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Rockets' 1st Round Disappointment Could Make Perfect Pelicans Trade Target Available

The Houston Rockets had one of the most disappointing first-round exits of the playoffs, losing in six to the short-handed Lakers. This could augur significant moves in the offseason, whether it's on the coaching staff, front office, or with the personnel.

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Nuggets Could Emerge As the Perfect Pelicans' Trade Partner After 1st Round Exit

The New Orleans Pelicans are entering a crucial offseason that will determine how competitive they will be not only next season but also for years to come.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Rumors / May 1

Rondo, Borrego Among Frontrunners For Pelicans’ Coaching Job

Rajon Rondo, James Borrego, Darvin Ham and Steve Hetzel have emerged as the four frontrunners for the Pelicans‘ head coaching job, sources close to the search tell Rod Walker of NOLA.com.

DeAndre Jordan News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 30

DeAndre Jordan shares eye-opening reaction to Twyman-Stokes award

The New Orleans Pelicans might not have made the playoffs this season, but as the NBA rolls out their postseason awards, they’re grateful to have veteran big man DeAndre Jordan on the team.

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The 'Playoff scoring record by team' quiz

How many of the players who scored the most points in a playoff game for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Rajon Rondo News / Yardbarker / April 30

Rajon Rondo reportedly interviews for NBA head-coaching job

Rondo may be one step closer to becoming a head coach in the NBA.

The 'NBA players to record a triple-double in 2017-18' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history

In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.

Rajon Rondo News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 30

Pelicans rumors: Is Rajon Rondo truly a hot candidate for head coaching job?

The rumors of the New Orleans Pelicans going after Rajon Rondo are true. Rondo may be next in line to become an NBA head coach, and there are many former and current players advocating for him to become a head coach.

Trey Murphy News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / April 30

Trade Buzz Around Pelicans' Trey Murphy Is Already Getting Loud

Even though they weren't the most interesting team on the court this season, the New Orleans Pelicans will be one of the teams to watch in the offseason.

DeAndre Jordan News / Field Level Media / April 29

Pelicans C DeAndre Jordan named NBA's Teammate of Year

New Orleans Pelicans center DeAndre Jordan was named this year's winner of the Twyman-Stokes Teammate of the Year award on Wednesday. Presented annually

DeAndre Jordan News / Hoops Rumors / April 29

DeAndre Jordan Named 2025/26 Teammate Of The Year

Veteran center DeAndre Jordan appeared in just 12 games as a member of the Pelicans this season, but he has been named the 2025/26 Teammate of the Year, the NBA announced today (Twitter link).

Dejounte Murray News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / April 29

3 Top Dejounte Murray Destinations if Pelicans Decide to Trade Him This Summer

The New Orleans Pelicans are expected to largely bring back the same core from last season, much to the frustration of their fanbase. Wholesale changes aren't expected despite back-to-back seasons with fewer than 30 wins.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / April 28

Pelicans Have a Clear Lesson to Learn from 1st Round of Playoffs

The New Orleans Pelicans are at home watching the NBA playoffs for the second consecutive season after finishing the year 26-56. One lone bright spot is that the team gets to sit back and evaluate what works and doesn’t work when competing for an NBA championship.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker

The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career

LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / April 28

All You Need to Know About the Pelicans' Head Coaching Search

The first order of business for the New Orleans Pelicans in their offseason is to find a permanent head coach. James Borrego finished the season as the interim head coach, and he remains a candidate for the job, but the Pelicans are casting a wide net in their search.

Rajon Rondo News / Hoops Wire / April 27

Pelicans interview Rajon Rondo, Nets assistant Steve Hetzel in coaching search

The Pelicans continue to cast a wide net in their search for their next head coach. According to Jake Fischer and Marc Stein of The Stein Line, former All-Star guard Rajon Rondo is among the candidates and has already interviewed for the position.

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The '5 3's on 50% shooting playoff games' quiz

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Rajon Rondo News / Hoops Rumors / April 27

Rajon Rondo Under Consideration In Pelicans’ Head Coaching Search

Rajon Rondo is among the candidates the Pelicans are considering as they look for their next head coach, with league sources telling Jake Fischer and Marc Stein of The Stein Line (Substack link) that he has already interviewed for the position.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / April 27

Pelicans' Next Head Coach May Be Coaching in the NBA Playoffs Right Now

While 16 teams are battling it out in the first round of the NBA Playoffs, the New Orleans Pelicans are looking for their next head coach. Interim head coach James Borrego remains a candidate to secure the permanent position, but the Pelicans are casting a wide net.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / April 27

3 Former Pelicans On Thin Ice With Their New Teams in the Playoffs

While the New Orleans Pelicans, along with 13 other teams that have missed the playoffs, are focused on the offseason ahead, the rest of the league is in the midst of the first round of the playoffs.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / April 26

Former NBA All-Star Emerges as Surprise Pelicans Head Coaching Candidate

After the conclusion of their disastrous season, the New Orleans Pelicans have been looking for their next head coach. James Borrego's interim tag was never removed during the season, but he remains a candidate for the position.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Scoop B / April 27

The Blizzard in the Big Easy: How Pelicans Big Man Derik Queen Put the NBA in the Blender for Joe Dumars, Troy Weaver

The narrative surrounding the modern NBA center often oscillates between two extremes: the high-flying rim protector or the floor-spacing sniper. Yet, New Orleans Pelicans rookie Derik Queen is carving out a third path—one paved with elite footwork and a “point-center” vision that defies his age.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / April 25

Pelicans Can Fill Shooting Need With Veteran Expected to Test Free Agency

The NBA playoffs once again rage on without the New Orleans Pelicans, who finished with fewer than 30 wins for the second consecutive season. Changes are sweeping through the organization, with coaches, support staff, and trainers not being retained for next year.

NBA News / Scoop B / April 25

The Next Chapter in the Crescent City: Inside the Pelicans’ High-Stakes Coaching Search

NEW ORLEANS — The humidity is rising in New Orleans, but the heat emanating from the Pelicans’ front office at 5800 Airline Drive has nothing to do with the Louisiana climate.

DeAndre Jordan News / Scoop B / April 24

Offseason Wisdom: DeAndre Jordan on Mentorship, Championship DNA and the Road Ahead

The lights have dimmed on the New Orleans Pelicans’ 2025–26 campaign, a season that will be remembered more for its resilience than its record. It was a turbulent year defined by a shifting landscape in the Big Easy, headlined by a significant mid-season coaching change when Willie Green was dismissed following a 2–10 start.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Wire / April 22

Pelicans cast wide net in coaching search amid sweeping changes

The Pelicans have a lot going on right now. Start with the coaching search. The process is being led by head of basketball operations Joe Dumars, and by all indications, New Orleans is taking its time.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Stadium Rant / April 16

Did The New Orleans Pelicans Set Themselves Back On Draft Night 2025?

The New Orleans Pelicans have definitely not had the season that they had anticipated. They were thinking something way different than what ended up happening, but unfortunately, they’ve been dealing with these problems for a few seasons now.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Wire / April 14

Pelicans’ Joe Dumars shoots down Zion Williamson trade talk

Pelicans forward Zion Williamson said Monday he wants to remain in New Orleans. On Tuesday, executive VP of basketball operations Joe Dumars indicated the feeling is mutual.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 11

Celtics tie their own NBA record vs. Pelicans

Two teams in NBA history had ever made 29 three-pointers in a game before this week. Friday night, the Boston Celtics became the second team in five nights to tie the single-game record for threes.

Report: Celtics could break up their core this offseason

Noteworthy update surfaces about Zion Williamson’s future

Why Kendrick Perkins is still not buying the Knicks after win over Celtics

Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns help Knicks clinch No. 3 seed

The '60-point NBA games' quiz

New Orleans Pelicans News / Larry Brown Sports / April 9

Noteworthy update surfaces about Zion Williamson’s future

Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans just can’t quit each other. New Orleans remains committed to their star forward Williamson, and they are even considering a contract extension for him this summer, NBA writer Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson reported on Thursday.