BREAKING: Zion Williamson, LeBron James, Anthony Davis Status For Lakers-Pelicans, NBA Play-In Game 1

New Orleans Pelicans hope they've learned from this season's mistakes against the Los Angeles Lakers

What invaluable lessons have the New Orleans Pelicans (49-33) learned this season while battling and falling to the Los Angeles Lakers (47-35)?   New Orleans had a major meltdown playing LeBron James in the In-Season Tournament and the season finale. 

The SoFi 2024 NBA Play-In Tournament is not just a game but a glimpse of the intense competition that awaits the Pelicans in the playoffs if they emerge victorious against the Lakers tonight.  

The team is keenly aware of the pressure, the need for consistent defense, and the importance of limiting points in the paint for tonight's game. Sunday's loss may have given New Orleans the "wake-up call" it needed to advance to the playoff rounds.  WIN, AND YOU'RE IN. 

Apr 14, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram (14) shoots a

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PELICANS GAME STATUS REPORT

Today's SoFi 2024 NBA Play-In Tournament game will feature the Pelicans' big three stars - Zion Williamson, Brandon Ingram, and CJ McCollum - all ready to take the court at Smoothie King Center. There are no health issues for any of the Pelicans players. No Issues, No Excuses!

The Lakers' injury situation adds an element of unpredictability to the game. While LeBron James is listed as probable, Anthony Davis' back spasms have him questionable. Considering the stakes, expect the Lakers stars to be available for Coach Ham. 

The New Orleans projected starters:

• CJ McCollum, Zion Williamson, Herb Jones, Brandon Ingram, and Jonas Valanciunas

The Lakers projected starters: 

• LeBron James, Anthony Davis, D'Angelo Russell, Austin Reaves, and Rui Hachimura

Apr 14, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) dribbles

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NBA PLAY-IN GAME INFO: LOS ANGELES LAKERS VS. NEW ORLEANS PELICANS

• Teams: New Orleans Pelicans (49-33) vs. Los Angeles Lakers (47-35)
• Game Info: Play-In Game #1 • Home Play-In Game #1
• Venue: Smoothie King Center - New Orleans, LA
• Date: April 16, 2024 • 6:30 PM (CT)
• TV: Gray TV • Radio: WRNO 99.5 FM
• Officials:  Scott Foster (#48) - Crew Chief; Curtis Blair (#74) - Referee; Gediminas Petraitis (#50)- Umpire
• Uniforms: New Orleans (Statement Edition - RED); Phoenix (Icon Edition - GOLD)

PELICANS INJURY REPORT

• ALL HANDS ON DECK!

LOS ANGELES LAKERS REPORT

• LeBron James: Probable (left ankle)
• Anthony Davis: Questionable (back spasm)
• Cam Reddish: Questionable (right ankle)
• Jalen Hood-Schifino: OUT (lumbar disc)
• Jarred Vanderbilt: OUT (right foot)
• Christian Wood: OUT (left knee)