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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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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.

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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.

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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.

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

Kristaps Porzingis Could Be an Intriguing Pelicans Target in Free Agency

The New Orleans Pelicans' desperate need for a center is well-documented. In the 2025-26 season, the Pelicans had one of the worst center rotations in the league.

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.

Rajon Rondo News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 26

Rajon Rondo among candidates in Pelicans head coaching search

The New Orleans Pelicans are taking a hard look at former NBA guard Rajon Rondo for their head coaching position, per NBA reporter Marc Stein. Rondo is one of at least two possible candidates for the position.

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.

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

Predicting Pelicans' Extension Decisions: Will Zion Williamson Sign a New Deal?

While most fans understandably focus on free agency and the trade market in the offseason, contract extension negotiations play an important role in roster-building.

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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 24

Pelicans Should Take a Chance on Pending Free Agent Center

The New Orleans Pelicans hope to rebound from another disappointing season after a 26-56 finish. New Orleans is in flux until they solidify their head coaching vacancy and looks to improve their roster before next season.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / April 24

Ranking Pelicans Veterans in Order of Most Trade Value to Least

The New Orleans Pelicans have hinted at their desire to bring the same core back for next season. Joe Dumars said that this team isn't too far from winning, so sweeping roster changes aren't needed.

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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 / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / April 23

Pelicans' Ideal Free Agent Signing Is Thriving in the Playoffs

The New Orleans Pelicans will revamp their center rotation one way or another this summer. Whether it's through the trade market, free agency, or by finding a way to get back into the first round of the draft, the Pelicans will attempt to bring in a new starting center.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / April 23

Predicting Pelicans' Free Agency Decisions

The New Orleans Pelicans are expected to largely bring back the same core that finished the season. They have 12 players under contract next season, and Joe Dumars hinted at running it back when he declared that this team isn't too far from winning.

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 / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / April 22

Pelicans May Have Their Ideal Next Head Coach Fall into Their Lap

The New Orleans Pelicans' top priority this offseason will be to find themselves a permanent head coach heading into next season. Interim coach James Borrego is in the running to be retained as the next official head coach despite his 24-46 record after replacing former head coach Willie Green.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / April 20

Pelicans Trade Chips Who Could Be Moved This Offseason

The New Orleans Pelicans are facing a ton of pressure to get better next season. After back-to-back campaigns with fewer than 30 wins, the Pelicans have to return to their winning ways.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / April 20

Pelicans Front Office Shakeup Is Deeply Concerning

The New Orleans Pelicans' top brass got to work immediately after the conclusion of the disappointing 2025-26 season. Even before the offseason officially began, the Pelicans' front office has been busy.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / April 19

Pelicans Can't Afford to Make the Same Mistake of Past Offseasons

The New Orleans Pelicans are seemingly bringing back the same core for next season. Lead decision-maker Joe Dumars announced after the season that he believes the Pelicans are not too far from winning and have no intention of trading franchise star Zion Williamson.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Rumors / April 17