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Pelicans Are Twiddling Their Thumbs As Free Agent Centers Sign New Deals Elsewhere
The New Orleans Pelicans desperately need to upgrade their roster for next season, but Joe Dumars and Troy Weaver have been frustratingly inactive in the first two days of free agency.
4 Remaining Free Agents Pelicans Should Target
The NBA free agency is in full swing, but the New Orleans Pelicans have been frustratingly quiet so far. Other than bringing DeAndre Jordan back on a minimum deal, the Pelicans have yet to make a move.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 30
Derik Queen has hilarious response to DeAndre Jordan’s Pelicans deal
The New Orleans Pelicans prioritized bringing back DeAndre Jordan in free agency, as they have brought back the 37-year-old big man in the first day of free agency, as per Shams Charania of ESPN.
The 'NBA Rookies of the Year' quiz
How many NBA Rookie of the Year winners from the lottery era (1985 to present) can you name in five minutes?
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
DeAndre Jordan News / Hoops Rumors / June 30
DeAndre Jordan To Re-Sign With Pelicans
The Pelicans are bringing back big man DeAndre Jordan, NBA insider Chris Haynes reports (via Twitter). Jordan played 12 games for New Orleans last season, including seven starts, and provided a valued veteran presence in the locker room.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / June 30
Live Tracking and Grading Every Pelicans Signing and Trade During NBA Free Agency
The New Orleans Pelicans entered free agency with limited cap space. Despite being at the center of a lot of trade speculation, the Pelicans have yet to make any splashy move the fans have been waiting for.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / June 29
Pelicans Are Inching Towards a Contract Extension With Key Contributor
The New Orleans Pelicans have been quiet so far in the offseason. Despite being at the center of a lot of trade discussions, the Pels have stood pat. With free agency officially kicking off on Tuesday, things could heat up for the Pelicans over the next couple of days.
Jaylen Brown News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / June 28
Pelicans Fans Have to Forget About the Jaylen Brown Pipe Dream
New Orleans Pelicans fans are awaiting big moves from the Joe Dumars & Troy Weaver front office. The lead decision-makers have been signaling an active offseason, including an aggressive trade around the NBA Draft.
Jonathan Isaac News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / June 28
Jonathan Isaac's Release Gives Pelicans an Excellent Opportunity in Free Agency
The New Orleans Pelicans have yet to make any additions to the roster other than using their 58th-overall pick on Jaron Pierre Jr. in the NBA Draft. They are reportedly engaged in trade discussions, but nothing has materialized so far.
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.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 27
Pelicans 2026 NBA Draft grades for every pick
The New Orleans Pelicans entered the 2026 NBA Draft from a very different place than many might have expected a year ago. Rather than building off a return to the playoffs, the franchise spent the offseason trying to recover from a disastrous campaign that saw nearly everything go wrong.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 27
Exclusive: How Pelicans’ Jaron Pierre Jr. earned Kevin Garnett’s Anthony Edwards, LeBron James comparisions
Kevin Garnett doesn’t hand out comparisons lightly, so when the Hall of Famer recently likened second-round draft pick Jaron Pierre Jr. to a blend of Anthony Edwards and LeBron James, it immediately turned heads.
Marvin Bagley III News / Scoop B / June 29
Plan B in the Bayou: Why Marvin Bagley III Makes Sense for the Pelicans
The New Orleans Pelicans’ search for a definitive answer at the center position has been the worst-kept secret of the NBA offseason. Navigating a tight financial landscape where the front office is highly reluctant to cross the luxury tax line, executive leadership has to be incredibly calculated with their assets.
Trey Murphy News / Yardbarker / June 27
Warriors get clarity on Trey Murphy III trade price
The Golden State Warriors might be one of the most aggressive teams in the NBA offseason.
Kevon Looney News / Hoops Rumors / June 26
Pelicans To Decline 2026/27 Team Option On Kevon Looney
The Pelicans are expected to decline their $8MM team option on Kevon Looney for next season, reports NBA insider Chris Haynes (via Twitter). Looney will be headed for unrestricted free agency.
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.
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.
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 / 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.
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.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Total Pro Sports / June 17
Pelicans Reportedly Open to Moving Key Young Starter for the Right Price
The NBA offseason rumor mill is working tirelessly, and teams across the league are exploring ways to reshape their rosters before the draft. For contenders, that means looking for impact players who can help without sacrificing long-term flexibility.
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
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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