Bey had 16 points (4-16 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 13 rebounds, five assists and two steals in 33 minutes during Tuesday's 104-95 loss to the Thunder.
Considering he missed the entire 2024-25 season recovering from a torn ACL, Bey's emergence this campaign has been quite the story. Across 42 regular-season appearances, he's on pace to return ninth-round value in nine-category formats with 15.9 points, 5.8 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 1.0 steals and 1.8 three-pointers.
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Pelicans' Saddiq Bey: Double-double in win
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Bey supplied 24 points (7-15 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 7-9 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists and one steal over 33 minutes during Sunday's 104-95 victory over the Spurs.
Bey followed up his 36-point outburst in Friday's win with a 24-point effort Sunday, tying Zion Williamson for the game high. The performance marked Bey's fifth double-double of the season, with his first four coming back in November. Since returning from a six-game absence due to a right hip flexor strain, the forward has scored in double figures in all seven appearances and reached the 20-point mark four times.
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Pelicans' Saddiq Bey: Explodes for 36 points in win
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Bey provided 36 points (13-20 FG, 6-9 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, four assists and one steal in 32 minutes during Friday's 133-127 victory over the Grizzlies.
Bey erupted Friday, leading all scorers with 36 points, his highest total of the season and the second-highest outing of the 26-year-old's career. The forward entered the contest averaging 16.0 points, 3.8 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 29.6 minutes over the previous five games, matching his three-point total from that span by knocking down six triples Friday. The oft-injured Pelicans are starting to get healthier, highlighted by Herbert Jones (ankle) returning to action, but that development shouldn't impact Bey's playing time or usage if he continues producing at a high level.
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Pelicans' Saddiq Bey: Reaches 20-point marker
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Bey contributed 20 points (4-12 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 11-11 FT), three rebounds, two assists and two steals across 29 minutes during Wednesday's 112-104 loss to the Pistons.
With Herbert Jones still out with a sprained ankle, Bey remains locked into significant minutes as the starting small forward. Over his last five appearances, Bey has averaged 16.0 points, 3.8 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 0.8 steals in 29.5 minutes per game.
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Pelicans' Saddiq Bey: Sharp at free-throw line in return
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Bey (hip) recorded 17 points (4-8 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 8-10 FT), four rebounds and two assists in 32 minutes Tuesday in the Pelicans' 122-116 loss to the Nuggets.
Cleared to play for the first time since Dec. 31 after missing the previous six games due to a right hip flexor strain, Bey stepped into the starting five in his return and seemingly operated without a minute restriction. Thanks to a productive showing at the free-throw line, Bey finished second in scoring on the Pelicans to only Trey Murphy (31 points). The 26-year-old offered little else in the peripheral categories to supplement his scoring, however, and his overall fantasy value and minutes will likely take a hit once the Pelicans get Herbert Jones (ankle) back from injury.
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Pelicans' Saddiq Bey: Will play Tuesday
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Bey (hip) will play Tuesday versus the Nuggets.
Bey is returning from a six-game absence Tuesday night, so he'll likely have his minutes monitored in his first game back. With Bey back in the mix, there will be fewer minutes available for Bryce McGowens, Micah Peavy and Karlo Matkovic.
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Pelicans' Saddiq Bey: Upgraded to probable
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Bey (hip) is probable for Tuesday's game versus Denver.
Bey, who was previously labeled as questionable, is trending towards a return. He's been sidelined since Dec. 31, and it's possible he faces some restrictions Tuesday. He's had a tremendous season thus far, and fantasy managers will be eager to get him activated.
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Pelicans' Saddiq Bey: Could return vs. Denver
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Bey (hip) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Nuggets.
Bey has been out of the lineup since Dec. 31 after picking up a hip injury, but the fact that he's being listed as questionable for Tuesday's action is a sign that he's nearing a return. The team should have another update on his availability shortly before tipoff.
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Pelicans' Saddiq Bey: Ruled out for Sunday
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Bey (hip) won't play Sunday in Orlando.
Sunday will mark a sixth straight absence for Bey, though the fact that he was initially listed as doubtful for the game before being downgraded can be considered a sign of progress. With the Pelicans' next two games coming as a Tuesday/Wednesday back-to-back set, Bey seems likely to miss at least one of those contests while he works his way back from a right hip flexor strain.
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Pelicans' Saddiq Bey: Doubtful to play Sunday
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Bey (hip) is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Magic.
Bey missed Friday's game against the Wizards due to a right hip flexor strain, and the same injury has him with a doubtful tag for Sunday's contest. Bey has missed the last five games due to the injury, and if he remains out, then the likes of Micah Peavy and Karlo Matkovic should see more minutes.
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Pelicans' Saddiq Bey: Another absence coming
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Bey is out for Friday's game against the Wizards due to a right hip flexor strain.
Sunday's matchup in Orlando marks Bey's next opportunity to conclude what is set to be a five-game absence with the injury. With Herbert Jones (ankle) unlikely to play Friday, Micah Peavy and Karlo Matkovic should have a chance to claim a more sizable role in the New Orleans frontcourt.
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Pelicans' Saddiq Bey: Out again Wednesday
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Bey (hip) will remain out for Wednesday's game in Atlanta.
Wednesday will mark the fourth consecutive game on the sideline for Bey, who is managing a right hip flexor strain. Bey's next chance to play will come Friday versus the Wizards, but once he's cleared for action, he may have to settle for a bench role with Herbert Jones having recently returned from a sprained right ankle.
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Pelicans' Saddiq Bey: Won't play Tuesday
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Bey (hip) will not play Tuesday against the Lakers.
Bey will be sidelined for a third straight game Tuesday, while Herbert Jones (ankle) is listed as questionable. For now, Bey can be considered highly questionable for the second leg of this back-to-back set Wednesday against the Hawks.
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Pelicans' Saddiq Bey: Out again Sunday
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Bey (hip) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Heat.
Bey will miss a second consecutive game due to a right hip strain. The 26-year-old's absence should mean more opportunities for Bryce McGowens and Micah Peavy. Bey's next chance to play will come Tuesday against the Lakers, which is the opening leg of a back-to-back set.
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Pelicans' Saddiq Bey: Won't suit up Friday
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Bey (hip) will not play Friday against the Trail Blazers, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.
Bey was previously listed as questionable, but he'll be sidelined for the second time this season. With Bey on the shelf, the Pelicans could give more run to guys like Micah Peavy, Jordan Hawkins and Bryce McGowens.
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Pelicans' Saddiq Bey: Questionable for Friday
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Bey (hip) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against Portland.
Bey is dealing with right hip soreness and is in jeopardy of missing just his second game of the season. If the 26-year-old forward joins Herbert Jones (ankle) on the sidelines, Micah Peavy, Jordan Hawkins and Bryce McGowens are candidates for increased roles. Over his last 10 outings, Bey has averaged 17.0 points, 5.7 rebounds and 2.5 assists in 31.2 minutes per game.
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Pelicans' Saddiq Bey: Outstanding with 26 points
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Bey accumulated 26 points (9-21 FG, 4-10 3Pt, 4-5 FT), six rebounds, six assists and two steals in 37 minutes during Monday's 130-125 loss to the Knicks.
Despite the loss, the Pelicans played tough against the Knicks, and Bey's appearance among a healthy core of regulars was a key factor in the team's success. It's been some time since we've seen Bey and Zion Williamson together in the starting lineup, and the duo reaped huge benefits as they kept pace with the championship-caliber Knicks. Although the Pelicans continue to fall short, Bey is enjoying a productive fifth season, averaging 15.1 points, 5.9 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.0 steals over 33 games.
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Pelicans' Saddiq Bey: Continues productive ways
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Bey closed Monday's 119-113 victory over the Mavericks with 19 points (7-17 FG, 0-6 3Pt, 5-5 FT), seven rebounds and one assist in 35 minutes.
Bey continues to be a very productive player for the Pelicans and fantasy managers alike. He should continue to benefit from Zion Williamson being stuck in a bench role, with Bey having averaged 19.1 points, 7.9 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.1 steals in 32.9 minutes per contest over his last 14 games.
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Pelicans' Saddiq Bey: Third straight double-double
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Bey closed with 18 points (6-13 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists, one block and three steals across 39 minutes during Wednesday's 133-128 overtime loss to Memphis.
The fifth-year forward has suddenly become a force on the glass. Bey has started three straight games while Herbert Jones (calf) has been unavailable, and he's produced a double-double in all three, averaging 18.7 points, 11.3 boards, 3.3 assists, 2.7 threes and 2.0 steals in 33.7 minutes a contest. Jones is expected to miss at least one more game, but it could be tough to dislodge Bey from the starting five given his impressive level of play over the last week.
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Pelicans' Saddiq Bey: Starting vs. Atlanta
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Bey will start Saturday's game against the Hawks, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.
With Zion Williamson (hamstring) and Herbert Jones (back) sidelined, Bey will rejoin the starting five. Over seven starts this season, the 26-year-old forward has averaged 14.7 points, 5.9 rebounds and 2.9 assists in 31.1 minutes per game.
