What It Means:

Evans said earlier in the season that he wanted to return at the end of November or December 15th at the latest, so he looks to be within that timeline with this news. Once back, he could come off the bench as the Pelicans' sixth man, or enter the starting lineup at small forward. Either way, it will give another boost to a struggling New Orleans roster.

Our models project Evans to average 14.5 points, 5.6 rebounds and 3.9 assists in 29.9 minutes per game once he returns.