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Injured Pelicans Face Off Against Healthy Clippers

4/2/2025

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Pelicans Face Clippers

The New Orleans Pelicans, struggling with seven injuries, will clash against the Los Angeles Clippers on April 2, 2025, at 10:30 p.m. ET in Inglewood, California. With the Clippers boasting a healthier roster, fans can catch the action live on FDSSC and Gulf Coast Sports, or stream it on Fubo.

Summary

Pelicans Suffer Injuries

The New Orleans Pelicans face a tough blow as CJ McCollum and Zion Williamson will sit out the remainder of the 2024-25 season due to injuries—a foot contusion for McCollum and a back contusion for Williamson. With a disheartening 21-54 record, the team is now prioritizing player health and looking ahead to brighter seasons.

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Historical Context

The New Orleans Pelicans face a tough season, reminiscent of the 2017-18 Clippers, who also battled injuries and ended with a disappointing record. That year marked the end of the "Lob City" era, showcasing how injuries can derail even promising teams in the NBA.

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Pelicans Face Clippers

The New Orleans Pelicans, struggling with seven injuries, will clash against the Los Angeles Clippers on April 2, 2025, at 10:30 p.m. ET in Inglewood, California. With the Clippers boasting a healthier roster, fans can catch the action live on FDSSC and Gulf Coast Sports, or stream it on Fubo.

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