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A Big Zion Williamson Change Is Paying Dividends for Pelicans

A Big Zion Williamson Change Is Paying Dividends for Pelicans

The New Orleans Pelicans are headed for a second straight losing season, missing the playoffs again in as many years. While the last handful of games of the year seem meaningless, New Orleans has used them to try to build some positive momentum heading into next year.

Derik Queen News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / March 20
Pelicans' Derik Queen Problem Persists Amid Winning Streak

Pelicans' Derik Queen Problem Persists Amid Winning Streak

The New Orleans Pelicans are winning more than they have all season. They are 12-6 since the trade deadline, and that is worth celebrating, even if a lot of the wins have come against teams that are not trying too hard.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Total Pro Sports / March 20
New Orleans Pelicans Set 'Intentionally High' Price for Most Coveted Forward Ahead of the Offseason

New Orleans Pelicans Set 'Intentionally High' Price for Most Coveted Forward Ahead of the Offseason

As the 2025-26 NBA regular season nears its end, the hype surrounding playoff contenders is at its peak. Meanwhile, fans are already looking ahead to the offseason, and the New Orleans Pelicans are making waves with their bold offseason strategy.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / March 20
Pelicans Show True Grit in 105-99 Comeback Victory Over Clippers

Pelicans Show True Grit in 105-99 Comeback Victory Over Clippers

There is a distinct, undeniable electricity buzzing through the Smoothie King Center these days. Late-March basketball is where the pretenders fold, and the contenders forge their identity.

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The 'Oldest 30-point game by NBA team' quiz

The 'Oldest 30-point game by NBA team' quiz

How many of the oldest players to score 30 points or more in a game for each NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Zion Williamson News / Total Pro Sports / March 20
Zion Williamson Could Be Lined Up for Major Summer Deal as Pelicans Push for New Chapter

Zion Williamson Could Be Lined Up for Major Summer Deal as Pelicans Push for New Chapter

Zion Williamson is a name in the NBA that goes hand in hand with controversy. Following his weight management problems, Stephen A. Smith took a harsh stance on the New Orleans Pelicans star.

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 19
Pelicans stay hot at home, hold off undermanned Clippers

Pelicans stay hot at home, hold off undermanned Clippers

Trey Murphy III scored 27 points and Saddiq Bey added 20 as the New Orleans Pelicans earned a 105-99 victory Thursday for their second home win in two nights against the short-handed Los Angeles Clippers.

Dejounte Murray News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / March 19
Pelicans Are Destroying Teams With Dejounte Murray On the Court

Pelicans Are Destroying Teams With Dejounte Murray On the Court

When Dejounte Murray returned to action on February 24th after missing 13 months of action, many expected him to be slowly integrated into the New Orleans Pelicans rotation.

Joe Dumars News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / March 19
Pelicans' Hot Streak Shouldn't Redeem Joe Dumars & Front Office

Pelicans' Hot Streak Shouldn't Redeem Joe Dumars & Front Office

The New Orleans Pelicans are 11-6 in their last 17 games and 14-10 in their last 24. They are no longer the laughingstock of the league and have been surprisingly competitive over the last month.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 19
Pelicans vie to extend home winning streak in rematch vs. Clippers

Pelicans vie to extend home winning streak in rematch vs. Clippers

Dejounte Murray appears to be getting the best out of the New Orleans Pelicans. The Pelicans will get another chance to show off their improved form on Thursday when they face the visiting Los Angeles Clippers for the second consecutive day.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / March 19
Pelicans Storm Back From 18 Down to Crush Clippers 124-109, Win Sixth Straight at Home

Pelicans Storm Back From 18 Down to Crush Clippers 124-109, Win Sixth Straight at Home

Down 18 points with the Smoothie King Center going quiet, the New Orleans Pelicans had a choice. Fold. Or fight. They fought. Saddiq Bey exploded for 25 points, Trey Murphy III added 23, and the Pelicans erased what looked like a comfortable Los Angeles Clippers lead to win 124-109 on Wednesday night.

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20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 18
Pelicans overtake Clippers to continue late-season surge

Pelicans overtake Clippers to continue late-season surge

Saddiq Bey scored 25 points and Trey Murphy III added 23 as the New Orleans Pelicans finished off a 124-109 victory over the visiting Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday in the opener of a back-to-back set between the teams.

Dejounte Murray News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 18
Pelicans star Dejounte Murray’s injury status vs. Clippers after missing last game with illness

Pelicans star Dejounte Murray’s injury status vs. Clippers after missing last game with illness

The New Orleans Pelicans face the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday night, and Dejounte Murray once again sits at the center of the injury report. He is listed as questionable due to illness, putting the Pelicans guard in focus as the team looks to win back-to-back games.

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The 'Oldest 30-point game by NBA team' quiz
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The 'MLB Rookies of the Year since 2000' quiz
 The 'MLB Rookies of the Year since 2000' quiz
Jordan Poole News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / March 17
Jordan Poole's Minutes May Be Short-Lived After Another Inefficient Night

Jordan Poole's Minutes May Be Short-Lived After Another Inefficient Night

A strange occurrence happened at the Smoothie King Center on Monday night involving the New Orleans Pelicans. Guard Jordan Poole played 18 minutes in the team’s 129-111 victory over the Dallas Mavericks.

Yves Missi News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / March 17
Pelicans' Yves Missi Needs to Play More Down the Stretch

Pelicans' Yves Missi Needs to Play More Down the Stretch

With the New Orleans Pelicans at 23-46 heading down the final stretch of the season, interim head coach James Borrego finds himself in a unique situation.

Micah Peavy News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / March 17
It's Time the Pelicans Integrate Micah Peavy Back Into the Rotation

It's Time the Pelicans Integrate Micah Peavy Back Into the Rotation

The New Orleans Pelicans have 14 games remaining in the regular season before heading into the offseason to reevaluate a path of respectability in the Western Conference.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Field Level Media / March 16
Zion Williamson, Pelicans down Mavs to continue winning ways

Zion Williamson, Pelicans down Mavs to continue winning ways

Zion Williamson scored 27 points and Saddiq Bey added 23 as the New Orleans Pelicans beat the visiting Dallas Mavericks 129-111 on Monday for their third win in four games.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Larry Brown Sports / March 14
Zion Williamson hit a massive milestone during Friday’s game

Zion Williamson hit a massive milestone during Friday’s game

Zion Williamson has been known more for his injury problems than for his on-court exploits, but he managed to hit a pretty important milestone on Friday.

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 14
Draymond Green backs Dejounte Murray after viral Jamal Shead moment

Draymond Green backs Dejounte Murray after viral Jamal Shead moment

Green was not one of the critics.

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Josh Oduro News / Hoops Rumors / March 4
Pelicans Signing Josh Oduro To Two-Way Contract

Pelicans Signing Josh Oduro To Two-Way Contract

The Pelicans have reached an agreement on a two-way deal with big man Josh Oduro, reports Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link). A 6’9″ forward/center

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