New Orleans Pelicans injury report and the Timberwolves injuries
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Timberwolves Fri 8:00 PM ETThe New Orleans Pelicans list 5 players on the injury report: Yves Missi (Out, expected back 8 Nov), Malik Dia (Doubtful), Jaron Pierre Jr. (Doubtful), Trey Murphy III (Questionable) and Jordan Poole (Probable). Their next game is against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday 6 November 2026, who list 3 players: Donte DiVincenzo (Out, expected back 2 Apr), Anthony Edwards (Out, expected back 21 Dec) and Terrence Shannon Jr. (Out, expected back 6 Nov). The report was last updated Wednesday 4 November at 1:40 PM ET.
Updated Wed, Nov 4 1:40 PM ET
New Orleans Pelicans injury report
Injury/Illness - Left Knee Contusion / Bone Bruise (2026-11-04, UTA@NOP). Prior reporting (2026-10-30): Missi (knee) won't play in Saturday's game against Atlanta. Missi sustained a bone bruise in his left knee during the 120-119 loss to Utah on Oct. 23. The 22-year-old hasn't played since, and considering he doesn't have a definitive return date, he should be considered week-to-week. Without Missi on the floor, DeAndre Jordan, Derik Queen and Karlo Matkovic could all see more action, though it appears none of them are a lock to take over the interim starting center job at the moment.
Expected back 8 Nov
G League - Two-Way (2026-11-04, UTA@NOP).
G League - Two-Way (2026-11-04, UTA@NOP).
Injury/Illness - Bilateral Patella Tendinopathy (2026-11-04, UTA@NOP). Prior reporting (2026-11-03): Murphy (knee) is probable for Wednesday's game versus the Jazz. Murphy played through the knee issues and logged 40 minutes in Monday's 135-134 win over the Grizzlies, so it clearly didn't impact his playing time. It appears he'll continue to push through the pain Wednesday.
Injury/Illness - Left Ankle Tendinopathy / Tendinitis (2026-11-04, UTA@NOP). Prior reporting (2026-11-03): Poole (ankle) is listed as probable for Wednesday's game against Utah. Poole is expected to return from a three-game layoff for the meeting with the Jazz on Wednesday. The 27-year-old hasn't had a memorable 2026-27 campaign thus far, averaging 6.0 points, 2.0 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 1.3 steals across 16.0 minutes per contest. If Poole is cleared for action, it would likely mean fewer minutes for Bryce McGowens and Trendon Watford.
Minnesota Timberwolves injury report
Injury/Illness - Right Achilles Tendon Repair / Surgery (2026-11-04, MIN@HOU). Prior reporting (2026-10-05): DiVincenzo (Achilles) remains confident that he'll return during the 2026-27 season, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic reports. DiVincenzo is approaching six months since tearing his right Achilles during the first round of the playoffs and has been rehabbing with the expectation that he'll play at some point this season. The veteran guard has sought advice from Jayson Tatum, Tyrese Haliburton and Damian Lillard during his recovery, though Minnesota has yet to establish a timetable for his return.
Expected back 2 Apr
Injury/Illness - Right Knee Arthroscopy (2026-11-04, MIN@HOU). Prior reporting (2026-10-29): Edwards underwent a successful arthroscopic procedure on his right knee Thursday, the Timberwolves announced. Edwards underwent debridement surgery in Minnesota, though the team did not provide a timetable for his return. The star guard is expected to make a full recovery, with additional updates coming as he progresses through rehabilitation. Based on previous reporting from ESPN's Shams Charania, Edwards could miss up to two months. Edwards was off to a scorching start this season, averaging 33.3 points, 4.8 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 2.0 steals across four appearances.
Expected back 21 Dec
Injury/Illness - Left Hip Contusion (2026-11-04, MIN@HOU). Prior reporting (2026-11-04): Shannon (hip) is out for Wednesday against the Rockets. Shannon was unable to shake his questionable tag for this contest. He's having an excellent season off the bench for Minnesota, and his absence opens the door for players such as Bones Hyland, Isaiah Evans and Jaylen Clark.
Expected back 6 Nov
Expected starting five vs Timberwolves
Depth chart →
| Jersey number | Player | Position | Games played | Minutes per game | Points per game | Rebounds per game | Assists per game | Steals per game | Blocks per game | Field goal percentage | Three-point percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Zion Williamson | F | 7 | 32.2 | 21.3 | 5.3 | 2.7 | 2.7 | 0.4 | 63.6% | 42.9% |
| 5 | Dejounte Murray | G | 4 | 32.3 | 17.8 | 5.8 | 6.0 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 46.8% | 20.0% |
| 41 | Saddiq Bey | F | 7 | 26.2 | 15.6 | 3.9 | 1.7 | 1.1 | 0.1 | 48.7% | 35.3% |
| 25 | Trey Murphy III | F | 7 | 33.0 | 14.9 | 4.6 | 3.4 | 0.9 | 0.1 | 45.5% | 38.5% |
| 0 | Jeremiah Fears | G | 7 | 27.2 | 12.9 | 4.3 | 4.9 | 0.9 | 0.6 | 41.1% | 24.1% |
| 22 | Derik Queen | C | 7 | 23.7 | 12.4 | 7.7 | 2.6 | 1.1 | 0.6 | 52.7% | 42.9% |
| 17 | Karlo Matkovic | F-C | 6 | 18.2 | 10.0 | 4.5 | 0.8 | 1.3 | 0.5 | 64.7% | 52.6% |
| 21 | Yves Missi | C | 2 | 19.6 | 9.5 | 7.5 | 2.5 | 1.0 | 2.0 | 88.9% | 0.0% |
| 2 | Herbert Jones | F | 7 | 22.1 | 7.1 | 2.7 | 1.0 | 1.1 | 0.1 | 45.5% | 31.6% |
| 9 | Bennedict Mathurin | G-F | 7 | 16.9 | 7.1 | 2.0 | 1.7 | 0.4 | 0.0 | 43.9% | 26.3% |
| 12 | Trendon Watford | F | 3 | 16.9 | 6.3 | 3.0 | 1.0 | 1.3 | 0.3 | 50.0% | 0.0% |
| 6 | DeAndre Jordan | C | 2 | 16.7 | 6.0 | 6.5 | 1.0 | 0.0 | 1.0 | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| 3 | Jordan Poole | G | 4 | 15.9 | 6.0 | 2.0 | 3.0 | 1.3 | 0.5 | 19.0% | 21.4% |
| 13 | Julian Reese | F | 1 | 3.1 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| 11 | Bryce McGowens | G | 4 | 7.6 | 1.8 | 0.5 | 0.8 | 1.3 | 0.3 | 33.3% | 0.0% |
| 8 | AJ Johnson | G | 1 | 3.1 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 1.0 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 67 | Taj Gibson | F | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 10 | Jaron Pierre Jr. | G | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 8 | Malik Dia | F | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 34 | Jalon Moore | F | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Quick answers3 questions
Who is injured for the New Orleans Pelicans?
The New Orleans Pelicans list 5 players on the injury report: Yves Missi (Out, expected back 8 Nov), Malik Dia (Doubtful), Jaron Pierre Jr. (Doubtful), Trey Murphy III (Questionable) and Jordan Poole (Probable).
Who is injured for the Minnesota Timberwolves?
The Minnesota Timberwolves list 3 players: Donte DiVincenzo (Out, expected back 2 Apr), Anthony Edwards (Out, expected back 21 Dec) and Terrence Shannon Jr. (Out, expected back 6 Nov). They play the New Orleans Pelicans next on Friday 6 November 2026, and both lists sit side by side on this page.
Is Trey Murphy III playing on Friday 6 November 2026?
Trey Murphy III is listed as Questionable, so his status on Friday 6 November 2026 is still open. Injury/Illness - Bilateral Patella Tendinopathy (2026-11-04, UTA@NOP). Prior reporting (2026-11-03): Murphy (knee) is probable for Wednesday's game versus the Jazz.