Some of the most memorable moments from New Orleans’ 2022 first-round playoff series vs. the Phoenix Suns involved Pelicans reserve point guard Jose Alvarado. Many fans were looking forward to seeing Alvarado battle the Suns again this weekend, but his status is uncertain due to an injury he sustained during Wednesday’s home win over Detroit. Alvarado (right rib contusion) is listed as questionable to play Friday vs. Phoenix (7:30 p.m., Bally Sports, 99.5 FM). Meanwhile, Brandon Ingram (left great toe contusion) and Herb Jones (left ankle sprain) remain listed as out for Friday. Also officially out on the injury list are Kira Lewis Jr. (G League assignment), E.J. Liddell (right knee ACL injury recovery) and Dereon Seabron (G League two-way).
Previous Game Starting Lineups
Wednesday loss vs. Boston
Chris Paul, Devin Booker, Mikal Bridges, Torrey Craig, Deandre Ayton
Wednesday win vs. Detroit
CJ McCollum, Dyson Daniels, Trey Murphy, Zion Williamson, Jonas Valanciunas