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Jaron Pierre News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / July 17

What Did Jaron Pierre Jr. Show Pelicans Fans in the Summer League?

When the Pelicans selected New Orleans native Jaron Pierre Jr. with the 58th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, it was a Welcome Home story. The 24-year-old guard had traveled a long collegiate road—with stops at Southern Miss, Wichita State, Jacksonville State, and finally SMU—before getting the chance to return home to the Big Easy.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / July 16

Where Do Pelicans Stand in the Western Conference Power Rankings?

Barring unexpected developments between now and the start of the season, the New Orleans Pelicans will begin the 2026-27 campaign with the same roster as last year.

Trey Murphy News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / July 16

Are the Pelicans Making a Mistake by Not Trading Trey Murphy?

The New Orleans Pelicans have yet to make a move this offseason. They remain the only team in the league not to make a trade or a free agent signing so far this summer.

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New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / July 15

Pelicans Depth Chart After Quiet Offseason

Besides replacing interim head coach James Borrego with Jamahl Mosley, the New Orleans Pelicans made no changes in the offseason. It is the same roster that finished last season 26-56, but the Pelicans are hoping to take a step forward.

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The 25 biggest NBA clutch performers who weren't stars

At the end of the game or in other big moments, it's usually the team's stars who have the ball. Sometimes, though, it's the role players who get the chance to shine and deliver.

DeAndre Jordan News / Larry Brown Sports / July 14

Pelicans defend themselves over apparent DeAndre Jordan contract blunder

The New Orleans Pelicans appear to be in damage control mode right now. New Orleans felt like they had to outbid other teams in order to re-sign center DeAndre Jordan this offseason, veteran basketball writers Marc Stein and Jake Fischer reported to Substack on Tuesday.

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

Pelicans Are Clear Losers of the Offseason

On one hand, the New Orleans Pelicans arguably deserve an incomplete grade for their offseason. They didn't do anything substantial. They are bringing back the same team from last season.

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

Pelicans' Failed Free Agent Pursuit Highlights Misguided Priorities

The New Orleans Pelicans have yet to make a single addition to their roster. The team that finished last season 26-56 is intact, giving very little hope to the fanbase.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / July 14

Trey Alexander Collapses Soon After Caleb Wilson Collision; Gets Evacuated On A Stretcher

Things got a bit scary tonight at the Jazz vs. Bulls game in Summer League. Trey Alexander, who plays for the Jazz, collapsed to the floor with less than three minutes left in the fourth quarter, shortly after he bumped into Caleb Wilson on a drive towards the basket.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Yardbarker / July 14

DeAndre Jordan deal is another mistake by Pelicans' Joe Dumars

It made sense for the New Orleans Pelicans to bring back 2026 Teammate of the Year DeAndre Jordan. But giving him a guaranteed two-year deal was another mistake from team president Joe Dumars.

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DeAndre Jordan News / Larry Brown Sports / July 13

Pelicans appear to have made a blunder with DeAndre Jordan’s contract

The New Orleans Pelicans appear to be self-sabotaging right now. Over the weekend, the Pelicans agreed to a new contract with veteran center DeAndre Jordan.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Jordan Poole News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / July 13

Pelicans Add Size & Shooting, and Offload Jordan Poole in This Mock Trade With Mavs

The New Orleans Pelicans have not made a single addition to their team that won 26 games last season. After the changes to the lottery rules that will make the league significantly more competitive next season, the Pelicans are facing an uphill battle to climb up the standings in the loaded Western Conference.

DeAndre Jordan News / Hoops Rumors / July 12

Pelicans’ DeAndre Jordan Reportedly Received Two-Year Deal

The Pelicans have had a quiet offseason thus far, with their only move in free agency or on the trade market being re-signing veteran center DeAndre Jordan.

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DeAndre Jordan News / Hoops Rumors / July 11

DeAndre Jordan Re-Signs With Pelicans

July 11: Jordan’s contract is official, per the NBA’s transaction log. June 30: The Pelicans are bringing back big man DeAndre Jordan, NBA insider Chris Haynes reports (via Twitter).

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / July 11

Pelicans' Summer League Decision on Derik Queen & Jeremiah Fears Is Baffling

New Orleans Pelicans' stellar rookies Derik Queen and Jeremiah Fears are in Las Vegas for this year’s NBA Summer League. However, they are merely spectators, not participants, during the competition.

Kobe Bufkin News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / July 10

Kobe Bufkin Deserves a Pelicans Chance After Dominant Summer League

The New Orleans Pelicans' dismal Summer League record continued on the wrong side of history after a 105-92 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 10

Dejounte Murray gets 100% real on Jamahl Mosley coaching Pelicans

With the New Orleans Pelicans preparing for the 2026-27 season, the team will have a new look as head coach Jamahl Mosley joins the franchise from the Orlando Magic.

Jamahl Mosley News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / July 9

Pelicans Are Setting Jamahl Mosley Up to Fail

The New Orleans Pelicans have yet to make any changes to the roster that won 26 games last season. Despite being one of the worst teams in two seasons in a row, with essentially the same core, the Pelicans have been unwilling to change things up.

Hunter Dickinson News / Hoops Rumors / July 8

Pelicans Re-Sign Center Hunter Dickinson On Two-Way Deal

The Pelicans have re-signed Hunter Dickinson on a two-way contract, according to the NBA transactions log. Dickinson was tendered a two-way qualifying offer prior to free agency, making him a restricted free agent.

Trey Murphy News / Larry Brown Sports / July 5

Interesting update surfaces about Trey Murphy III trade

Trey Murphy III is still a member of the New Orleans Pelicans, but the team is actively trying to change that. The Pelicans have recently dropped their asking price on Murphy, HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto reported this week.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 3

Warriors may have a Plan B for LeBron James

The Golden State Warriors are reportedly one of the biggest players in the LeBron James sweepstakes. However, James is considering several alternatives. So the Warriors are have their own alternative strategies.

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Kevon Looney News / Yardbarker / July 2

Knicks may have found Mitchell Robinson's replacement

The New York Knicks lost one of the glue guys from their championship run. Have they identified a replacement?

Important piece of Knicks championship joining Eastern Conference rival

Mitchell Robinson cashes in after playoff success by signing with new team

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Trey Murphy News / Scoop B / July 1

Report: Pelicans Taking Patient Approach to Center Search, Maintain Sky-High Price Tag on Trey Murphy III

The New Orleans Pelicans are not rushing into a panic move this offseason. According to a league source intimately familiar with the organization’s thinking, the Pelicans’ front office is actively taking its time to thoroughly evaluate all available options to fix their glaring hole at the center position.

Trey Murphy News / Yardbarker / June 27