The chances of the lowly New Orleans Pelicans snapping their lengthy skid against Washington wouldn't appear to be too encouraging, but they'll likely face a depleted Wizards frontcourt Friday night.
Washington could have as many as three of its big men missing as it attempts to earn an eighth consecutive win against the Pelicans, who might get center Kendrick Perkins back on the floor.
The Pelicans (5-16) are firmly cemented in last place in the Southwest Division and ahead of just one team in the Western Conference, the Los Angeles Lakers.