The New York Knicks, boasting a record of 17-10, are set to face the struggling New Orleans Pelicans, who sit at 5-23. The Knicks enter this matchup on a two-game winning streak, having performed well with a conference record of 13-7 and a division record of 4-1. In contrast, the Pelicans are mired in a five-game losing streak, with a conference record of 3-13 and a division record of 0-4. Key players for the Knicks include Karl-Anthony Towns, who leads the team with 25 points and 14.2 rebounds per game, while the Pelicans’ scoring is spearheaded by Zion Williamson, averaging 22.7 points per game, although he is currently sidelined due to injury. This game presents a critical opportunity for the Knicks to solidify their position in the standings against a Pelicans team grappling with significant challenges.
New York Knicks at New Orleans Pelicans Game Information
Game Date: December 21, 2024
Game Time: 08:00 PM ET
TV Channel: MSG, NBA TV
Location: Smoothie King Center, New Orleans, LA
Live Stream: Fubo (free trial)
New Orleans Pelicans Team Statistics and Rankings
Win-Loss Record: 5-23
Conference Record: 3-13
Division Record: 0-4
Streak: 5 loss
New York Knicks Team Statistics and Rankings
Win-Loss Record: 17-10
Conference Record: 13-7
Division Record: 4-1
Streak: 2 win
Stat Leaders
New Orleans Pelicans (5-23, #5 in division)
Points Leader: Zion Williamson, 22.7 PPG
Rebounds Leader: Yves Missi, 8.59 RPG
Assists Leader: Elfrid Payton, 6.9 APG
Steals Leader: Dejounte Murray, 2 SPG
Blocks Leader: Yves Missi, 1.19 BPG
New York Knicks (17-10, #2 in division)
Points Leader: Karl-Anthony Towns, 25 PPG
Rebounds Leader: Karl-Anthony Towns, 14.16 RPG
Assists Leader: Jalen Brunson, 7.7 APG
Steals Leader: OG Anunoby, 1.56 SPG
Blocks Leader: OG Anunoby, 1.15 BPG
New Orleans Pelicans Injury Report
Brandon Ingram – Ankle (Out) – The Pelicans said on Sunday (Dec. 8) that Ingram has suffered a significant low left ankle sprain and is sidelined indefinitely, sources tell ESPN.
Daniel Theis – Personal (Day To Day) – The Pelicans have listed Theis as Questionable for Saturday’s (Dec. 21) game against the Knicks.
Zion Williamson – Hamstring (Out) – Williamson was seen getting work off to the side of Thursday’s (Dec. 19) shootaround and is expected to be re-evaluated in the next few days, per Will Guillory of The Athletic.
Karlo Matkovic – Back (Out) – The Pelicans have listed Matkovic as Out for Saturday’s (Dec. 21) game against the Knicks.
Jose Alvarado – Hamstring (Out) – The Pelicans listed Alvarado as OUT for Thursday’s (Dec. 19) game against the Rockets but is Questionable to return on Saturday (Dec. 21) versus the Knicks.
New York Knicks Injury Report
Mitchell Robinson – Ankle (Out) – Robinson is unlikely to be cleared for game action until at least late January, per Shams Charania on ESPN’s NBA Today program.
Josh Hart – Personal (Day To Day) – Hart did not play in Thursday’s (Dec. 19) game against the Timberwolves.
New Orleans Pelicans Upcoming 2024-2025 Schedule
December 21, 2024 vs New York Knicks
December 22, 2024 vs Denver Nuggets
December 26, 2024 vs Houston Rockets
December 27, 2024 vs Memphis Grizzlies
December 30, 2024 vs LA Clippers
January 01, 2025 at Miami Heat
January 03, 2025 vs Washington Wizards
January 05, 2025 at Washington Wizards
January 07, 2025 vs Minnesota Timberwolves
January 08, 2025 vs Portland Trail Blazers
New York Knicks Upcoming 2024-2025 Schedule
December 21, 2024 at New Orleans Pelicans
December 23, 2024 vs Toronto Raptors
December 25, 2024 vs San Antonio Spurs
December 27, 2024 at Orlando Magic
December 28, 2024 at Washington Wizards
December 30, 2024 at Washington Wizards
January 01, 2025 vs Utah Jazz
January 03, 2025 at Oklahoma City Thunder
January 04, 2025 at Chicago Bulls
January 06, 2025 vs Orlando Magic
