Pelicans' Alexis Ajinca: Downgraded to questionable for Friday

Ajinca (shoulder) has been downgraded to questionable for Friday's game against the Trail Blazers.

Analysis:

Ajinca was originally considered probable with the injury, but the downgrading may imply that his shoulder is worse than originally expected. With Davis (quad) out on Wednesday, Ajinca played a season-high 25 minutes, but now with both he and Davis listed as questionable for Friday's tilt, Omer Asik could be in line for a heavy dose of minutes in the frontcourt should neither of them be able to play. Expect an announcement regarding Ajinca's status closer to tip-off.