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On YouTubeJordan Poole News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / December 9
Pelicans Give Big Jordan Poole Update on Tuesday
Injuries have been a major storyline for the New Orleans Pelicans this season. Nearly all of the team’s top players have missed significant time at the beginning of the year.
Derik Queen News / NBA Draft on SI / December 9
Pelicans' Rookie Derik Queen Becomes Youngest Center to Record a Triple Double
With 10:38 to play in the third quarter, the New Orleans Pelicans were down 15 to the San Antonio Spurs and headed toward what looked like their 23rd loss in the first 25 games of a season that has tested patience, belief, and morale.
The 'NBA Assist Champions since 1976-77' quiz
How many of the players to win the NBA's assist title since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 season can you name in five minutes?
Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?
Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / December 9
Derik Queen's Postgame Interaction With Dylan Harper Draws Attention
A heartwarming moment unfolded after Monday night’s thriller in New Orleans, as Derik Queen and Dylan Harper met at midcourt. There, the New Orleans Pelicans and San Antonio Spurs rookies exchanged their game worn jerseys.
NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / December 9
'He Was Fantastic' – New Orleans Pelicans Rookie Draws Massive Praise for Career Night Vs. San Antonio Spurs
The New Orleans Pelicans may have dropped to 3-22 after losing their seventh consecutive game against the San Antonio Spurs on Monday night, but at least they continue to see progress from their young standouts.
Derik Queen News / Yardbarker / December 9
Derik Queen doing his best to justify much-maligned Pelicans trade
The New Orleans Pelicans fell to 3-22, but rookie Derik Queen is giving them hope for the future.
Trey Murphy News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 8
Pelicans’ Trey Murphy III goes way up for sick alley-oop finish vs. Spurs
The New Orleans Pelicans fell short against the San Antonio Spurs, 135-132, on Monday at Smoothie King Center. But there were many positives to take away from the loss.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 8
Bill Simmons floats ‘wild card’ trade destination for Pelicans’ Trey Murphy III
Bill Simmons had an intriguing trade scenario for the New Orleans Pelicans, especially when it involves Trey Murphy III. Murphy is going through the fifth season of his NBA career, all with the Pelicans.
NBA News / The SportsRush / December 8
Jimmy Butler Can’t Help but Troll Buddy Hield While Hyping Up the Rest of His Teammates After Big Win vs Bulls
Once Stephen Curry suffered a right quadriceps injury, it was all but certain that the Golden State Warriors would struggle in his absence. After all, they didn’t looked all that great even with him in the lineup.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / December 8
Jeremiah Fears-Derik Queen Duo Could Be a Major Defensive Problem for Pelicans
The 2025-26 season is already a lost cause for the New Orleans Pelicans. It's clear that the franchise needs to shift its focus to the future rather than chasing wins this season.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 8
Why Pelicans are ‘not worried’ about 2 key contributors going cold
As the New Orleans Pelicans begin a blistering holiday schedule, two of their key perimeter threats have unfortunately hit a cold spell from beyond the arc.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 7
Where James Borrego’s Pelicans are finding ‘valuable possessions’ for Jeremiah Fears
Playing with “speed and violence” has been a tenet of James Borrego’s since being elevated to the head job. Turning every change of possession, make or miss by the opponent, into an opportunity for Jeremiah Fears to ignite the break has been a catalyst for quick transitions and an aggressive pace.
Derik Queen News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 7
How Pelicans are protecting Derik Queen from ‘being put into every action’ on defense
Learning curves are usually steep at the NBA level and interim head coach James Borrego knows it’s especially challenging for rookies. That is why the
Zion Williamson News / NBA Analysis Network / December 7
Gilbert Arenas admits the New Orleans Pelicans need to take a different direction with Zion Williamson
The New Orleans Pelicans have immense potential on the roster, with Zion Williamson as the most promising player. Unfortunately, his constant injuries continue to haunt him, which could end his spell with the Pelicans.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Last Word On Sports / December 7
Pelicans Reversing Course, Considering Trading Much-Desired Two-Way Forward?
After what appears to be a failed attempt to retool its roster to make a run at the Western Conference Play-In Tournament, are the New Orleans Pelicans ready to embrace a complete rebuild?
Zion Williamson News / Hoops Wire / December 6
Pelicans may listen soon on Zion Williamson, opposing execs believe
The Pelicans keep insisting they want to build something stable, but their season has gone off the rails early, and the league is circling. Chris Dodson of ClutchPoints reported that Zion Williamson appears increasingly unlikely to be part of New Orleans’ long-term plans.
Trey Murphy News / Hoops Wire / December 6
Pelicans willing to listen to offers on Trey Murphy III, Herb Jones
The Pelicans might finally be ready to tear it down. And the names on the table are big ones. The expectation in New Orleans was a playoff push. Instead, rival teams now believe the Pelicans are preparing for a pivot built around young guards Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen.
Zion Williamson News / Larry Brown Sports / December 5
Report: Pelicans are eager to move on from Zion Williamson
If the New Orleans Pelicans have their way, they will be able to move on from Zion Williamson as quickly as possible.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Rumors / December 4
Pelicans rumors: Williamson, Murphy, Jones, Alvarado
Hired as the Pelicans‘ new head of basketball operations in the spring, Joe Dumars opted against pursuing a trade of oft-injured forward Zion Williamson during his first summer on the job.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Scoop B / December 4
New Orleans Pelicans’ Head Coaching Search: Sorting Fact from Fiction
The New Orleans Pelicans organization is navigating a crucial period following the firing of head coach Willie Greenafter a disappointing start to the 2025-2026 NBA season.
Herbert Jones News / EssentiallySports / December 4
Herbert Jones NBA Stats 2025: Background, Shooting, Defense & Career Overview
Herbert Jones will miss Thursday’s game against the Timberwolves, marking his seventh straight absence. With the Pelicans offering no updates on his recovery, he’s also expected to miss Saturday’s matchup in Brooklyn.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Yardbarker / December 2
Pelicans' superstar to be sidelined for extended period of time
Ten years from now, we will all look back at the career of Zion Williamson and wonder what could've been.
NBA News / Yardbarker / November 25
How do current Pistons compare to previous editions that also won 13 straight games?
While comparing the current Pistons to the great teams of yesteryear might be a bit unfair, there are a couple of striking similarities between them and a few notable differences.
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