As the New Orleans Pelicans (8–23) prepare to open a three-game homestand with back-to-back games beginning Friday night, the team listed guard Jordan Poole as questionable on its latest injury report ahead of the matchup against the Phoenix Suns (16-13).
The Pelicans announced that Poole is dealing with left ankle soreness and will be evaluated ahead of Friday’s 8:00 p.m. ET tip-off. The designation comes as New Orleans looks to stabilize its rotation following a challenging first half of the season.
Poole last appeared Monday night in a 119–113 win over the Dallas Mavericks. In that contest, the veteran guard recorded 14 points, two rebounds and one assist while shooting 4-for-12 from the field, 2-for-8 from three-point range and 4-for-4 from the free-throw line in 27 minutes.
Now in his first season with the New Orleans Pelicans, Poole has appeared in 12 games, including four starts. The 26-year-old is averaging 17.0 points, 3.3 assists and 1.7 rebounds per game while playing 29.1 minutes per contest. His shooting numbers have fluctuated, as he is connecting on 36.9% of his field-goal attempts and 29.7% from beyond the arc.
Pelicans list Jordan Poole as questionable, rule out Herb Jones ahead of Suns matchup
Poole’s potential absence would add to New Orleans’ injury concerns. The Pelicans also ruled out Herb Jones with a right ankle sprain. Jones last played Monday night against Dallas, finishing with nine points, four assists, two rebounds and a steal while shooting 4-for-7 from the field and 1-for-2 from three in 22 minutes.
Jones, a former All-Defensive First Team selection, has been a key presence on both ends of the floor this season. Through 22 games, he is averaging 9.8 points, 3.7 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.7 steals per game while shooting 40.7% from the field and 34.4% from three-point range in 28.0 minutes per outing.
The Pelicans will face Phoenix again Saturday night at 7:00 p.m. ET to close the back-to-back set. Following the homestand opener, New Orleans is scheduled to host the New York Knicks (21-9) on Monday at 8:00 p.m. ET.
With the team still navigating injuries and lineup adjustments, Poole’s status will remain a focal point as New Orleans looks to gain momentum during the homestand.
