Golden State Warriors vs New Orleans Pelicans Starting Lineups and Depth Charts
Updated Feb 24, after the final
Projected starting lineups and depth for both teams, by minutes over recent games: Golden State Warriors at New Orleans Pelicans, 24 February 2026. The written preview, odds and model sit on the main preview page.
Projected Starting Fives
Minutes this season| Golden State Warriors | Position | New Orleans Pelicans |
|---|---|---|
Brandin Podziemski 27.1 mpg · 17.0 pts  | PG |  Derik Queen 26.1 mpg · 13.4 pts |
Stephen Curry 31.4 mpg · 30.0 pts  | SG |  Saddiq Bey 30.6 mpg · 16.4 pts |
De'Anthony Melton 22.0 mpg · 10.6 pts  | SF |  Zion Williamson 29.7 mpg · 21.5 pts |
Draymond Green 26.5 mpg · 3.2 pts  | PF |  Herbert Jones 29.0 mpg · 6.5 pts |
Al Horford 21.0 mpg · 5.0 pts  | C |  DeAndre Jordan 18.3 mpg · 6.0 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 Golden State Warriors vs New Orleans Pelicans starting lineups?
For 24 February 2026, the Golden State Warriors are expected to start De'Anthony Melton, Draymond Green, Al Horford, Stephen Curry and Brandin Podziemski. The New Orleans Pelicans are expected to start Derik Queen, Saddiq Bey, Zion Williamson, Herbert Jones and DeAndre Jordan. Ruled out from the usual starters: Jimmy Butler (Out), Moses Moody (Out).
Who is out for Warriors vs Pelicans?
For 24 February 2026, the Golden State Warriors are without 4 players: Kristaps Porzingis (Out), Jimmy Butler (Out), Moses Moody (Out) and Gui Santos (Out), and the New Orleans Pelicans are without 3 players: Malik Dia (Doubtful), Jaron Pierre Jr. (Doubtful) and Yves Missi (Out). Statuses come from the latest injury report and update through the day until tip-off.