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Pelicans’ Rookies Regress in Loss to Lakers in Vegas

While you don’t ever want to take too much away from a Summer League game in mid-July, there are some problems for the New Orleans Pelicans. Trailing nearly throughout, the Pelicans fell to the Los Angeles Lakers 94-81.

New Orleans Pelicans News / The SportsRush / July 12

'Elite Duo Right Here!': Photographer Shares Jordan Poole’s Live Reaction to Reuniting With Kevon Looney on Pelicans

All good things must come to an end, including Kevon Looney’s tenure with Golden State. The Warriors big man has moved on from the franchise where he began his career.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Hardwood Heroics / July 12

New Orleans Pelicans: Jordan Poole Drops 1-Word Reaction to Herb Jones’ $68 Million Contract Extension

The New Orleans Pelicans recently signed Herbert Jones to a three-year, $68 million contract extension, per ESPN’s Shams Charania. Jones is under contract through the 2028-29 season, with a player option for 2029-30.

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New Orleans Pelicans News / The Lead / July 12

Joe Dumars Calls His Shot Early Trading for Derik Queen

The Pelicans are no strangers to turmoil, and Joe Dumars’ latest draft move has everyone talking. But not in favorable ways. Opinions on the Pelicans’ 2025 draft class range widely.

Jordan Poole News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / July 11

Jordan Poole Reacts to Big Herb Jones News

Herb Jones secured a major three-year, $68 million contract this week, securing his immediate future with the New Orleans Pelicans. Jones' newly acquired partner-in-crime for the upcoming season, Jordan Poole, was certainly pleased with the update and expressed as much on social media.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 11

Grading Herb Jones’ $68 million Pelicans contract extension

The New Orleans Pelicans are securing one of their most reliable two-way players for the long term. On Thursday, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that the franchise and forward Herb Jones agreed to a three-year, $68 million contract extension.

Zion Williamson News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / July 11

3x NBA All-Star Sends Unexpected Message to Zion Williamson

The New Orleans Pelicans have been a miserable organization for years, but things were looking up when they won the 2019 NBA Draft lottery. With the first overall pick, the Pelicans took one of the most exciting college prospects of all time, Zion Williamson, but the human highlight reel has not been as successful as many hoped.

Derik Queen News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 11

Derik Queen’s Pelicans Summer League debut draws red flags from Kevin O’Connor

As New Orleans Pelicans rookie Derik Queen wants redemption after what he considered to be a down performance, one who thought relatively the same was NBA analyst Kevin O’Connor.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA Analysis Network / July 11

‘Serious problem’… Kendrick Perkins makes prediction after seeing Derik Queen make Pelicans debut

Derik Queen made his debut for the New Orleans Pelicans in Summer League, and showed flashes of potential. Ahead of the NBA Draft, Derik Queen was projected as one of the most interesting prospects due to his unique skillset.

Herbert Jones News / Field Level Media / July 10

Reports: Pelicans F Herbert Jones agrees to 3-year, $68M extension

New Orleans Pelicans forward Herbert Jones agreed to a three-year, $68 million extension, according to multiple reports on Thursday. The defensive stalwart had two seasons and just less than $29 million left on a four-year, $53.8 million deal.

Derik Queen News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 10

Pelicans’ Derik Queen seeks ‘redemption’ after Summer League flop

The New Orleans Pelicans made headlines this 2025 NBA Draft when they drafted big man Derik Queen out of Maryland. Queen has a ton of potential and has a unique playstyle in the frontcourt.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 10

Herb Jones inks $68 million contract extension to remain with Pelicans

The New Orleans Pelicans ensured that one of their top players remains in a Pelicans jersey for the next several years after coming to an agreement on a contract extension with Herb Jones during the onset of NBA Summer League.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / July 10

Top NBA Defender Signs Three-Year Extension With Pelicans

The New Orleans Pelicans didn't do too much in free agency, as former Golden State Warriors big Kevon Looney was their lone signing. They did make a few

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Herbert Jones News / Hoops Rumors / July 10

Pelicans agree to a three-year extension with defensive anchor

The coveted defensive ace has evolved into a leader and mainstay for the Pelicans after being selected 35th overall in the 2021 draft.

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New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 9

The move New Orleans Pelicans still must make in 2025 NBA free agency

To say that the New Orleans Pelicans have had a polarizing offseason thus far would be a major understatement. They made one of the most criticized moves

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 11

Three rookies who have something to prove in Summer League

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Jordan Poole News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / July 9

Wizards Star Sends Heartfelt Message to Jordan Poole After Pelicans Trade

The New Orleans Pelicans kicked off their 2025 offseason with an unexpected trade, picking up Jordan Poole from the Washington Wizards. In this deal, the Pelicans received Poole, Saddiq Bey, and a 2025 second-round pick in exchange for CJ McCollum, Kelly Olynyk, and a future second-round pick.

James Borrego News / Hoops Rumors / July 9

James Borrego to remain Pelicans' top assistant

Pelicans associate head coach James Borrego will remain in his current position on Willie Green‘s staff, Ian Begley of SNY TV tweets. One of the finalists for the head coaching job in New York, Borrego was rumored to be a prime target for the Knicks as they seek an associate head coach under new head coach Mike Brown.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA Analysis Network / July 8

New Orleans Pelicans star admits he has put on ‘a little bit’ of weight this offseason, it’s intentional

The New Orleans Pelicans have a player who is trying to get bigger ahead of a grueling NBA season. The New Orleans Pelicans have made some bold moves during this offseason.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Larry Brown Sports / July 7

Kevon Looney sparks Rick James jokes with his unexpected new look

Kevon Looney looks like he is ready to put his boots up on your new suede couch. Looney, who recently agreed to terms with the New Orleans Pelicans in free agency, officially signed his new contract with the team on Monday.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Fastbreak on SI / July 6

New Orleans Pelicans Officially Announce Blockbuster Trade

Jordan Poole has been with the Washington Wizards for the last two years. The former Michigan star is coming off a solid season where he averaged 20.5 points, 3.0 rebounds, 4.5 assists and 1.3 steals per contest while shooting 43.2% from the field and 37.8% from the three-point range in 68 games.

Antonio Reeves News / Fastbreak on SI / July 3

New Orleans Pelicans Release 1-Year NBA Player

Antonio Reeves spent his rookie year in the NBA playing for the New Orleans Pelicans. On Thursday, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype reported the news that the Pelicans will waive Reeves.

Joe Dumars News / Yardbarker / July 3

Joe Dumars ignored huge upside in Pelicans' traded picks

The Pelicans offered the Hawks an unprotected 2026 first-round pick — the better of the picks from the Milwaukee Bucks and the Pelicans — to move up from No. 23 to No. 13 in the NBA Draft. The Hawks jumped on the deal.

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