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Kevon Looney News / Total Apex Sports / July 1
Kevon Looney-New Orleans Pelicans Update
Former Golden State Warriors star Kevon Looney is set to leave for the New Orleans Pelicans, so what’s next for both teams? Read on to find out the latest on the rather bittersweet situation.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 1
Nuggets should continue their team reunion
The Denver Nuggets brought back one of their most popular former players when Bruce Brown signed with the team Monday. They shouldn't stop with just one former Nugget.
Jordan Poole News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / June 30
Jordan Poole Sends Message to Ex-Warriors Teammate After Pelicans Signing
NBA free agency has been a frenzy so far, with the Denver Nuggets and Brooklyn Nets agreeing to a blockbuster trade swapping Michael Porter Jr. and Cam Johnson, while teams like the Atlanta Hawks have been busy adding guard talent by signing deals with Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Luke Kennard.
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New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA Analysis Network / June 30
New Orleans Pelicans add three-time NBA champion in puzzling move fans should have seen coming
The New Orleans Pelicans continued to bolster their frontcourt, sending a clear message to Zion Williamson in a move that was rather predictable. On Monday, the New Orleans Pelicans and Kevon Looney agreed to a two-year, $16 million contract.
Kevon Looney News / Hoops Rumors / June 30
Two-time NBA Champion to sign with Pelicans on a two-year deal
He has appeared in at least 74 games over the past four seasons, including 76 this past season.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 30
New Nuggets front office makes bold moves to shake up team
The Denver Nuggets' new general manager duo didn't waste any time in reshaping their team.
Bruce Brown News / Hoops Rumors / June 30
Nuggets to reunite with key championship piece on a one-year deal
He averaged 8.3 points and 4.0 rebounds last season over 41 games split between Toronto and New Orleans before being held out for the rest of the year with a right knee injury.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Fastbreak on SI / June 30
New Orleans Pelicans Sign 3x NBA Champion
Kevon Looney had spent each of his first nine seasons playing for the Golden State Warriors. That said, the three-time NBA Champion became a free agent on Monday night.
Jonathan Kuminga News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 30
Pelicans ‘looming’ as another potential Jonathan Kuminga suitor
The New Orleans Pelicans are trying to improve their roster this offseason, and they could be looking for a specific player to make them better, according to The Stein Line.
Josh Hart News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / June 30
Josh Hart, Ex-Pelicans Guard Reacts to 11-Year NBA Veteran's Extension
NBA free agency opens on Monday evening, but the league has already seen a flurry of moves. Multiple teams have reached contract extensions with players, as a lot of free agents start to realize there isn't a lot of available money floating around this offseason.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / June 29
Pelicans Make Contract Decision On Key Player Before Free Agency
The New Orleans Pelicans have had a spotlight on them this offseason. After failing to make the postseason in a year full of injuries, the Pelicans hired a new general manager in Joe Dumars, to help change the franchise around.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 29
Pelicans declining team option on assists-per-minute leader
The New Orleans Pelicans are declining a team option on their assists-per-minute leader ahead of free agency. New Orleans is coming off a dismal season, recording just 21 wins in the Western Conference, which should be even more competitive next year.
Brandon Boston News / Hoops Rumors / June 29
Pelicans to decline team option for Brandon Boston Jr.
The Pelicans are declining Brandon Boston Jr.‘s team option, reports Keith Smith for Spotrac (via Twitter). The 23-year-old wing will become an unrestricted free agent.
Elfrid Payton News / Hoops Rumors / June 29
Pelicans To Decline Option On Guard Elfrid Payton
The Pelicans are declining their $3.15MM team option on guard Elfrid Payton, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype tweets. New Orleans signed Payton to a pair of 10-day contracts, then inked him to a two-year standard contract near the end of the season.
Zion Williamson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 29
Jeff Teague makes grim retirement prediction for Pelicans’ Zion Williamson
The New Orleans Pelicans have had a busy offseason so far, recently drafting both Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen in the first round of the NBA Draft to try to kickstart their franchise.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / June 29
Pelicans Star Makes Major Career Announcement on Saturday
The NBA offseason has begun, as players all across the league will approach their time off in different ways. For the incoming rookie class, they'll be back on the court in no time during the Summer League, while the rest of the NBA player takes their approach.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / June 28
4x NBA All-Star Shares Untold Story on Blockbuster Pelicans Trade
In the 2016-17 season, both the Sacramento Kings and the New Orleans Pelicans were at a crossroads in their seasons. DeMarcus Cousins was a four-time NBA All-Star and two-time All-NBA in Sacramento, while Anthony Davis was a superstar before the prime of his career even started with the Pelicans.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / June 28
Pelicans Executive Defends 2025 NBA Draft Class Amid Criticism
To put it kindly, the New Orleans Pelicans' 2025 NBA Draft hasn't been very well received. The team received an "F" from ESPN for its performance ,and The Ringer's Bill Simmons called the team's decision to trade an unprotected 2026 first-round pick to move up for Derik Queen "one of the five dumbest trades of the decade".
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / June 28
Pelicans First-Round Pick Gets Honest About Draft Night Criticism
NEW YORK — Derik Queen's surname is a near-perfect match to one of New York City's five boroughs. When he was called by the New Orleans Pelicans in the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft, he was in Brooklyn.
Derik Queen News / Larry Brown Sports / June 26
NBA Draft pick made great update to his LinkedIn profile
Shortly after the first round of the NBA Draft was completed, Queen shared his big career news on LinkedIn.
Joe Dumars News / NBA Analysis Network / June 26
Joe Dumars defends controversial New Orleans Pelicans first round pick with bold ‘anybody in the draft’ statement
New Orleans Pelicans head of basketball operations Joe Dumars stood by the team’s decision to trade for Derik Queen. The New Orleans Pelicans were one of the most active teams during round one of the 2025 NBA Draft.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA Analysis Network / June 26
Nick Wright slams New Orleans Pelicans for ‘reckless’ NBA Draft night trade
The New Orleans Pelicans made a swing in the late lottery of the NBA Draft, and Nick Wright believes they made a huge mistake. The New Orleans Pelicans came away from the 2025 NBA Draft as one of the biggest winners on the night.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Fastbreak on SI / June 26
New Orleans Pelicans Announce Controversial Trade During NBA Draft
On Wednesday evening, the New Orleans Pelicans had the 23rd pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. They made the decision to trade up for 13th by making a deal with the Atlanta Hawks.
C.J. McCollum News / Athlon Sports / June 25
CJ McCollum Responds to Pelicans Player's Farewell Message After Trade
After three-plus seasons with the New Orleans Pelicans, veteran shooting guard CJ McCollum is moving on from the Big Easy. The former mid-major star was involved in a four-player trade on Tuesday that sent McCollum, Kelly Olynyk and a future second-round pick to the Washington Wizards.
Zion Williamson News / Yardbarker / June 24
Recent trade indicates Pelicans are preparing for life without Zion Williamson
It's clear that New Orleans president of basketball operations Joe Dumars is preparing for life without Williamson — either due to injury or trade.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA Draft on SI / June 24
Targets for the New Orleans Pelicans in 2025 NBA Draft After Pair of Trades
The NBA Finals is over, and the 2025 NBA Draft is next on the league calendar. Fans don't have to wait very long, either, as the event is set for 7 p.m.
Dejounte Murray News / The Lead / June 24
Dejounte Murray’s Comments Reveal Pelicans’ Dysfunction
The New Orleans Pelicans have no shortage of problems, and Joe Dumars needs to address them as soon as possible. Many questions have been presented about the state of the Pelicans, especially during the David Griffin era.
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