Kings vs. Pelicans Injury Report: 4 Starters Ruled Out, 2 Questionable

Both teams dealing with key injuries ahead of Thursday's matchup

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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The Sacramento Kings and New Orleans Pelicans are both dealing with significant injuries ahead of their matchup on Thursday. The Kings have ruled out 4 starters, including Keegan Murray and Domantas Sabonis, while the Pelicans may be without their top two scorers in Zion Williamson and Trey Murphy III.

Why it matters

The Kings have the worst record in the NBA this season, and these injuries could open the door for them to pick up a rare win against the struggling Pelicans. However, New Orleans is also dealing with key absences, so this game could come down to which team is able to overcome their injury issues.

The details

The Kings have ruled out Dylan Cardwell, De'Andre Hunter, Zach LaVine, Keegan Murray, and Domantas Sabonis for Thursday's game. Meanwhile, the Pelicans have listed Trey Murphy III and Zion Williamson as questionable, and have ruled out Dejounte Murray.

  • The Kings and Pelicans are set to tip off at 7:00 p.m. PT on Thursday, March 5, 2026.

The players

Dylan Cardwell

Kings forward who is out with a left ankle sprain.

De'Andre Hunter

Kings forward who is out for the remainder of the season due to a left eye retinal repair.

Zach LaVine

Kings guard who is out for the remainder of the season due to a right 5th finger tendon repair.

Keegan Murray

Kings forward who is out with a left ankle sprain.

Domantas Sabonis

Kings center who is out with a left knee meniscus tear.

Trey Murphy III

Pelicans forward who is questionable with a neck spasm.

Zion Williamson

Pelicans forward who is questionable with a right ankle sprain.

Dejounte Murray

Pelicans guard who is out as he continues his return to competition reconditioning.

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What’s next

The Kings and Pelicans will face off on Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. PT in Sacramento.

The takeaway

This game could come down to which team is better able to overcome their significant injury issues, as both the Kings and Pelicans will be missing key players. The Kings have a chance to pick up a rare win, but the Pelicans' absences could also open the door for them to steal a victory on the road.