The New Orleans Pelicans hit the road to face the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday for their first encounter of the 2024-25 season. The Pelicans previously swept the Sixers 2-0 in their 2023-24 season series.
New Orleans Pelicans vs Philadelphia 76ers: Starting Lineups and Depth Charts
Pelicans Starting Lineup and Depth Chart for Jan. 10
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The Pelicans are projected to use a starting lineup of Dejounte Murray (PG)C.J. McCollum (SG)Brandon Boston (SF)Zion Williamson (PF) and Yves Missi (C).
| Position | Starter | 2nd | 3rd |
| PG | Dejounte Murray* | Jose Alvarado | CJ McCollum |
| SG | CJ McCollum | Brandon Boston | Jordan Hawkins |
| SF | Brandon Boston | Javonte Green | Jamal Cain |
| PF | Zion Williamson | Jeremiah Robinson-Earl | Javonte Green |
| C | Yves Missi | Daniel Theis | Jeremiah Robinson-Earl |
76ers Starting Lineup and Depth Chart for Jan. 10
Meanwhile, the Sixers are expected to deploy a starting lineup of Tyrese Maxey (PG)Kelly Oubre Jr. (SG)Paul George (SF)Caleb Martin (PF) and Guerschon Yabusele (C).
| Position | Starter | 2nd | 3rd |
| PG | Tyrese Maxey | Reggie Jackson | Jeff Dowtin Jr. |
| SG | Kelly Oubre Jr. | Eric Gordon | Paul George* |
| SF | Paul George* | Ricky Council IV | Caleb Martin |
| PF | Caleb Martin | Guerschon Yabusele | Ricky Council IV |
| C | Guerschon Yabusele | Adem Bona |
New Orleans Pelicans vs Philadelphia 76ers: Injury Reports
Pelicans injury report for Jan. 10
The Pelicans have four players listed on their injury report, with Brandon Ingram, Herbert Jones and Trey Murphy III listed as out for the contest. Dejounte Murray is listed as questionable, and his participation will be a game-time decision.
| Player | Status | Injury |
| Dejounte Murray | Questionable (GTD) | Elbow |
| Brandon Ingram | Out | Ankle |
| Herbert Jones | Out | Shoulder |
| Trey Murphy III | Out | Ankle |
76ers injury report for Jan. 10
Meanwhile, the Sixers will be without Joel Embiid, Andre Drummond, Kyle Lowry, KJ Martin and Jared McCain. Paul George is listed as probable for the game.
| Player | Status | Injury |
| Paul George | Probable (GTD) | Groin |
| Joel Embiid | Out | Foot |
| Andre Drummond | Out | Toe |
| Kyle Lowry | Out | Hip |
| KJ Martin | Out | Foot |
| Jared McCain | Out (OFS) | Knee |
New Orleans Pelicans vs Philadelphia 76ers: Preview
Ahead of the game, the New Orleans Pelicans are last in the Western Conference and second-last in the league overall with a 7-31 record. They have won two of their last 10 outings and are dealing with a two-game losing streak after their 119-100 home loss to the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday. Dejounte Murray led their losing effort with 20 points, three rebounds, five assists and two steals.
Meanwhile, the Philadelphia 76ers stand 11th in the East with a 15-20 record. They have won six of their last 10 games and are coming off a 109-103 home victory against the Washington Wizards on Wednesday. Tyrese Maxey led their victory charge with 29 points, three rebounds, six assists and two steals.
How to watch New Orleans Pelicans vs Philadelphia 76ers?
The Pelicans-Sixers matchup is scheduled to tip off at 7 p.m. ET at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia. The game will be aired locally on NBCS-PH and Gulf Coast Sports around Philadelphia and New Orleans respectively. The contest can also be streamed live on FuboTV or via the NBA League Pass.
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