Game Thread: Missing three usual starters again, Pelicans’ role players must rise up to challenge against Grizzlies

For a third straight game, the New Orleans Pelicans will be without three starters: Zion Williamson (left hand fracture), Brandon Ingram (left ankle sprain) and Steven Adams (right first MTP sprain).

Josh Hart will also miss his 22nd straight contest.

The Memphis Grizzlies will be without Grayson Allen (abdominal soreness) and Sean McDermott (left foot soreness).

Jaren Jackson Jr. is in Memphis’ starting lineup and expected to appear in both games coming on consecutive days for the first time this season. He had previously missed the front end of the last three back-to-backs since returning from a torn meniscus suffered in the Orlando bubble.

For more on today’s matchup, please give our preview a read.

Geaux Pels!

Who: New Orleans Pelicans (31-37) at Memphis Grizzlies (34-33)

When: May 10, 7:00 p.m. Central

Where to watch: Bally Sports New Orleans

Where to listen: ESPN 100.3 FM

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