The New Orleans Pelicans need bright spots and good news wherever they can be found. There are few silver linings to be celebrated going into the holiday season considering the injuries to Zion Williamson,

With starting guard Dejounte Murray and CJ McCollum injured, the Pelicans have agreed to a deal with veteran guard Elfrid Payton, his agent told ESPN.

They have lost 12 of their last 14 games. They next play Friday against the Golden State Warriors. It’s possible CJ McCollum makes his return from an adductor strain then.