NBA: New York Knicks vs New Orleans Pelicans Injury Report, Predicted Lineups and Starting fives
On Saturday, the New York Knicks and the New Orleans Pelicans will face off in an exciting 2021-22 NBA season matchup at Smoothie King Center.
So far this NBA season, the Knicks have been unstoppable. With a 4-1 win-loss record, they are atop the Eastern Conference standings and coming off a two-game winning run.
In their previous game, they defeated the in-form Chicago Bulls 104-103. Kemba Walker’s 21 points and Julius Randle’s near triple-double were enough to give the Knicks the win in the tie.
Meanwhile, the Pelicans have had a poor start to the season, winning only one of their five games. The Sacramento Kings upset them 109-113 in their previous game, despite Brandon Ingram and Jonas Valanciunas combining for 46 points.
New York Knicks Injury Report
Nerlens Noel has been declared out of this game by the New York Knicks. Because of a knee ailment, the center has yet to make its season debut.
New Orleans Pelicans Injury Report
Zion Williamson will be unavailable for the New Orleans Pelicans (foot injury). Meanwhile, Garrett Temple is listed as day-to-day after missing the previous game due to an ankle sprain.
New York Knicks vs New Orleans Pelicans: Predicted Lineups
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New York Knicks
The New York Knicks are unlikely to make any lineup adjustments. On the backcourt, Kemba Walker is expected to start alongside Evan Fournier, with RJ Barrett, Julius Randle, and Mitchell Robinson rounding out the starting group. Off the bench, Derrick Rose, Taj Gibson, and Alec Burks are expected to see the most minutes.
New Orleans Pelicans
For this game, the New Orleans Pelicans aren’t expected to make any changes to their starting lineup. If they do, Josh Hart, who returned from a quad injury last game, may take the place of Herb Jones in the frontcourt.
Brandon Ingram, Jonas Valanciunas, Devonte’ Graham, and Nickeil Alexander-Walker are all expected to keep their starting positions. Off the bench, Trey Murphy, Kira Lewis Jr., and Jaxson Hayes are expected to see the most action.
New York Knicks vs New Orleans Pelicans: Predicted Starting 5s
New York Knicks
Point Guard – Kemba Walker | Shooting Guard – Evan Fournier | Small Forward – RJ Barrett | Power Forward – Julius Randle | Center – Mitchell Robinson.
New Orleans Pelicans
Point Guard – Nickeil Alexander-Walker | Shooting Guard – Devonte’ Graham | Small Forward – Herb Jones | Power Forward – Brandon Ingram | Center – Jonas Valanciunas.