De’Aaron Fox makes his long-awaited season debut on Saturday when the San Antonio Spurs host the infirmary-ridden New Orleans Pelicans. It will be the second night of a back-to-back for the Spurs, while their guests last played on Wednesday. Even with NOLA’s absences, they can’t be taken lightly because there’s an NBA phenomenon of undermanned teams upsetting opponents.

Considering how the season started, it would be a massive blow to San Antonio’s credibility if they play poorly in a tune-up.

San Antonio Spurs (6-2) vs. New Orleans Pelicans (2-6) Nov. 8, 2025, 7:00 PM CT Watch: FanDuel SW | Listen: WOAI (1200 AM)

Spurs injuries: Not due until 1PM

Pelicans injuries: Zion Williamson (left hamstring strain) — out; Dejounte Murray (Achilles) — out; Yves Missi (illness ) — out; Jordan Pool

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