Yves Missi is dealing with an illness and will not take the court for the New Orleans Pelicans in their upcoming game against the Utah Jazz. The team has confirmed his absence, which was first reported on January 17, 2025. This marks a rare instance of Missi missing a game this season.
What It Means
Yves Missi has been a consistent presence for the Pelicans, playing in 41 games this season and starting in 35 of them. He averages 9.1 points per game and leads the team with 8.2 rebounds per game, ranking him 19th in the league for rebounds among centers. While his absence might slightly affect the team’s scoring average—108.3 PPG when he plays compared to 108.0 PPG without him—the Pelicans have struggled overall this season with a record of 10-31 when he plays and are winless in games he hasn’t played.
