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Why Pelicans are comparing one Derik Queen trait to Nikola Jokic

The comparisons come with an obvious caveat. Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic is a two-time NBA MVP, a championship centerpiece, and one of the most distinctive offensive engines the league has ever seen.

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Dejounte Murray News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / January 14

Dejounte Murray Could Be the Answer for the Pelicans' Late-Game Woes

Tuesday night’s 122-116 defeat to the Denver Nuggets marked yet another clutch game loss for the New Orleans Pelicans. The team is now a woeful 5-16 in games within five points with five minutes or less to go.

Zion Williamson News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / January 14

Pelicans' Need to Trade Zion Williamson Is Becoming Clearer With Each Loss

The New Orleans Pelicans officially have the worst record in the NBA after losing two straight to fall to 9-33 for the season. Even though the team has shown improvement under James Borrego, especially on the offensive end, this hasn't produced too many wins.

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The Great Equalizer: Wellball Brings NBA Legends and Bronx Youth Together at DREAM Academy

New York, NY — In the heart of the Bronx, where the pavement tells stories of basketball legends and the air is thick with the spirit of competition, a new sound echoed through the rafters of the DREAM Academy gymnasium.

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The biggest 'what if' moment for every NBA franchise

It's hard for everything to go right in the NBA, whether that's due to managerial decisions, bad luck with injuries, or other factors. In league history, there are some moments that stand out, moments that could have gone in a completely different direction and drastically changed the league.

Jose Alvarado News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / January 13

Pelicans Must Pursue Perfect Jose Alvarado Replacement at the Trade Deadline

A lot of eyes are on the New Orleans Pelicans as we approach the February 5 trade deadline. Even though recent reports suggest that the Pelicans will likely stand pat and keep their core, teams around the league hope that a few of their valuable veterans may still be available.

Zion Williamson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 13

Where Zion Williamson’s Pelicans fall apart without ‘super vocal’ Herb Jones

Tough lessons come quickly and often in the NBA. Unfortunately for the fans, the last-placed looking-for-answers New Orleans Pelicans have learned, sometimes painfully, that their margin for error shrinks dramatically when Herb Jones is not on the floor.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 13

In ‘rhythm’ Zion Williamson supports Pelicans pitching Trey Murphy III as All-Star rep

For the first time in his career, Zion Williamson is playing without looking over his shoulder. There is no minutes restriction, no looming medical check-in, just the game’s natural flow and his own stamina dictating his time on the court.

Zion Williamson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 13

Zion Williamson’s Pelicans campaigning for rookie trio to earn NBA Rising Stars honors

It’s that time of the season. No, not trade rumor whispers. Zion Williamson’s New Orleans Pelicans are publicly stumping for a group of his youngest teammates, firmly believing a trio of rookies deserves NBA Rising Stars honors.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / January 13

Derik Queen vs Cedric Coward Fantasy Outlook for 2026

If you’re digging for rookie upside in fantasy basketball as the calendar flips to 2026, two names deserve a closer look: New Orleans Pelicans forward Derik Queen and Memphis Grizzlies guard Cedric Coward.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / January 12

Pelicans Should Pursue a Veteran PG at Trade Deadline to Help Young Core

With only three weeks left before the February 5 trade deadline, the New Orleans Pelicans remain one of the most fascinating teams on the market. Most of the attention has been given to the Pels as sellers, but all reports are pointing towards Joe Dumars & Co.

Trey Murphy News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / January 12

New Report Suggests Steep Asking Price for Pelicans' Trey Murphy III

As the February 5 NBA trade deadline approaches, the New Orleans Pelicans have made one thing clear: if you want Trey Murphy III, you have to pay a king’s ransom.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / January 12

Warriors Reportedly Targeting MPJ, Murphy, H. Jones

There have been mixed reports about whether the Nets are open to trading Michael Porter Jr. ahead of the February 5 deadline, and one report said the Pelicans are shutting down trade inquiries on Trey Murphy III and Herbert Jones, among others.

Jeremiah Fears News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 12

How Pelicans’ Jeremiah Fears will surpass Anthony Davis, Chris Paul’s rookie records

The New Orleans Pelicans have witnessed plenty of memorable rookie seasons over the years, from Chris Paul’s electric debut in 2005-06 to Anthony Davis’s dominant introduction in 2012-13.

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New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 11

Pelicans ‘forcing the issue’ with Zion Williamson, Trey Murphy III amid trade rumors

The wildly optimistic New Orleans Pelicans have spent years searching for the right on-court chemistry around various All-Stars. Lineups have been shuffled, roles have been redefined, and offensive identities have been rewritten around disappointing news stories.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA Draft on SI / January 10