Vince Carter will not return to Friday's matchup with the Pelicans due to a left lower leg injury, Ross Wooden of the Memphis Grizzlies Communications and Publications reports.

Carter will not return to Friday's matchup with the Pelicans due to a left lower leg injury, Ross Wooden of the Memphis Grizzlies Communications and Publications reports.

Analysis:

Carter was forced to exit the game after 12 minutes of action. Over that time frame he provided five points, five rebounds, one assist, and one steal. The severity of his injury is currently unknown, so consider him day-to-day going forward. The Grizzlies' roster is extremely thin due to injuries right now, so expect Carter to go if he can at all. They next play Saturday against the Hawks. Expect an update on Carter's status prior to game-time.