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January 26, 2026
Takes on 13-minute role in return
Alvarado (oblique) tallied six points (2-5 FG, 2-5 3Pt), five rebounds and one assist across 13 minutes Sunday in the Pelicans' 104-95 win over the Spurs.
Analysis
Following a nine-game absence due to an oblique strain, Alvarado made his return to action Sunday and reclaimed a spot on the Pelicans' second unit. When healthy, Alvarado has mostly served as the top backup at point guard to Jeremiah Fears, but the two played alongside one another off the bench while interim head coach James Borrego dropped Jordan Poole from the rotation and ran out a starting five lacking a true point guard. Borrego could shake up the lineup at some point, but Alvarado seems likely to continue operating off the bench and could struggle to regain a consistent 20-plus-minute role while the Pelicans have all their key contributors available, save for Dejounte Murray (Achilles).
January 25, 2026
Ready to play Sunday
Alvarado (oblique) will be available for Sunday's game against the Spurs.
Analysis
Alvarado will make his return to action for the first time since Jan. 6 after missing nine consecutive games while recovering from a left oblique strain. Over his last five appearances prior to getting hurt, Alvarado has averaged 5.8 points, 3.6 assists and 3.0 rebounds in 20.4 minutes per contest.
January 24, 2026
Chance to return Sunday
Alvarado (oblique) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against San Antonio.
Analysis
Alvarado has been sidelined since Jan. 6 due to a strained left oblique, but the backup guard has a chance at returning Sunday. Considering he's missed nine consecutive games, Alvarado could have his minutes monitored once cleared for game action. If he's able to play Sunday, he could cut into the workloads of Jeremiah Fears and Jordan Poole, while Jordan Hawkins would likely have a tougher time cracking the rotation.