The New Orleans Pelicans find themselves in a challenging position, having lost their last five games, including a recent 136-124 defeat against the Dallas Mavericks. This sets the stage for an instant rematch in the 2023 NBA In-Season Tournament on November 14. The Pelicans are grappling with a significant roster challenge due to injuries, with key players like Jose Alvarado, CJ McCollum, Trey Murphy III, Larry Nance Jr., and Herbert Jones all on the injury list. In contrast, the Mavericks appear to have