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Matkovic (coach's decision) went unused off the bench Tuesday in the Pelicans' 110-101 loss to the Lakers.
For the first time since Dec. 31, Matkovic failed to see any run off the bench, ending a streak of 27 consecutive appearances during which he shot 62.2 percent from the field and averaged 6.0 points, 3.6 rebounds, 1.1 blocks and 0.9 assists in 15.9 minutes per game. Matkovic's absence from the rotation was a byproduct of interim head coach James Borrego's decision to restructure the starting lineup. Borrego went with a smaller starting five featuring Zion Williamson at center, resulting in DeAndre Jordan moving to the bench and serving as one of the Pelicans' backup big men along with Derik Queen and Yves Missi.
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Pelicans' Karlo Matkovic: Fares well off bench
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Matkovic finished with 10 points (4-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), eight rebounds, one assist, three blocks and one steal across 18 minutes during Tuesday's 113-109 win over the Warriors.
Matkovic recorded a season-high three blocks in the win, providing a big lift off the bench on both sides of the floor. His workloads haven't been large enough for him to make a consistent impact in fantasy, however. Over his last seven games, he's averaging 16.6 minutes with 7.6 points, 4.6 rebounds, 1.0 assists, 1.0 blocks and 1.1 three-pointers.
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Pelicans' Karlo Matkovic: Flirts with double-double
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Matkovic ended Monday's 120-94 win over the Kings with 12 points (4-6 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds and one assist in 19 minutes.
Despite Monday's strong effort, Matkovic appears to be the No. 3 center choice behind Derik Queen and Yves Missi. Over his last seven contests, Matkovic has averaged 4.9 points, 3.7 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 0.9 steals in 13.6 minutes per game.
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Pelicans' Karlo Matkovic: Busy on defensive end in loss
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Matkovic posted two points (1-1 FG), five rebounds, one assist, two blocks and two steals in 16 minutes off the bench during Saturday's 124-114 loss to the 76ers.
It's the first time since Jan. 4 that Matkovic has recorded multiple steals and blocks in the same game. The second-year big has found a consistent role in New Orleans' frontcourt rotation, playing double-digit minutes with the second unit in 11 straight games while averaging 5.1 points, 3.0 boards, 0.9 blocks, 0.8 threes and 0.6 steals in 15.0 minutes.
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Pelicans' Karlo Matkovic: Limited again in loss
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Matkovic supplied five points (2-3 FG, 1-2 3Pt), two rebounds and one block in 14 minutes during Wednesday's 112-104 loss to the Pistons.
Matkovic failed to score more than five points for the sixth time in the past eight games, continuing to play as a third-string center option behind Derik Queen and Yves Missi. Although he appears to have carved out a regular spot in the rotation at this point, it is not substantial enough to warrant any real fantasy attention. In 14 games over the past month, he has averaged just 5.4 points and 3.2 rebounds in 14.5 minutes per game.
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Pelicans' Karlo Matkovic: Reverting to bench Friday
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Matkovic won't start against the Wizards on Friday.
Matkovic got the starting nod in Wednesday's loss to the Hawks but will retreat to the second unit Friday. The 24-year-old big man has averaged 5.0 points and 3.2 rebounds across 24 appearances off the bench so far this season.
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Pelicans' Karlo Matkovic: Inserted into starting lineup
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Matkovic is in the Pelicans' starting lineup against the Hawks on Wednesday.
Matkovic will make his second start in three games due to the absence of Herbert Jones (ankle). Matkovic logged four points, six rebounds, one assist and two blocks over 24 minutes in his last start against the Heat on Sunday.
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Pelicans' Karlo Matkovic: Back to bench Tuesday
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Matkovic is not in the Pelicans' starting lineup against the Lakers on Tuesday.
Matkovic will revert to a bench role Tuesday due to the return of Derik Queen. Matkovic made his first start of the season during Sunday's 125-106 loss to the Heat, when he finished with four points, six rebounds, one assist and two blocks over 24 minutes.
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Pelicans' Karlo Matkovic: Making first start of season
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Matkovic is part of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against Miami.
Matkovic will make his first start of the campaign, slotting in at the power forward spot between Zion Williamson and Derik Queen. Matkovic is fresh off his best game of the season, as he totaled 16 points, two rebounds, two assists and two blocks across 20 minutes in Friday's loss to Portland.
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Pelicans' Karlo Matkovic: Limited to 14 minutes
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Matkovic ended Monday's 119-113 win over the Mavericks with five points (2-4 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 0-2 FT), six rebounds, one assist and one block over 14 minutes.
Matkovic is currently at the edge of New Orleans' rotation, keeping him miles from fantasy relevance in standard formats. Over his last five appearances, Matkovic has averaged 4.0 points, 4.6 rebounds and 1.0 assists in 11.6 minutes per contest.
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Pelicans' Karlo Matkovic: Returns with eight points
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Matkovic (calf) tallied eight points (4-5 FG), six rebounds, one assist and one block across 18 minutes off the bench in Thursday's 125-116 loss to the Timberwolves.
Matkovic made his return after missing New Orleans' previous eight games while recovering from a calf strain. He immediately reclaimed a spot in the Pelicans' frontcourt rotation and could have a chance at seeing his minutes pick up in future contests with Zion Williamson (adductor) out for at least three weeks and with Herbert Jones (calf) remaining without a clear target date for a return.
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Pelicans' Karlo Matkovic: Available to play
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Matkovic (calf) will be available to play Thursday against the Timberwolves, Jim Eichenhofer of the Pelicans' official site reports.
Matkovic will shake off a questionable tag and could make his first appearance since Nov. 17. With Zion Williamson (adductor) out several weeks and Yves Missi (foot, ankle) sidelined, Matkovic could get right back into the rotation Thursday.
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Pelicans' Karlo Matkovic: Termed questionable
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Matkovic (calf) is questionable for Thursday's game against Minnesota.
Matkovic has missed eight consecutive games, so Thursday's questionable tag is a positive development in his recovery from a strained right calf. Even if he's unavailable Thursday, it looks like he's getting close to returning. Before sustaining the injury, Matkovic appeared in 12 games, averaging 4.9 points and 2.8 rebounds across 11.4 minutes.
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Pelicans' Karlo Matkovic: Ruled out for Tuesday
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Matkovic (calf) won't suit up for Tuesday's game versus the Timberwolves.
Tuesday will be the eighth consecutive game on the inactive list for Matkovic, and the Pelicans haven't discussed him making any progress in his recovery, so he should be considered week-to-week moving forward. Matkovic belongs on the waiver wire in fantasy leagues.
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Pelicans' Karlo Matkovic: Won't play Sunday
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Matkovic (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Lakers.
Matkovic will miss his seventh consecutive contest due to a right calf strain, and there remains no clear timetable for his return to game action. His next opportunity to suit up will come Tuesday against the Timberwolves.
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Pelicans' Karlo Matkovic: Out vs. Golden State
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Matkovic (calf) is out for Saturday's game at Golden State.
Matkovic is working his way back to full fitness after a calf injury, but he's not ready to return yet. His next chance to play will come against the Lakers on Sunday in the second leg of a back-to-back set.
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Pelicans' Karlo Matkovic: Remaining out vs. Memphis
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Matkovic (calf) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies.
Matkovic will miss his fifth consecutive contest due to a right calf strain, and his next opportunity to play will come Saturday against the Warriors. With the big man remaining on the shelf, Saddiq Bey, Derik Queen and Yves Missi are candidates for a slight bump in minutes.
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Pelicans' Karlo Matkovic: Won't suit up Monday
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Matkovic (calf) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Bulls.
Matkovic will miss his fourth consecutive contest due to a right calf strain. His next opportunity to play will come Wednesday against the Grizzlies. With the 24-year-old sidelined, Derik Queen, Saddiq Bey and Yves Missi are candidates to see a bump in minutes.
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Pelicans' Karlo Matkovic: Won't play Saturday
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Matkovic (calf) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Hawks.
Matkovic is slated to miss a third straight game. However, his absence hasn't had a major impact on the rotation, with Derik Queen and Yves Missi handling most of the center minutes.
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Pelicans' Karlo Matkovic: Listed out for Friday
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Matkovic (calf) is out for Friday's game against the Mavericks, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.
Matkovic will be sidelined for a second straight game Friday. It remains to be seen if he will be available for Saturday's game against the Hawks. With Derik Queen and Yves Missi moving ahead of him on the depth chart, minutes may be hard to come by for Matkovic when he's healthy.
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