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As expected, Jonas Valanciunas (sprained right thumb) will miss Monday’s night’s preseason game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, per Willie Green in pregame media.

The New Orleans Pelicans will NBA Collectibles also be without Zion Williamson, who is still progressing from a broken right foot sustained during the summer. However, the head coach reiterated that the superstar’s recovery remains on track.

“He’s progressing in the manner that we expected,” Green said. “Look, you never know with a foot injury, but right now, he’s doing great. He’s doing his cardio. He’s doing his conditioning. And we expect him to be ready. If anything were to change before that, obviously, we would let yo NBA Draft Hats u all know, but right now he’s doing great.”

As for the starting lineup, the Pelicans twitter account made the announcement: Brandon Ingram, Willy Hernangomez, Devonte’ Graham, Naji Marshall and Garrett Temple.

Tonight's #Pelicans starters! #WBD | @Verizon pic.twitter.com/IYfwg13nB5

— New Orleans Pelicans (@PelicansNBA) October 4, 2021

Who: New Orleans Pelicans (0-0) at Minnesota Timberwolves (0-0)

When: October luka doncic shirts 4, 7:00 p.m. Central

Where to watch: Pelicans.com for in-market viewers, NBA League Pass for out-of-market fans

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