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Luka Doncic News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 16

Luka Doncic Gives Big Honor to New Orleans Pelicans Forward

Some, looking at the NBA from an outside perspective, believe that defense is no longer emphasized. When criticisms of the league are looked at from those who do not watch entire games, seasons, and players for long periods of time, defense is the most common issue that many point to.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 14

Bill Simmons Makes Case For Pelicans Star on 2028 Olympic Team

Bill Simmons didn't mince words Sunday morning. Speaking with Zach Lowe on "The Zach Lowe Show," the NBA insider first gave flowers to New Orleans Pelicans guard Trey Murphy.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 13

Pelicans' Jeremiah Fears Reveals Biggest Goals for Rookie Season

Asked if any pressure befell him following in Trae Young's footsteps out of Oklahoma, Jeremiah Fears minced no words. "I trust my game, he said. "I don't

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43 different players recorded a triple-double in the 2024-25 NBA season. How many of them can you name in six minutes?

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New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 12

Why Pelicans bet on Jeremiah Fears finally replacing Chris Paul

A void has lingered over the Crescent City like a phantom limb, a persistent ache of what once was when Chris Paul was directing traffic on Poydras Street’s main court.

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20 old school players who would have thrived in the modern NBA

Which former NBA players watch today's game and think to themselves, Man, I would have been awesome in today's game? Probably all of them. But how many of them are right?

Zion Williamson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 9

Zion Williamson’s new ‘Voodoo’ Jordan Zion 4 coming soon

New Orleans Pelicans’ former No. 1-overall pick Zion Williamson is still looking to find his footing as he enters his sixth year in the NBA. Over the last five seasons, Williamson has only been able to appear in 214 games, but the Duke Blue Devil is confident he can live up to his own lofty expectations.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Athlon Sports / September 8

3 New Orleans Pelicans Players Who Could Be Dealt in the 2025-26 Season

The New Orleans Pelicans had a rough season last year as they finished with a 21-61 record, which was the second-worst in the Western Conference. Of course, most of New Orleans’ struggles came due to almost every player on their roster missing time due to injuries and they will look to bounce back this season.

NBA News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 8

Pelicans Make Controversial Decision Six Years After Anthony Davis' Departure

Landing a generational talent isn't easy in the NBA, hence why they are referred to as such. Therefore, when one ends up on your team, it's important to do everything you can to surround them with adequate talent to compete.

Willie Green News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 8

How Can Willie Green Avoid The Hot Seat Heading Into The 2025-26 Season?

The New Orleans Pelicans head into the 2025-26 season with the 12th-highest payroll in the NBA, which is higher than teams like the Los Angeles Clippers, Houston Rockets, and Orlando Magic.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Total Apex Sports / September 7

Can the New Orleans Pelicans Succeed This Season?

The 2025-26 NBA season will begin on Tuesday, October 21. For the New Orleans Pelicans, this will be a new season full of hope. But can the Pelicans succeed this upcoming season?

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA Draft on SI / September 7

Should Pelicans Reset and Build Around 2025 Rookies?

In the summer of 2019, New Orleans Pelicans star Anthony Davis forced his way out of town, demanding a trade that eventually landed him with the Los Angeles Lakers.

Zion Williamson News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 7

Is NBA Superstar Zion Williamson No Longer the Face of the Pelicans?

The New Orleans Pelicans felt like they hit the jackpot in 2019 when they landed the first overall pick and were able to draft Zion Williamson out of Duke.

NBA News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 7

Former Golden State Warriors Champion Could Be X-Factor for Pelicans

The New Orleans Pelicans followed up one of their best seasons in franchise history in 2023-24 with one of their worst in 2024-25, finishing with a 21-61 record, the fourth-worst in the NBA last season.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 6

Which Pelicans Rookie Will Have The Bigger Impact Next Season?

The New Orleans Pelicans' 2025-26 season may rest on the shoulders of Zion Williamson, as the generational prospect and former first-overall pick has proven he's one of the best players in the NBA when he's on the court.

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New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 5

Three Pelicans Stars Who Are Potential NBA Trade Candidates in 2025-26 Season

The New Orleans Pelicans have made big moves throughout the 2025 NBA offseason, with additions like Jordan Poole, Saddiq Bey, Kevon Looney, Jeremiah Fears, and Derik Queen turning heads.

Jordan Poole News / Hardwood Heroics / September 5

'I Just Wish He’d Take Basketball More Seriously' – New Orleans Pelicans’ Jordan Poole Draws Optimistic Prediction from Analyst

The New Orleans Pelicans made the bold move of trading for Jordan Poole this summer. After languishing with the lowly Washington Wizards in the past few

Saddiq Bey News / The Lead / September 5

Saddiq Bey Could Be the Pelicans’ X-Factor

Amid a chaotic Pelicans offseason, one addition to the roster slid under the radar: the acquisition of small forward Saddiq Bey. The Pelicans landed Bey in the trade that sent CJ McCollum to the Wizards.

Garrison Brooks News / Hoops Rumors / September 2

Pelicans to sign free-agent forward to deal

In 18 EuroCup outings last season, he averaged 7.1 points and 4.1 rebounds in 20.3 minutes per game.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Yardbarker / August 29

Pelicans' 'injury curse' extends to the summer

The New Orleans Pelicans just finished a nightmare season where countless key players suffered injuries. Jose Alvarado's scary fall Friday shows the Pelicans' "injury curse" might not be done yet.

Pelicans’ Jose Alvarado says he’s OK after being carried off on stretcher in Puerto Rico’s AmeriCup loss

New Season, Same Problems: Pelicans’ Injury Curse Strikes Early

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New Orleans Pelicans News / Last Word On Sports / August 29

New Season, Same Problems: Pelicans’ Injury Curse Strikes Early

Last season, the New Orleans Pelicans had huge expectations. They traded for Dejounte Murray, hoping he would be the final piece to get them over the hump.

Jose Alvarado News / Hoops Wire / August 29

Pelicans’ Jose Alvarado says he’s OK after being carried off on stretcher in Puerto Rico’s AmeriCup loss

Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado gave everyone a scare Thursday while competing for Puerto Rico in the AmeriCup quarterfinals. He went down hard in overtime, stayed on the floor in pain, and was eventually taken off on a stretcher.

Jose Alvarado News / Yardbarker / August 29

Key Pelicans player suffers scary injury during FIBA AmeriCup

New Orleans Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado had to be stretchered off the court while playing for Puerto Rico at the FIBA AmeriCup 2025.

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New Orleans Pelicans News / Last Word On Sports / August 28

3 Reasons Why The Pelicans Won The 2025 NBA Draft

Similar to other Western Conference teams, such as the Timberwolves and the Thunder, the New Orleans Pelicans have selected a great crop of prospects. In the first round, New Orleans drafted Oklahoma guard Jeremiah Fears at pick seven and Maryland big man Derik Queen through a trade with the Hawks (No.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Last Word On Sports / August 18

New Orleans Pelicans Add Depth With a G-League Standout

The New Orleans Pelicans have had a busy offseason. They traded for Jordan Poole and Saddiq Bey, signed Kevon Looney as a free agent, and traded to get Derik Queen in the draft.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 7