On January 28th, Alvin Gentry started a backcourt tandem of Norris Cole and Bryce Dejean-Jones against the Sacramento Kings. With both Eric Gordon and Tyreke Evans unavailable due to injury, many believed Jrue Holiday was probable to enter the starting lineup, a role he had not occupied since December 1st. Fortunately for the coaching staff, the New Orleans Pelicans won the game despite starting one of the worst performers in the league this season alongside a player fresh out of the D-League for the first time on a 10-day contract.
Jrue Holiday remains a reserve due to continuing minute restrictions
