Pelicans fall to Jazz in another close finish on Friday night
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 24, 2026, 4:20 AM
Last updated Oct 24, 2026
The New Orleans Pelicans lost 120-119 to the Utah Jazz on Friday night. The game featured a crucial moment when star center Yves Missi suffered a left knee injury in the first half and was ruled out. Despite having a chance to tie the game in the final possession, Dejounte Murray's mid-range shot failed to connect. Saddiq Bey led the Pelicans with 20 points and may see an expanded role. New Orleans now prepares to face a rested Denver Nuggets team on Saturday.
- •Pelicans lose 120-119 to Jazz on October 23.
- •Yves Missi injured his left knee and was ruled out for the game.
- •Pelicans failed to secure a tie on final possession.
- •Saddiq Bey scored 20 points, contributing to the offense.
- •Next game is against the Denver Nuggets on October 24.
- 4:20 AMYahoo Sports — New Orleans Pelicans Drop Another Heartbreaker Against Utah Jazz On Friday Night
"The New Orleans Pelicans had another frustrating loss on Friday night against the Utah Jazz.
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