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Zion Williamson’s Pelicans campaigning for rookie trio to earn NBA Rising Stars honors

It’s that time of the season. No, not trade rumor whispers. Zion Williamson’s New Orleans Pelicans are publicly stumping for a group of his youngest teammates, firmly believing a trio of rookies deserves NBA Rising Stars honors.

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Derik Queen vs Cedric Coward Fantasy Outlook for 2026

If you’re digging for rookie upside in fantasy basketball as the calendar flips to 2026, two names deserve a closer look: New Orleans Pelicans forward Derik Queen and Memphis Grizzlies guard Cedric Coward.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / January 12

Pelicans Should Pursue a Veteran PG at Trade Deadline to Help Young Core

With only three weeks left before the February 5 trade deadline, the New Orleans Pelicans remain one of the most fascinating teams on the market. Most of the attention has been given to the Pels as sellers, but all reports are pointing towards Joe Dumars & Co.

Trey Murphy News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / January 12

New Report Suggests Steep Asking Price for Pelicans' Trey Murphy III

As the February 5 NBA trade deadline approaches, the New Orleans Pelicans have made one thing clear: if you want Trey Murphy III, you have to pay a king’s ransom.

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How many of the active NBA players to be selected to five or more All-Star games in their career?

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NBA News / Hoops Rumors / January 12

Warriors Reportedly Targeting MPJ, Murphy, H. Jones

There have been mixed reports about whether the Nets are open to trading Michael Porter Jr. ahead of the February 5 deadline, and one report said the Pelicans are shutting down trade inquiries on Trey Murphy III and Herbert Jones, among others.

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The biggest 'what if' moment for every NBA franchise

It's hard for everything to go right in the NBA, whether that's due to managerial decisions, bad luck with injuries, or other factors. In league history, there are some moments that stand out, moments that could have gone in a completely different direction and drastically changed the league.

Jeremiah Fears News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 12

How Pelicans’ Jeremiah Fears will surpass Anthony Davis, Chris Paul’s rookie records

The New Orleans Pelicans have witnessed plenty of memorable rookie seasons over the years, from Chris Paul’s electric debut in 2005-06 to Anthony Davis’s dominant introduction in 2012-13.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 11

Pelicans ‘forcing the issue’ with Zion Williamson, Trey Murphy III amid trade rumors

The wildly optimistic New Orleans Pelicans have spent years searching for the right on-court chemistry around various All-Stars. Lineups have been shuffled, roles have been redefined, and offensive identities have been rewritten around disappointing news stories.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA Draft on SI / January 10

Pelicans' Rookies Shine in New Orleans' Victory Against Washington

There hasn't been many wins for fans of the New Orleans Pelicans to celebrate this season. On Friday night, though, the team notched its ninth victory of the 2025-26 season, improving the group's record to 9-31.

Derik Queen News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 10

Pelicans’ Derik Queen has high hopes for New Orleans’ final 40 games

Derik Queen is choosing optimism as the New Orleans Pelicans stare down a pivotal stretch of the 2025–26 NBA season. Speaking after an encouraging win on Friday, the Pelicans forward voiced strong belief in the group’s chemistry and its ability to flip the narrative over the final 42 games.

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

3 Most Likely Pelicans to Be Traded This Season After Latest Reports

Much to the chagrin of their fanbase, the New Orleans Pelicans are reportedly standing pat at the trade deadline, at least in terms of their most valuable players.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 9

Pelicans thump Wizards to end 9-game skid

Trey Murphy III scored 15 of his game-high 35 points in the third quarter, and Zion Williamson dominated at times in both halves, finishing with 31 points as the New Orleans Pelicans decisively ended their nine-game losing streak with a 128-107 win over the Washington Wizards.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 9

Pelicans’ Derik Queen reveals players he’s ‘waiting for’ after LeBron James, Victor Wembanyama

New Orleans Pelicans rookie center Derik Queen crossed Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James and San Antonio Spurs All-Star Victor Wembanyama off his list of players he’s excited to face in his first NBA season.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Last Word On Sports / January 9

Pelicans Name 5 Untouchable Players Ahead Of Trade Deadline

It makes sense why the New Orleans Pelicans aren’t keen on giving up talent. After all, they do have the worst record in the Western Conference (8-31).

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New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Rumors / January 9

Pelicans making trade stance clear on Zion Williamson, Herbert Jones, Trey Murphy III

The Pelicans are rebuffing trade inquiries on forwards Zion Williamson, Herbert Jones and Trey Murphy III.

Pelicans' Zion Williamson linked to one team in trade rumors

25 current NBA players who will end up in the Hall of Very Good

New Orleans Pelicans News / Larry Brown Sports / December 28

Jordan Poole had the greatest reaction to Jose Alvarado’s punch

New Orleans Pelicans guard Jordan Poole had a fantastic reaction to the fight that erupted at the end of Saturday’s game against the Phoenix Suns. Alvarado and Suns center Mark Williams got into an on-court fight during the third quarter of Saturday’s game at Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, La.