Brandon Ingram's Injury Status For Pelicans vs 76ers

The former all-star forward is listed on the injury report for Friday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers

Mar 8, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram (14) controls the ball against Philadelphia 76ers guard Kyle Lowry (7) in the second quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images | Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

The New Orleans Pelicans 7-31 start this year has put them in an interesting predicament for the second half of the season. February's trade deadline is less than a month away, and the team is currently slightly above the luxury tax. New Orleans has never paid the tax, so the expectation is a move will be made before then.

Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram has been the subject of speculation since the season started after failing to agree on an extension with the team this offseason. There was little interest in a trade from other teams during the summer, and there seems to be a dwindling market now since the former all-star is out with injury. The Pelicans released their injury report for Friday's game against the Sixers, and Ingram remains out.

Herb Jones is out with shoulder injury for 76ers game on Friday #Pelicans | @MorrisBartLLC https://t.co/7kgBxSR57a

— New Orleans Pelicans (@PelicansNBA) January 9, 2025

The former No. 2 overall pick has played in 18 games this year after playing the second-most games of his career last season. Injuries and inconsistent performance have derailed the talented forward's perception throughout the league. Ingram has made just one all-star appearance but reportedly is requesting a max extension worth $50 million per season.

Adding to team's reluctance to acquire Ingram is the situation going on in Miami with Jimmy Butler, who has requested a trade from the Heat. Butler is a six-time all-star and looking for a new home. NBA contenders who think they are close to winning would prioritize a player like Butler, who has had postseason success throughout his career. Ingram has never made it past the first round of the playoffs in his career.

Jan 5, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Injured New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram watches from the bench against the Washington Wizards in the second quarter at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images | Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

The former Duke standout doesn't have a return date from injury, but he was recently seen doing shooting drills in practice. Ingram hasn't played since injuring his ankle on December 7th. Friday's tip-off is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. CST.

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