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A lot of the top players are off the board in NBA free agency. The talented players still available are either restricted free agents asking for too much money compared to the leverage they hold (Josh Giddey, Jonathan Kuminga, Cam Thomas, and Quentin Grimes) or they are older veterans (Al Horford, Chris Paul, and Russell Westbrook).

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Pelicans 2025 Summer League: Injuries, Rookie Struggles and Zion’s Central Role

The New Orleans Pelicans’ 2025 Summer League stint in Las Vegas didn’t exactly go as planned. With injuries piling up, rookies struggling to find their rhythm, and five straight losses, it was a frustrating few weeks for the team and fans alike.

Jeremiah Fears News / NBA Analysis Network / July 19

Corey Brewer reveals one aspect of Jeremiah Fears’ game he needs to improve after stellar Summer League performances

The New Orleans Pelicans ended their NBA Summer League campaign without a win, but the franchise got a glimpse of what they can expect from their lottery pick Jeremiah Fears.

Brandon Boston News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / July 19

Former Clippers, Pelicans Guard Among Top NBA Free Agents

The 2025 NBA free agency class has often been recognized as a weaker group of players, but that is largely due to the lack of star power. Even in mid-July, there are some productive free agents still on the market, including future Hall of Famers like Chris Paul and Russell Westbrook.

Jeremiah Fears News / The Bird Writes / July 19

Fears Scores 22, Not Enough As Pelicans Finish 0-5 in Vegas

The New Orleans Pelicans wrapped up Summer League play with another loss, falling 113-104 to the Indiana Pacers and cementing their place in the record books—for the wrong reason.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Last Word On Sports / July 19

With 4 Players Recovering From Major Surgeries, Pelicans Projected To Begin Season Shorthanded

2025 No. 13 overall pick Derik Queen will likely miss the beginning of the 2025-26 season after undergoing surgery to address a torn scapholunate ligament in his left wrist, the New Orleans Pelicans announced earlier today.

Joe Dumars News / Last Word On Sports / July 18

Joe Dumars’ Bold First Offseason Reshapes Pelicans’ Future

The Joe Dumars-led Pelicans offseason didn’t waste a second. From the moment he stepped into his role as executive vice president of basketball operations, Dumars got to work fast.

Derik Queen News / Field Level Media / July 18

Pelicans rookie C Derik Queen has wrist surgery

New Orleans Pelicans first-round pick Derik Queen is recovering from surgery to repair a torn ligament in his left wrist, the team announced Friday. The 20-year-old center, selected 13th overall in last month's draft, will be re-evaluated in 12 weeks.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Yardbarker / July 18

Pelicans' injury woes continue with Derik Queen update

Pelicans' injury woes continue with unfortunate Derik Queen update

The New Orleans Pelicans received some troubling injury news on Friday.

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New Orleans Pelicans News / Larry Brown Sports / July 18

Rough injury news emerges about Derik Queen

Zion Williamson’s new frontcourt partner appears to have pulled a Zion Williamson. New Orleans Pelicans rookie big man Derik Queen has undergone surgery on his left wrist, the team announced on Friday.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Rumors / July 18

Pelicans rookie undergoes wrist surgery, will be reevaluated in 12 weeks

Pelicans rookie Derik Queen has undergone surgery to address a torn scapholunate ligament in his left wrist, the team announced today in a press release.

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New Orleans Pelicans News / Last Word On Sports / July 18

2025 NBA Summer League: 1 Question For Each Pelicans Rookie

In the same vein as the Phoenix Suns, the New Orleans Pelicans obtain talented players from all across the draft. In the lottery, New Orleans took Oklahoma guard Jeremiah Fears and Maryland big Derik Queen.

Zion Williamson News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / July 17

Pelicans Make Major Zion Williamson Decision

The New Orleans Pelicans have had a surprisingly busy 2025 offseason, and after trading for Jordan Poole, are putting together an impressive core. The Pelicans acquired Jordan Poole and Saddiq Bey from the Washington Wizards, as they continue to build around star forward Zion Williamson.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / July 17

NBA Legend’s Strong Statement on Pelicans Rookie Jeremiah Fears

The New Orleans Pelicans finished this past season with the fourth-worst record in the NBA, ending up with the seventh overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft.

Jeremiah Fears News / NBA Analysis Network / July 17

Isaiah Thomas shares honest take on Pelicans draft pick Jeremiah Fears during Summer League, ‘You have to live up to…’

The New Orleans Pelicans selected Jeremiah Fears with the seventh pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. Fears was one of the top prospects in the Draft class despite being among the youngest at just 18.

Jeremiah Fears News / Hoops Wire / July 17

NBA Notes: Pelicans, Jeremiah Fears, Magic, Skal Labissiere, Suns

It’s been a mixed bag so far in Las Vegas for Pelicans lottery picks Derik Queen and Jeremiah Fears, and that’s OK. As The Athletic’s Will Guillory reports, both flashed potential during Tuesday’s action.

Zion Williamson News / Yardbarker / July 16

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New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Wire / July 16

Pelicans’ Joe Dumars Talks Zion Williamson, Defends Early Moves As Lead Decision-Maker

Joe Dumars is back in a front-office seat, and he is not wasting time putting his stamp on the New Orleans Pelicans. Since taking over as the team’s executive vice president of basketball operations, Dumars has already pulled the trigger on several major roster moves.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 15