 FT), eight rebounds, nine assists, two blocks and one steal over 37 minutes during Thursday's 126-117 victory over San Antonio.
Impact McCollum secured a season-high scoring mark while finishing one assist and two rebounds shy of a triple-double. McCollum, who has scored 30 or more points in two straight games, also tied a season-high mark from three in Thursday's victory.
DECEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Oklahoma City hosts New Orleans following McCollum's 40-point game

New Orleans plays the Oklahoma City Thunder after CJ McCollum scored 40 points in the Pelicans' 126-117 win over the San Antonio Spurs
DECEMBER 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
McCollum has season-high 40, Pelicans beat Spurs 126-117 CJ McCollum scored a season-high 40 points and the New Orleans Pelicans beat the San Antonio Spurs 126-117 on Thursday night to end their fo...
DECEMBER 23, 2022 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM
Willy Hernangomez Recaps Win | Pelicans vs. Spurs Postgame Interview 12/22/2022
DECEMBER 23, 2022 • YOUTUBE
Willie Green on CJ McCollum, Win | Pelicans vs. Spurs Postgame Interview 12/22/2022
DECEMBER 23, 2022 • YOUTUBE
CJ McCollum Drops 40 Points In Pelicans Win! | December 22, 2022
DECEMBER 23, 2022 • YOUTUBE

McCollum scores 40, Pelicans top Spurs 126-117 to end skid

CJ McCollum scored a season-high 40 points and the New Orleans Pelicans beat the San Antonio Spurs 126-117 to end their four-game losing streak
DECEMBER 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
William Guillory: CJ McCollum is officially done for the night... - The Athletic CJ McCollum is officially done for the night. He finishes with 40 points, 8 rebounds, 9 assists, 2 blocks and a steal. One of his best games...
DECEMBER 23, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
William Guillory: CJ McCollum pulls up for the 3 ball in... - The Athletic CJ McCollum pulls up for the 3 ball in transition to give him 40 points tonight. It's his 9th career 40-point game, his first as a member of...
DECEMBER 23, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
William Guillory: Pelicans players with at least 40 points, 8... - The Athletic Pelicans players with at least 40 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists in a single game: Anthony Davis DeMarcus Cousins Tyreke Evans CJ McCollum
DECEMBER 23, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
CJ McCollum Highlights vs. Spurs 40pt, 9ast, 8reb, 2blk, 1stl (12/22/2022)
DECEMBER 23, 2022 • YOUTUBE
San Antonio Spurs vs New Orleans Pelicans - Full Game Highlights | December 22, 2022 NBA Season
DECEMBER 23, 2022 • YOUTUBE
CJ McCollum Drops 40 PTS on the Spurs Full Highlights 🔥
DECEMBER 23, 2022 • YOUTUBE
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