The New Orleans Pelicans have one pleasant surprise to celebrate this holiday season in rookie big man Yves Missi ... a ...

NEW ORLEANS — After the second game of his NBA career, Yves Missi ... season at Baylor believing he’d redshirt — not participate in games. One year later, he was in the NBA. Missi ...

Missi, averaging 9.1 points and 8.3 rebounds per game, admits this has been one of the most difficult years of his life. Drafted 21st overall in the 2024 NBA Draft out of Baylor, Yves Missi says ...

With its top overall pick at No. 21, the team came away with a pick many thought was awkward at the time: Baylor big Yves Missi. At 6-foot-10 with bountiful athleticism, Missi was a project pick ...

Missi supplied 13 points (5-8 FG, 3-5 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 28 minutes during Friday's 124-108 loss to the Lakers. Despite the Pelicans' struggles, Missi has been ...

Yves Missi’s impressive rookie campaign has put the league on notice. His relentless motor, along with his ability to protect the rim, has made him a valuable piece for the Pelicans’ future.

On the day he was supposed to take the floor at San Francisco's Chase Center and compete in the Rising Stars Challenge at All-Star Weekend, New Orleans Pelicans starting center Yves Missi has ...