Nick Young did not travel with the Lakers ahead of Friday night's game versus the Pelicans, but is expected to fly to New Orleans in time for tipoff, ESPN's Baxter Holmes reports.

Young did not travel with the Lakers ahead of Friday night's game versus the Pelicans, but is expected to fly to New Orleans in time for tipoff, ESPN's Baxter Holmes reports.

Analysis:

Young's tumultuous end to this season has been well-publicized lately, and him not traveling with the Lakers further evidences his distant relationship with the team at the moment. That being said, Young is expected to be present for Friday night's game in New Orleans, even if it's unlikely he'll be asked to play.