New Orleans continues to exercise caution with Tyreke Evans (right knee tendinitis), electing to have the guard sit out Monday vs. Memphis instead of being on the floor and risking potential further injury. Alvin Gentry said Evans is not expected to play. Meanwhile, a player who gave the Pelicans big-time problems in his most recent trip to the Crescent City is a game-time decision for the Grizzlies.
Memphis Coach Dave Joerger told the media during his pregame interview that 7-foot-1 center Marc Gasol, who piled up 38 points against the Pelicans on Dec. 1, probably will play tonight, but called it “a game-time decision.