New Orleans Pelicans vs Orlando Magic Injury Report

The upcoming NBA clash on October 16, 2025, between the New Orleans Pelicans and Orlando Magic at Kia Center in Orlando, FL will tip off at 7:00 PM ET. Catch every minute live on pelicans.com, FDSFL, and Pelicans+.

This injury report breaks down key absences and question marks for both squads. For the New Orleans Pelicans, starting center Kevon Looney (knee) is out with a proximal tibiofibular ligament sprain and is expected back in two to three weeks. All-Star point guard Dejounte Murray (Achilles) remains sidelined after surgery and could return just after New Years. Role players Karlo Matkovic (elbow) and Derik Queen (wrist) are listed as game time decisions as they recover from soreness and surgery respectively.

The Orlando Magic have their own health notes to monitor. Center Moritz Wagner (knee) and bench forwards Desmond Bane (rest) and Paolo Banchero (rest) are all game time decisions. Starting point guard Jalen Suggs (knee) is also a game time decision after showing progress at practice. Bettors can track last minute changes via the NBA injury updates page here: NBA injury updates.

Understanding these player statuses can give you an edge when betting on New Orleans Pelicans vs Orlando Magic. With both benches affected, expect shifts in rotations and potential scoring gaps. The best odds available today have the Magic at - at SugarHouse. Ready to bet smarter? Start your OddsTrader Turbo subscription now or place your wager with a U.S. regulated sportsbook and profit off the edge.