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Ready for some good news?
Alvin Gentry just announced moments ago that the regular rotation will welcome back Brandon Ingram and Frank Jackson to action. Although Lonzo Ball, Derrick Favors and Josh Hart remain out, the New Orleans Pelicans have found some success behind Jrue Holiday, JJ Redick and others of late in winning three of their last five contests.
On the flip side, Carmelo Anthony will suit up for the first time for the Portland Trail Blazers and is expected to start, but he’ll be limited to about 20 minutes of run. However, Damian Lillard has been ruled out with back spasms, so this development could be of great concern to CJ McCollum.
Leading the NBA with 56 deflections, @Jrue_Holiday11 turns defense into offense for the @PelicansNBA! #NBABreakdown
— NBA (@NBA) November 19, 2019
: POR / NOP
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One has to believe that Holiday should be able to focus most of his defensive energy on CJ with Portland missing its star. Do I need to remind anyone of Holiday’s performance against CJ and Dame a few years back in the playoffs?
Geaux Pels!
Where To Watch/Listen
What: New Orleans Pelicans (4-9) vs Portland Trail Blazers (5-9)
Where: Smoothie King Center
When: Tuesday, November 19, 2019 7:00 PM CDT.
How: FSNO, NBAtv