November 21, 2024
ANALYSISHawkins has missed the Pelicans' last seven outings due to a low back strain, though he appears to be nearing a return to game action. The second-year guard has returned to practice in a limited fashion, and the club could opt to work him back to playing form slowly. If Hawkins is ruled out,
Brandon Boston and
Elfrid Payton will likely continue to see an uptick in playing time, especially if
Brandon Ingram (ankle) is ruled out.