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NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 7
Why Pelicans are focused on ‘spirit’ first, not win/loss record to start Jamahl Mosley era
Executive vice president of basketball operations Joe Dumars made clear at media day that the New Orleans Pelicans are prioritizing culture and mindset over any specific win total as the team begins the Jamahl Mosley era.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 7
Early Pelicans overreactions signal need to make trade to avoid Western Conference basement fate
Technically, the New Orleans Pelicans opened the Jamahl Mosley era with a preseason win. Nothing except the lack of quit in the comeback win (116-110) should have made anyone comfortable.
NBA News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / October 7
3 Biggest Pelicans Storylines From Preseason Win vs. Thunder
The New Orleans Pelicans officially began their 2026-2027 season with their first preseason game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. New Orleans prevailed 116-110 Tuesday night over the Thunder in a game played in Tulsa, Oklahoma, instead of downtown Oklahoma City.
The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?
Zion Williamson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 6
Zion Williamson’s explosive first preseason bucket will have fans feeling optimistic
The New Orleans Pelicans visited the Oklahoma City Thunder at BOK Center on Tuesday in the preseason, and Zion Williamson did not waste time in treating the crowd to a rim-rattling play.
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 5
Exclusive: Inside Jamahl Mosley’s cultural reset for do-or-die Zion Williamson season with Pelicans
The New Orleans Pelicans have sold toughness, accountability, and defense as franchise pillars for most of Trey Murphy III and Zion Williamson’s careers.
Derik Queen News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / October 4
Derik Queen Could Be Weakest Link of Pelicans' Main Rotation This Season
No one in the New Orleans Pelicans' main rotation has a wider range of outcomes this season than second-year forward/center Derik Queen. That makes him a candidate to be their weakest link this season, even while remaining one of their most promising players.
Bennedict Mathurin News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / October 3
Bennedict Mathurin Is Already Off to Promising Note With Pelicans
The highlight of a relatively quiet offseason for the New Orleans Pelicans was the signing of restricted free agent Bennedict Mathurin to a two-year, $16 million contract.
Yves Missi News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / October 2
Yves Missi's Pelicans Outlook Is Already Changing to Start Camp
Yves Missi gave the New Orleans Pelicans more than they expected as a rookie. Drafted as a developing center with limited basketball experience, he quickly became a starter, averaging 9.1 points and 8.2 rebounds.
Jeremiah Fears News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / October 2
Jeremiah Fears' Body Transformation Could Unlock More of His Game
Jeremiah Fears gave Pelicans fans plenty of reasons to believe as a rookie. Now a stronger frame could give them another. He played all 82 games, averaged 14.3 points, and earned All-Rookie Second Team honors.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 1
Pelicans head coach Jamahl Mosley sets high bar for former first-round pick heading into 2026-27 season
New Orleans Pelicans first-year head coach Jamahl Mosley is setting a high bar for one of his youngest stars.
Zion Williamson News / Hoops Wire / October 1
Zion Williamson knows you’ve heard it before: ‘I’m not where I want to be’
Zion Williamson showed up for another Pelicans training camp looking leaner, talking about his offseason work and hoping this season will finally be different.
Zion Williamson News / Fadeaway World / September 30
Zion Williamson Has Slimmed Down To 271 Pounds: Early Signs For Breakout Season
The New Orleans Pelicans are in an undeniably tough position right now. After finishing with a 26-56 record last season, they lack veteran leadership as well as a clear plan or vision for the future.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 30
3 Pelicans Weaknesses That Could Derail Their Season
The New Orleans Pelicans have enough individual talent to make an optimistic case for this season. They also have enough familiar weaknesses to make that optimism difficult to trust.
Jamahl Mosley News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 30
What Jamahl Mosley's Remarks Really Mean for Pelicans' Season
The New Orleans Pelicans held their annual Media Day on Monday, and all eyes were on new head coach Jamahl Mosley’s message about the upcoming season. New Orleans is coming off the worst two-year stretch in franchise history, winning only 47 games over the past couple of seasons.
Joe Dumars News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 29
Joe Dumars' Media Day Answers Leave the Pelicans' Plan in Doubt
Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations Joe Dumars offered plenty of reasons to believe the New Orleans Pelicans will compete harder this season at Media Day.
Dejounte Murray News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 29
Dejounte Murray's Comments Are a Great Sign for Pelicans' Season
This year’s Media Day for New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray looked a whole lot different than the one a season ago. Last year, Murray was still rehabbing from a torn Achilles injury, hopeful he'd return to the court but unsure when.
Zion Williamson News / Fadeaway World / September 29
Zion Williamson Gets Real On NBA Career Struggles: ‘I Am Not Where I Want To Be’
The New Orleans Pelicans’ two-time All-Star, Zion Williamson, recently spoke to reporters at the team’s Media Day press conference. He was asked where he thinks he is in his NBA career.
Zion Williamson News / Larry Brown Sports / September 28
Zion Williamson makes a brutally honest admission ahead of the season
Zion Williamson can at least say at this point that he is not in denial. The New Orleans Pelicans star Williamson spoke with reporters on Monday at team media day.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / September 24
Pelicans Sign Julian Reese To Two-Way Contract
The Pelicans have signed forward Julian Reese to a two-way contract, according to the official transaction log at NBA.com. As we noted earlier today when we recapped New Orleans’ offseason moves, the team had an open two-way slot alongside Jaron Pierre Jr.
Saddiq Bey News / Hoops Wire / September 17
Pelicans, Saddiq Bey agree to three-year contract extension
Saddiq Bey’s comeback season has resulted in a significant commitment from the Pelicans. Bey agreed to a three-year, $55.5 million contract extension with New Orleans, his agents told Shams Charania of ESPN.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Rumors / September 16
Minor Transactions: Pelicans, Cavaliers, Warriors
The Pelicans signed and then subsequently waived former Santa Clara big man Johnny O’Neil, tweets Keith Smith of Spotrac. It’s a familiar series of transactions
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 16
Warriors must avoid repeating Jordan Poole mistake with Brandin Podziemski
Everyone knows that the Golden State Warriors are slowly fading away from relevance in the competitive scene.
Bennedict Mathurin News / Yardbarker / August 26
Bennedict Mathurin is betting on himself with the Pelicans
Bennedict Mathurin couldn't get the restricted free agent offers he was hoping for this summer. Instead, he's going to bet on himself.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Yardbarker / August 10
Pelicans executive Joe Dumars explains team's lack of activity
The New Orleans Pelicans won only 26 games last season, but the front office has largely stood pat this summer. Maybe that's a good thing.
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