Detroit Pistons vs New Orleans Pelicans Starting Lineups and Depth Charts
Updated Nov 11, with the latest lineups and odds
Projected starting lineups and depth for both teams, by minutes over recent games: Detroit Pistons at New Orleans Pelicans, 18 November 2026. The written preview, odds and model sit on the main preview page.
Projected Starting Fives
Projected minutes| Detroit Pistons | Position | New Orleans Pelicans |
|---|---|---|
Ausar Thompson 27.7 mpg · 9.3 pts  | PG |  Jeremiah Fears 29.7 mpg · 15.4 pts |
Cade Cunningham 33.4 mpg · 22.3 pts  | SG |  Dejounte Murray 31.4 mpg · 14.5 pts |
Duncan Robinson 31.0 mpg · 18.6 pts  | SF |  Zion Williamson 33.0 mpg · 21.0 pts |
Paul Reed 20.8 mpg · 11.4 pts  | PF |  Trey Murphy III 30.0 mpg · 15.6 pts |
John Collins 26.7 mpg · 10.7 pts  | C |  Karlo Matkovic 17.8 mpg · 9.0 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 18 November 2026, the Detroit Pistons are expected to start Cade Cunningham, Duncan Robinson, John Collins, Ausar Thompson and Paul Reed. The New Orleans Pelicans are expected to start Jeremiah Fears, Dejounte Murray, Karlo Matkovic, Zion Williamson and Trey Murphy III. Each five comes from the team's recent starts, with injured players taken out.
Who is out for Pistons vs Pelicans?
For 18 November 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.