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The Move Pelicans Fans Are Waiting For Isn't Coming

With two months until the start of the NBA season for the New Orleans Pelicans, many onlookers are puzzled by the lack of movement this summer. After another disappointing season in which they won fewer than 30 games, the Pelicans did nothing to inspire confidence that the upcoming season will be different.

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Pelicans' 3 Biggest Weaknesses Next Season

The start of the NBA season is quickly approaching for the New Orleans Pelicans, and the recent schedule reveal puts into focus just how soon that might be.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 14

Pelicans get Red Panda for schedule release hype video

The New Orleans Pelicans are looking to fly higher in the upcoming season. With a familiar core, a new coach, and a healthy roster, all signs point to an improved finish for the Pelicans.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 13

Tyrese Haliburton shocked to face Pelicans in long-awaited return

The Indiana Pacers have been without their superstar point guard Tyrese Haliburton since Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals when he suffered a torn Achilles.

Tyrese Haliburton sends strong message about his health

Tyrese Haliburton: “I Will Be Ready For The Season”

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Zion Williamson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 12

Buckle up, it’s the annual Zion Williamson in the lab video to get Pelicans fans hyped again

The New Orleans Pelicans look increasingly set to continue with Zion Williamson as their franchise star, especially considering the quiet offseason they have had thus far.

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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 / August 11

Joe Dumars’ ‘obsessed’ message to Pelicans’ Zion Williamson that’s allegedly paying off this summer

New Orleans Pelicans executive vice president of basketball operations Joe Dumars revealed a conversation he had with Zion Williamson this summer. Dumars defended the Pelicans’ stagnant offseason this summer.

Joe Dumars News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 11

Pelicans’ Joe Dumars defends offseason failures with eye-opening trade revelations

Contrary to popular belief, New Orleans Pelicans executive vice president of basketball operations Joe Dumars has been busy this offseason. He just hasn’t heard a trade offer that has piqued his interest.

Joe Dumars News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / August 11

Joe Dumars' Remarks About Pelicans Offseason Lead to More Questions Than Answers

Coming off back-to-back sub-30-win seasons, the expectation was for the New Orleans Pelicans to completely overhaul their roster. Instead, the team largely remains intact heading into the 2026-27 NBA season.

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.

NBA teams’ reported interest in Ben Simmons is revealed

Tyler Herro sends a sharp warning ahead of the NBA season

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Joe Dumars News / Hoops Wire / August 10

Pelicans’ Joe Dumars: No trade out there that I felt would make us better

The Pelicans haven’t done much this summer. Joe Dumars says that doesn’t mean they haven’t tried. New Orleans’ executive vice president of basketball operations told Rod Walker of NOLA.com that the Pelicans have held plenty of trade conversations this offseason.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 10

Scottie Pippen rips Pelicans’ Zion Williamson’s work ethic with diet concerns

Zion Williamson was drafted first overall in 2019 after a freshman season at Duke in which he was named the national college player of the year. The high-flying forward was one of the most highly touted prospects in recent memory and was supposed to turn the New Orleans Pelicans around.

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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.

Joe Dumars News / Hoops Rumors / August 10

Joe Dumars Explains Pelicans’ Quiet Offseason

The quietest NBA summer so far has belonged to the Pelicans, who desperately needed to make some noise after coming off a disappointing 26-win season. New Orleans hired Jamahl Mosley as its new head coach, but the team’s only personnel moves have been re-signing backup center DeAndre Jordan and giving second-round pick Jaron Pierre Jr.

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

Pelicans Will Regret Not Trading Herb Jones This Summer

There have been a ton of questionable offseason decisions by the New Orleans Pelicans. Or, lack thereof. The Pelicans have been shockingly quiet all summer, not making a single addition to the team that went 26-56 last season.

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Zion Williamson News / TWSN / August 10

Zion Williamson Faces Make-or-Break Season After Latest New Orleans Pelicans Contract Report

Zion Williamson was once viewed as the centerpiece player for the future on the New Orleans Pelicans, but things have drastically changed. With Williamson eligible to sign another contract extension this offseason, it has been reported that New Orleans is unlikely to offer him one.

Bill Simmons News / Hoops Wire / August 3

Bill Simmons: ‘I’m not sure’ New Orleans should have NBA team

Bill Simmons has been outspoken about keeping the Trail Blazers in Portland. He doesn’t feel quite the same way about the Pelicans remaining in New Orleans.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Stadium Rant / August 2

The Pelicans’ 2026 Offseason: Why It Makes No Sense

The New Orleans Pelicans’ 2026 offseason seems to be stuck in a loophole, and it’s entirely their own fault. They’ve been at the bottom of the Western Conference now for the past two seasons.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / July 28

Lakers have three final trade targets to help Luka Doncic

Team insider Dan Woike reports that they might not even be done adding big men to their frontcourt, as they're still keeping tabs on three young players.

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Josh Oduro News / Hoops Rumors / July 27

Josh Oduro Signs With Melbourne United

Former Pelicans big man Josh Oduro is headed to Australia, having officially signed a one-year contract with Melbourne United, per a team press release (hat tip to Olgun Uluc of ESPN).

Jordan Hawkins News / Hoops Wire / July 23

Pelicans exploring Jordan Hawkins trades, Grizzlies among teams in talks

The Pelicans appear willing to move on from Jordan Hawkins. New Orleans has been discussing potential trades involving the 24-year-old swingman, with the Grizzlies among the teams involved in those conversations, according to Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line.

DeAndre Jordan News / Larry Brown Sports / July 14

Pelicans defend themselves over apparent DeAndre Jordan contract blunder

The New Orleans Pelicans appear to be in damage control mode right now. New Orleans felt like they had to outbid other teams in order to re-sign center DeAndre Jordan this offseason, veteran basketball writers Marc Stein and Jake Fischer reported to Substack on Tuesday.