Pelicans-Pistons Injury Report: Key Players' Availability for Thursday Night Game The New Orleans Pelicans and Detroit Pistons will face off in an interconference matchup at the Palace of Auburn Hills on Thursday night. The game, scheduled for 7:00 p.m. ET, marks a critical opportunity for both teams to rebound from recent losses. The Pistons, with a 52-20 record, aim to secure a win after a home defeat to the Atlanta Hawks, while the Pelicans, sitting at 25-48, seek to end a two-game losing streak following a road loss to the New York Knicks. For the Pistons, Jalen Duren led the team in Wednesday’s game against the Hawks, posting 26 points, 14 rebounds, and three assists. Daniss Jenkins also contributed significantly with 19 points, three rebounds, and 10 assists. However, the team faces potential absences due to injuries. Duren, listed as probable after managing a right knee injury, is expected to play but may be limited. Tobias Harris, dealing with left hip soreness, is questionable for the game and could miss his first contest since March 13. Other players on the injury report include Ausar Thompson (right ankle), Duncan Robinson (right wrist), Javonte Green (left ankle), and Marcus Sasser (right hip), all listed as probable. Caris LeVert has been ruled out due to left knee soreness, while Cade Cunningham and Isaiah Stewart remain sidelined. The Pelicans’ injury concerns center around Trey Murphy III and Dejounte Murray. Murphy III, recovering from a right ankle sprain, is questionable for the game and could miss his first contest since Feb. 28. If sidelined, Yves Missi, Jeremiah Fears, and Jordan Poole may see increased playing time.#detroit_pistons #new_orleans_pelicans #jalen_duren #zion_williamson #trey_murphy_iii
