Key Takeaways

• Yves Missi was diagnosed with a left knee bone bruise and is expected to miss a period of time, with no specific return timeline provided at the time of the update.
• Missi had appeared to be a bright spot early in the season, averaging 9.5 points, 7.5 rebounds and 2.5 assists across the first two games, while shooting at an 88.9 percent clip from the field.
• The Pelicans opened the season 0-2, dropping a close home loss to the Pacers (123-120) and then another tight road defeat to Utah (120-119), indicating the team is competitive but struggling to close out games.
• Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints relayed the injury news and noted there is no established return date yet; ongoing updates on Missi’s condition will be provided as available.
• New Orleans is slated to visit the Denver Nuggets for a 9 PM ET matchup, aiming to secure their first win of the season while adjusting to Missi’s absence.