Jordan (recently signed) isn't listed on thePelicans' injury report for Monday's game against the Celtics.

Jordan signed a one-year deal with the Pelicans on Friday but didn't play in the team's loss to the Spurs that night. The veteran big man isn't guaranteed to see the floor against Boston, though he could enter the rotation if Yves Missi (ankle) and Karlo Matkovic (back) are ultimately ruled out.

Matkovic (back) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against Boston.

Matkovic has yet to debut this season due to spasms in his lower back, though he was a full participant in Sunday's practice. If the big man is unable to suit up against Boston, Derik Queen and DeAndre Jordan are candidates for a bump in minutes.

MIssi (ankle) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Celtics.

Missi is in jeopardy of missing his second consecutive contest due to a sprained right ankle he sustained in Wednesday's season-opening loss to the Grizzlies. However, the big man was a full participant in Sunday's practice, which bodes well for his availability Monday. If he's unable to face Boston, Derik Queen, Karlo Matkovic (back) and DeAndre Jordan are candidates for an uptick in minutes.

Matkovic (back) was a full practice participant Sunday, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.

Matkovic has yet to appear this season while managing back spasms but seems to be trending toward a return after logging a full practice. The big man averaged 7.7 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 1.0 blocks in 18.8 minutes across 42 regular-season games last year, though his role could shrink with Derik Queen, DeAndre Jordan and Yves Missi (ankle) all in the frontcourt mix.

Missi (ankle) was a full practice participant Sunday, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.

Missi exited Wednesday's season opener against the Grizzlies with a right ankle injury, which kept him sidelined for Friday's matchup with the Spurs. The big man's return to practice is an encouraging sign that a return could be near, with his next opportunity to play coming Monday against the Celtics.

Williamson amassed 27 points (8-18 FG, 11-16 FT), 10 rebounds, seven assists and three steals over 37 minutes during Friday's 120-116 overtime loss to the Spurs.

Williamson equaled his strong scoring total from thePelicans' first game, while upping his rebounds and assists. Some of his misses can be attributed to blocks from Victor Wembanyama, but Williamson would not be denied, finishing with authority and generating 16 free throw attempts. Through two games, he also has eight steals, which leads the NBA. New Orleans has a weekend break before hosting Boston Monday night.

Murphy finished Friday's 120-116 overtime loss to the Spurs with 24 points (9-18 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 10 rebounds, five assists and three steals in 46 minutes.

Following a modest box score in thePelicans opener, Murphy excelled against the Spurs. He was dialed in on the boards, efficient from the field, and active on defense. His 46 minutes led all players in Friday's overtime loss. He'll have the weekend to recuperate before attempting to repeat that effort against Boston Monday.

Poole logged 21 points (8-20 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, five assists and one block across 41 minutes during Friday's 120-116 overtime loss to the Spurs.

Despite shooting below 50 percent from the field, Poole's performance was in line with what fantasy managers would expect. He crossed the 20-point threshold for the first time with thePelicans during the overtime loss. Poole will try to help guide his new team to its first win of the season in the next game against the Celtics on Monday.

Bey will move into the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Spurs.

Yves Missi (ankle) won't be available for Friday's game, so Zion Williamson will slide over to center with Bey starting at power forward. Bey should be able to flirt with minutes in the mid-30s as a starter Friday evening, so he's on the radar as a potential dart throw in daily fantasy leagues.

Head coach Willie Green saidJordan (recently signed) is unlikely to play in Friday's game against the Spurs, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.

Jordan signed a one-year deal with thePelicans on Friday and isn't expected to suit up against San Antonio. In the likely event the veteran big man joins Yves Missi (ankle), Kevon Looney (knee) and Karlo Matkovic (back) on the sideline, Derik Queen and Hunter Dickinson are expected to see increased minutes at center.

Matkovic (back) won't play in Friday's game against San Antonio.

Matkovic will join Yves Missi (ankle) and Kevon Looney (knee) as a spectator in New Orleans' banged-up frontcourt. Matkovic will be trying to make his first appearance of the season Monday against the Celtics.

Missi (ankle) won't play in Friday's game against San Antonio.

Missi can be considered day-to-day prior to Monday's game against the Celtics. Derik Queen is set up for a possible spot start at center Friday, with DeAndre Jordan a candidate to back him up. ThePelicans could also use Zion Williamson as a small-ball center at times against the Spurs.

Jordan signed a one-year, $3.6 million contract with thePelicans on Friday, ESPN's Shams Charania reports.

The Pelicans have had some tough injury luck in the frontcourt, so Jordan is being brought in to bolster the team's rebounding and interior defense. Yves Missi (ankle) and Karlo Matkovic (back) are both questionable to play Friday against the Spurs, while Kevon Looney (knee) is sidelined. That means Jordan could be thrown into action right away.

Matkovic (back) is questionable for Friday's game against San Antonio.

Matkovic is looking to make his season debut, but he'll need to overcome back spasms. With Yves Missi (ankle) questionable, Derik Queen would be a candidate for more playing time if Matkovic is out.

Alvarado didn't see the floor during Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies.

Alvarado was one of three players for New Orleans who didn't play in the season opener due to a coach's decision. Jaden Springer and Micah Peavy were also stuck on the bench. Jordan Poole and Jeremiah Fears took priority over Alvarado, whose fantasy value is now in question.

Queen notched three points (1-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds and one block in 14 minutes during Wednesday's 128-122 loss to the Grizzlies.

Queen didn't play much in the regular-season opener, but he made his presence felt on the boards. It remains to be seen what kind of role the rookie big will have in his first season, but he could make an impact from a fantasy perspective if he continues to crash the glass in limited minutes off the bench.

Poole registered 17 points (6-14 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and two assists across 31 minutes during Wednesday's 128-122 loss to the Grizzlies.

While it appears to be a somewhat disappointing stat line from a fantasy standpoint, Poole was at least effective as a scorer in hisPelicans debut. The star guard isn't exactly known for his defense, or for stuffing the stat sheet on a nightly basis, but Poole does have an opportunity for extra playmaking duties until Dejounte Murray (Achilles) is ready to make his season debut.