Mon Feb 24 02:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Spurs Face Injury-Ridden Pelicans in New Orleans

**New Orleans, LA** – The San Antonio Spurs travel to New Orleans tonight to face a struggling Pelicans team grappling with a season marred by injuries. While the Spurs are dealing with the recent setback of Victor Wembanyama’s injury, the Pelicans’ woes run far deeper.

The Pelicans, currently last in the Western Conference with a 13-43 record, have been plagued by a seemingly endless string of significant injuries to key players. The absence of former Spur Dejounte Murray (Achilles tear) and the ongoing injury issues of Zion Williamson, who has missed significant time again this season, have severely hampered the team’s competitiveness. Despite Williamson’s impressive statistics upon his return, the lack of supporting talent leaves the team with little hope for a turnaround this season.

In contrast, the Spurs, while disappointed by Wembanyama’s injury, view it as an isolated incident and remain focused on evaluating the rest of the roster with an eye towards the future. The team’s focus has shifted from playoff contention to preparing for Wembanyama’s return, albeit sooner than anticipated.

Tonight’s game will see the Spurs face a Pelicans team with several key players still sidelined, including Brandon Boston Jr. (ankle), Dejounte Murray, and Herb Jones (shoulder). For Pelicans fans’ perspective, see The Bird Writes. Fans can follow the game on Twitter (@poundingtherock) or via the game thread.

**Injury Report:**

* **Spurs:** Victor Wembanyama (OUT)
* **Pelicans:** Brandon Boston Jr. (day-to-day), Dejounte Murray (OUT), Herb Jones (OUT)

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