Norris Cole (back) will sit out Sunday's game against the Heat.

Cole (back) will sit out Sunday's game against the Heat.

Analysis:

The Pelicans were listing Cole as questionable to play heading into the contest, but there was never any real evidence presented that suggested he's fully recovered from his ailment. With Cole sidelined for nearly two weeks now due to the sore back, he may need to participate fully in a practice or two before coach Alvin Gentry reinserts him back into the rotation.