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New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / June 26
Top Pelicans Free Agent Target Is Now Obvious After the NBA Draft
The New Orleans Pelicans were frustratingly quiet during the NBA Draft. All the trade buzz about trading back into the first round didn't lead anywhere.
Trey Murphy News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 26
Celtics’ Trey Murphy III trade interest doused with cold truth
Heading into the 2026 NBA Draft, rumors were running rampant that the New Orleans Pelicans were potentially seeking to trade Trey Murphy III. However, nothing came to fruition on draft night, and the front office ended up having just one selection, SMU guard Jaron Pierre Jr.
Jamahl Mosley News / Scoop B / June 26
A New Anchor in the Big Easy: How the Pelicans Plan to Navigate the Luxury Tax to Upgrade Center Position for Jamahl Mosley
The financial and tactical parameters of the New Orleans Pelicans’ search for a frontcourt anchor have come into sharp focus. Following a tumultuous stretch that saw a dismal 26-56 finish and a mid-season coaching carousel, the franchise stands at a critical crossroads.
The 'Triple-Double leaders by team' quiz
How many of the players with the most career triple-doubles for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
Jalen Duren News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / June 26
Latest Jalen Duren Report Creates Fascinating Trade Opportunity for Pelicans
Despite the widespread expectation that the New Orleans Pelicans would be active in trade discussions around the 2026 NBA Draft, nothing has materialized so far.
The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time
The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / June 25
Pelicans Sign 3 Undrafted Rookies Right After the 2026 NBA Draft
The New Orleans Pelicans selected only one player in the 2026 NBA Draft. Jaron Pierre Jr. was their pick with the No. 58 selection they had. Despite a ton of trade buzz around the organization, the Pelicans kept their powder dry.
Karlo Matkovic News / Hoops Rumors / June 25
Pelicans Pick Up Team Option On Karlo Matkovic
The Pelicans have picked up the $2.3MM third-year team option on big man Karlo Matkovic, the team announced (via Twitter). Matkovic played 62 games for New Orleans last season, averaging 5.7 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 0.8 blocks in just 14.7 minutes per game, while also hitting 42.2% of his threes.
Derik Queen News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / June 24
Re-Grading the Derik Queen Trade Now That It's Finalized After Hawks' No. 8 Selection
One of the most polarizing trades in New Orleans Pelicans history was finalized on Tuesday. A year ago, the Pelicans traded away their 2026 first-round pick to the Hawks, along with the No.
Herbert Jones News / Athlon Sports / June 24
Pelicans' Asking Price for Herbert Jones Revealed Amid Trade Rumors
It was another disappointing season for the New Orleans Pelicans as they finished the year 11th in the Western Conference standings with a 26-56 record, missing the playoffs for the second consecutive season.
Trey Murphy News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / June 24
Trey Murphy Trade Is Still on The Table Despite Pelicans' Quiet Draft Night
The New Orleans Pelicans didn't make the draft-day moves that many were expecting on Tuesday. Instead, they stood pat and watched prospects go off the board one by one.
Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick
In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.
Trey Murphy News / Larry Brown Sports / June 23
Two front-runners have emerged to trade for Trey Murphy III
Trey Murphy III has a wide range of outcomes heading into the summer. The LA Clippers and the Brooklyn Nets have been mentioned as the two frontrunners to trade for the New Orleans Pelicans forward Murphy, Sam Amick of The Athletic reported Tuesday on KNBR 680.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / June 23
Pelicans Miss Out on Ideal Starting Center as Trade Season Kicks Off
The trade season is officially upon us. Now that the Giannis Antetokounmpo saga is over, more transactions will follow. In fact, there was another fascinating trade that took place on Monday night that went largely under the radar because of the Bucks-Heat blockbuster.
Ja Morant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 23
NBA Insiders dump cold water on Pelicans’ Ja Morant trade interest
The rumor mill had been spinning in New Orleans’ direction for weeks, but insiders are now firmly putting the brakes on any notion that the Pelicans are coming for Ja Morant.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / June 23
3 Pelicans Most Likely to Be Traded During NBA Draft
The New Orleans Pelicans are expected to be one of the most active teams on draft day. Despite not having a pick in Round 1 of the 2026 NBA Draft, the Pelicans are expected to acquire one between now and 8 pm ET when the selections will begin to be announced.
NBA News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / June 23
Odds of a Dejounte Murray Trade Increased After Surprise Julius Randle Deal
The long-awaited trade season is officially here. The NBA is in full offseason mode after the Giannis Antetokounmpo blockbuster trade on Monday evening.
Trey Murphy News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / June 22
Trey Murphy & Herb Jones Trade Buzz Is Louder Than Ever 24 Hours Before the Draft
Despite not having a first-round pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, the New Orleans Pelicans have managed to position themselves at the center of all the buzz before the draft.
Trey Murphy News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 22
Hawks, Pelicans talking Trey Murphy III trade involving No. 8 pick
New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III has been a hot name in the rumor mill as a potential trade option for the franchise. While several organizations have been linked to Murphy leading up to the 2026 NBA Draft, the latest word claims that New Orleans has at least been in talks with the Atlanta Hawks about making a potential trade.
Ja Morant News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / June 21
Ja Morant Rumors Should Scare Pelicans Fans
The New Orleans Pelicans are feeling a ton of pressure this summer to make some changes to the roster. The reporting about the team suggests that Joe Dumars and Troy Weaver aren't leaving any stones unturned.
Ja Morant News / Hoops Wire / June 21
Pelicans may be emerging as leading candidate for Ja Morant
The Pelicans could be one of the teams to watch if the Grizzlies ultimately decide to move Ja Morant. Appearing on FanDuel TV’s “Run It Back,” Sam Amick of The Athletic suggested New Orleans may currently be the most likely landing spot among the teams linked to the former All-Star guard.
Ja Morant News / Larry Brown Sports / June 21
Front-runner emerges to trade for Ja Morant
Morant, the 26-year-old former All-Star, is expected to be sent packing by the Grizzlies this summer.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 12
Three realistic trades the Cavs could make to improve their roster
A lot of trade rumors surrounding the Cleveland Cavaliers involve the likes of Giannis Antetokounmpo or LeBron James being dealt for. Here are some more realistic trade possibilities.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Wire / June 10
Pelicans reportedly exploring trade into lottery
The Pelicans may not own a lottery pick in this month’s draft, but that reportedly isn’t stopping them from trying to get one. According to Michael Scotto
Jamahl Mosley News / Yardbarker / May 26
Pelicans already have glaring question with new HC Jamahl Mosley
The New Orleans Pelicans are already facing a big question under recently hired head coach Jamahl Mosley. On Tuesday, the former Orlando Magic coach was introduced in New Orleans, where he quickly shared his vision for the Pelicans, raising eyebrows in the process.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Yardbarker / May 23
Pelicans coach Jamahl Mosley gets first win by luring God Shammgod to New Orleans
Mosley is beginning his tenure on the right foot.
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