Although New Orleans chose to split it travel-wise into two separate road trips of two games apiece, the Pelicans have a chance Sunday to go 3-1 over a four-game span of Week 16 away contests. A win Sunday in Houston also would give the team its longest overall winning streak since just before Christmas. For New Orleans to make it three consecutive victories, however, the Pelicans will have to do so while competing without key reserves and potentially one full-time starter.
Josh Hart (left knee contusion) is listed as questionable for the Houston game, while Willy Hernangomez and Garrett Temple are out due to health and safety protocols.