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On YouTubeNew Orleans Pelicans News / Yardbarker / February 23
Former NBA All-Star to make season debut Tuesday
Jan. 31, 2025, was the last time that he dribbled a basketball during an NBA game.
The 'NBA All-Star MVPs' quiz
How many of the NBA All-Star Game MVP Award -- officially named the Kobe Bryant Trophy in 2020 -- in the three-point era (1979-80) can you name in five minutes?
Derik Queen News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 23
Why Pelicans’ Derik Queen woke up ‘excited’ for All-Rookie opportunitiy amid grueling season
The grind of an NBA rookie season can wear down even the most prepared first-year players. For New Orleans Pelicans rookie Derik Queen, however, the physical demands have been matched by a growing appreciation for the All-Rookie opportunity in front of him, even when it leads to a sudden jolt in the middle of the night.
The 23 best NBA players with exactly one All-Star appearance
The NBA is a league built on the backs of its stars. Every now and then, guys in the NBA will raise their play to All-Star level, and sometimes, that run only lasts for one season.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / February 23
NBA Rookie of the Year Rankings: Where Do Derik Queen & Jeremiah Fears Rank?
Pelicans fans have long lost interest in the 2025-26 season. Understandably, they are more focused on the future of the team, and that future belongs to the Jeremiah Fears-Derik Queen duo.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Bleacher Report / February 22
NBA News / Last Word On Sports / February 22
Should the Hawks Be Worried About the Pelicans’ Pick?
The New Orleans pick has quietly become one of the most important variables in the Atlanta Hawks’ long-term outlook. As the season winds down, Hawks fans are watching the Western Conference standings almost as closely as their own team’s games.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Total Pro Sports / February 22
Pelicans Pull Classic Rookie Prank on Micah Peavy and Jeremiah Fears
The NBA is no stranger to hilarious pranks, and few can match the comedic genius of the legendary Shaquille O’Neal. Veteran players love to pull pranks on rookies, and the New Orleans Pelicans just took this playful tradition to new heights with a classic joke on Micah Peavy and Jeremiah Fears.
Jordan Poole News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / February 22
Jordan Poole Complicates Pelicans' Plans With Breakout Game vs. Sixers
Jordan Poole was out of the rotation for the New Orleans Pelicans for nine games before the All-Star break. Due to his struggles with inefficiency on offense and usual lack of impact on the defensive end, Poole fell out of favor in New Orleans.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Last Word On Sports / February 22
When Will Pelicans Veteran Make His Season Debut, What Will His Role Be & Future With Franchise?
The New Orleans Pelicans continue to be shorthanded with four players sidelined due to injuries in their stunning home victory over the Philadelphia 76ers last night.
20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest
Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 21
Pelicans’ Derik Queen has jokes for DeAndre Jordan after win over 76ers
In the NBA, veteran leadership usually comes with a side of “welcome to the league” moments, but the New Orleans Pelicans are flipping the script. Following a dominant 126-111 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday night, Pelicans rookie Derik Queen decided to give 17-year veteran DeAndre Jordan a taste of his own medicine.
NBA News / Field Level Media / February 21
Seven Pelicans score in double figures to deal 76ers setback
Jordan Poole scored 23 points to lead seven double-digit scorers as the New Orleans Pelicans topped the visiting Philadelphia 76ers 126-111 on Saturday night.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA Draft on SI / February 21
Pelicans' Rookies Still Offering Bright Future Despite Down Season
It's quite clear that the New Orleans Pelicans have a bright future despite not owning their 2026 first-round pick. That's because their current group of young players has been impressive to watch, even though they're currently 14th in the Western Conference at 15-42.
Dejounte Murray News / Hoops Rumors / February 20
Dejounte Murray Expected To Make Season Debut In February
Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray has been sidelined since January 31, 2025 after rupturing his right Achilles tendon, but he’s close to returning to action.
Zion Williamson News / Athlon Sports / February 20
Zion Williamson Set to Play Against Bucks for Guaranteed $16.8 Million
Zion Williamson will unlock a major incentive in his contract once he takes the floor against the Milwaukee Bucks on Friday. As perNBA reporter Keith Smith, the game against the Bucks will be his 41st game of the season and will trigger a $16.8 million contract guarantee for the 2026-27 season.
Bryce McGowens News / Field Level Media / February 20
Report: Pelicans sign G/F Bryce McGowens to 3-year deal
The New Orleans Pelicans are set to sign guard-forward Bryce McGowens to a standard three-year contract, elevating him from his previous two-way deal, ESPN reported Friday.
Trey Murphy News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 20
Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III to miss Bucks showdown with shoulder injury
The New Orleans Pelicans take on the Milwaukee Bucks on Friday night. Trey Murphy III is on the injury report. Murphy is dealing with a right shoulder contusion shortly after the All-Star Break.
Bryce McGowens News / Hoops Rumors / February 20
Pelicans To Sign Bryce McGowens To Three-Year Deal
The Pelicans and two-way wing Bryce McGowens have reached an agreement on a new three-year standard contract, agents Kyle McAlarney and Mark Bartelstein tell ESPN’s Shams Charania (Twitter link).
Zion Williamson News / Larry Brown Sports / February 19
Zion Williamson is about to get a large financial reward
Zion Williamson is quietly stacking up his number of games played.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 16
Trey Murphy III can’t help but repeat how ‘really f**king good’ Derik Queen is
During NBA All-Star Weekend, one of the participants in the Rising Stars Game was New Orleans Pelicans rookie forward Derik Queen. Queen has been enjoying a strong season with the Pelicans as one of the top rookies in the NBA.
Dalen Terry News / Hoops Rumors / February 10
Sixers Signing Dalen Terry To Two-Way Deal
The Sixers will fill the open two-way contract slot on their roster by signing free agent wing Dalen Terry, a source tells Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / February 12
Watch: DeMar DeRozan reaches boiling point in wild scene during timeout
It’s gotten so bad for the Sacramento Kings that veteran forward DeMar DeRozan took out his frustration on a water bottle on Monday. During a break in
Russell Westbrook News / Yardbarker / February 9
Kings' Russell Westbrook reaches major career milestone
Now in the midst of his 18th NBA season with the Sacramento Kings, Russell Westbrook tends to make history with every basket. He reached a major milestone on Monday night.
Rudy Gobert News / Yardbarker / February 7
Timberwolves’ Rudy Gobert demands 'accountability' after deflating loss to Pelicans
The Minnesota Timberwolves blew an 18-point lead Friday night and lost to the New Orleans Pelicans, 119-115. It's becoming a pattern, especially against teams they should be beating. After the game, Timberwolves center Gobert had some things to say about it.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / February 5
Knicks dealt injury blow to key guard right after Jose Alvarado trade with Pelicans
The silver lining for the timing of the guard's injury is that the Knicks were able to land Alvarado, who was born in New York.
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