Anthony Davis injures finger in win over Heat

Anthony Davis injured his left index finger in the Pelicans' preseason opener on Saturday vs. the Heat but X-rays were negative, according to Jim Eichenhofer of NBA.com.

Anthony Davis injured his left index finger in the Pelicans' preseason opener on Saturday vs. the Heat but X-rays were negative, according to Jim Eichenhofer of NBA.com. 

The 21-year-old All-Star injured it in the first half of the 98-86 win at home. He was cleared to return in the second half but did not play. Anthony finished with five points, four rebounds and three blocks. 

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The Pelicans unveiled their newly designed court on Saturday at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans. Their regular season begins Oct. 28 on the new court with a game against the Magic. 

Anthony Davis jammed his left index finger in 1st half. X-rays were negative. He is available to return to the game in 2nd half

— Jim Eichenhofer (@Jim_Eichenhofer) October 5, 2014

- Marc Weinreich