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Pelicans’ Rookie Ignites in Close Loss to Rockets

The New Orleans Pelicans 2025 draft night was largely overshadowed by its trading up near the end of the lottery. And potentially rightfully so due to the team giving up an immensely valuable 2026 asset.

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Pelicans’ Zion Williamson slams down insane preseason 360 dunk

One thing about New Orleans Pelicans star forward Zion Williamson is that, regardless of his weight, he can always defy gravity. The slimmer version of

Zion Williamson News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / October 15

Zion Williams Says Viral Dunk in Pelicans-Rockets Could've Been 'Crazier'

The New Orleans Pelicans nearly got the best of a star-studded Houston Rockets team in a preseason matchup on Tuesday night, but suffered a 130-128 loss for their first defeat through three exhibition games.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 14

Amen Thompson, Jose Alvarado go full WWE in Rockets-Pelicans

NBA preseason is a time for teams to re-integrate new pieces, for players to jell with one another, and for everyone to get up to game speed. This is not the time to let emotions run high, considering how, in the grand scheme of the 2025-26 season, these games carry so little meaning.

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How many of the Team USA Men's Basketball coaches to represent the United States at the Olympics can you name?

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The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history

Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.

NFL News / Scoop B / October 14

Drew Brees Offers Insight on Pelicans’ Potential and Anthony Davis’ Success

New Orleans Saints legend Drew Brees recently shared his thoughts on the city’s NBA franchise, the New Orleans Pelicans, and commented on the career trajectory of former Pelican star Anthony Davis.

NBA News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / October 14

NBA Mock Trade Sends Celtics Champion to New Orleans Pelicans

After losing all three of their biggest frontcourt pieces over the offseason, the Boston Celtics' roster will look considerably different heading into the regular season.

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

Jordan Poole Compares Pelicans to Championship Warriors Team

When the New Orleans Pelicans added star guard Jordan Poole into the fold this offseason, one of the immediate takeaways was that there would now be a much-needed injection of NBA championship experience in a locker room that desperately needed it.

Zion Williamson News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / October 12

NBA Star Zion Williamson Makes Feelings Clear on Playing With Pelicans

Zion Williamson is looking for a big year with the Pelicans. The six-season veteran has seen his potential battered by injuries throughout his career,

Trey Murphy News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / October 11

NBA Star Trey Murphy III Has Major Goal This Season on Pelicans

The New Orleans Pelicans are entering the 2025-26 season with renewed optimism, and forwardTrey Murphy III is making it clear that his personal goals should align with the team's playoff aspirations.

Zion Williamson News / Hoops Wire / October 11

NBA Notes: Pelicans, Zion Williamson, Pacers, Clippers, projections

Zion Williamson wants everyone to know he’s not going anywhere. The former No. 1 overall pick told reporters after the Pelicans’ preseason tour in Australia that New Orleans is still “home base,” adding that he takes pride in representing the franchise that drafted him.

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Zion Williamson News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / October 11

Zion Williamson Shows Leadership in Reaction to Pelicans' Hot Preseason Start

The New Orleans Pelicans are looking to bounce back from a 21-61 finish in 2024-25 and get back to being playoff contenders in the upcoming season. So far, the Pelicans have gotten off to a good start, opening the preseason with two straight wins.

Zion Williamson News / Fadeaway World / October 10

Zion Williamson Shuts Down Trade Rumors: 'New Orleans Is Home'

Zion Williamson is putting the rumors to rest. Speaking to reporters after his return to the court, the Pelicans star said he’s proud to represent New Orleans and considers the city his true home, no matter what outsiders say.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / October 9

New Orleans Pelicans Waive Pair of NBA Veterans During Preseason

After a pair of games Down Under against Australian NBL squads, the New Orleans Pelicans decided it was best to make roster changes. Both Garrison Brooks and Jalen McDaniels — signed to the Pelicans for training camp in September — have been waived, per the Pelicans.

Jordan Poole News / Hardwood Heroics / October 8

'That’s All I Cared About' – New Orleans Pelicans’ Jordan Poole Drops Hilarious Take on the Best Part of Their Australian Tour

The New Orleans Pelicans have been in Australia as part of the NBA preseason tour, and Jordan Poole seems to be enjoying it more than the rest of his teammates.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Last Word On Sports / October 6

Pelicans Make Two Roster Cuts Paving Way For Young Guard To Secure Last Roster Spot

The New Orleans Pelicans made NBA history over the weekend by playing a pair of exhibition games in Australia. The Pelicans went 2-0 against Australian professional teams, but Jose Alvarado suffered a concerning leg injury.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA Analysis Network / October 6

What Jeremiah Fears is doing already for the New Orleans Pelicans is ‘extremely difficult’, says Willie Green

NBA fans will soon see New Orleans Pelicans rookie Jeremiah Fears in action during the preseason. The New Orleans Pelicans may have found their next big star with their seventh overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, Jeremiah Fears.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Last Word On Sports / October 5

Pelicans Splash Trade Has Surprising Benefit For Crescent City

When the New Orleans Pelicans made the executive decision to trade CJ McCollum to the Washington Wizards, the splash player that would be returned to the bayou was Jordan Poole.

Jordan Poole News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 5

Pelicans’ Jordan Poole was in Australia to see ‘kangaroos, koalas’

The New Orleans Pelicans have been in Australia this week, taking part in some preseason basketball. It’s all been in an effort to get this Pelicans team ready to go for a 2025-26 season that will kick off in less than three weeks against the Memphis Grizzlies.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Athlon Sports / October 3

Rival Teams to 'Closely Monitor' Pelicans’ Forward Duo This Season: Report

The New Orleans Pelicans are set to enter the 2025-26 NBA season looking to put last season’s struggles behind them as they try to challenge for a playoff spot in the loaded Western Conference.

New Orleans Pelicans News / BasketballNews.com / October 3

Pelicans victorious in historic 2025 NBA Melbourne Series

The New Orleans Pelicans made history as the first NBA team to ever play on Australian soil, and they marked the occasion with a 107-97 victory over Melbourne

Mo Bamba News / Hoops Wire / September 25

Jazz to sign Mo Bamba ahead of training camp

The Jazz are set to bring in free agent center Mo Bamba, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. While the details aren’t yet known, the contract is expected to be a camp-type deal — most likely a non-guaranteed Exhibit 9 with possible Exhibit 10 language.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Rumors / September 22

Pelicans expect pair of key players to be ready for season opener

Pelicans forwards Herbert Jones and Trey Murphy III have been back on the court at full strength and full speed in recent weeks and are on track to be available when the team’s regular season tips off next month, executive VP of basketball operations Joe Dumars told reporters on Monday (Twitter link via sideline reporter Erin Summers).