Detroit Pistons vs New Orleans Pelicans Starting Lineups and Depth Charts
Updated Jan 21, after the final
Projected starting lineups and depth for both teams, by minutes over recent games: Detroit Pistons at New Orleans Pelicans, 21 January 2026. The written preview, odds and model sit on the main preview page.
Projected Starting Fives
Minutes this season| Detroit Pistons | Position | New Orleans Pelicans |
|---|---|---|
Daniss Jenkins 15.8 mpg · 12.7 pts  | PG |  Jeremiah Fears 26.5 mpg · 15.4 pts |
Ausar Thompson 26.1 mpg · 9.3 pts  | SG |  Zion Williamson 29.2 mpg · 21.0 pts |
Cade Cunningham 35.5 mpg · 22.3 pts  | SF |  Trey Murphy III 35.7 mpg · 15.6 pts |
Duncan Robinson 28.9 mpg · 18.6 pts  | PF |  Saddiq Bey 29.9 mpg · 15.5 pts |
Paul Reed 12.1 mpg · 11.4 pts  | C |  Derik Queen 26.1 mpg · 12.5 pts |
Starters are not published in advance. These five are the heaviest minute-earners on each contracted roster who can cover all five positions between them. Every game's starting lineups →
Depth chart
Quick answers2 questions
What are the Detroit Pistons vs New Orleans Pelicans starting lineups?
For 21 January 2026, the Detroit Pistons are expected to start Duncan Robinson, Cade Cunningham, Ausar Thompson, Daniss Jenkins and Paul Reed. The New Orleans Pelicans are expected to start Jeremiah Fears, Trey Murphy III, Derik Queen, Saddiq Bey and Zion Williamson. Ruled out from the usual starters: Jalen Duren (Out).
Who is out for Pistons vs Pelicans?
For 21 January 2026, the Detroit Pistons are without 2 players: Jalen Duren (Out) and Isaiah Joe (Out), and the New Orleans Pelicans are without 4 players: Malik Dia (Doubtful), Jaron Pierre Jr. (Doubtful), Yves Missi (Out) and Trendon Watford (Out). Statuses come from the latest injury report and update through the day until tip-off.