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On YouTubeZion Williamson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 30
What Zion Williamson’s Pelicans are ‘hammering’ amid 2026 NBA Playoffs scramble
As the calendar flips toward the new year, the busted-up New Orleans Pelicans find themselves once again scraping for relevance in the Western Conference standings.
Kevon Looney News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / December 30
Pelicans Need to Get More Out of Kevon Looney Amid Recent Struggles
During the 2025 offseason, the New Orleans Pelicans made a veteran splash by signing three-time NBA champion Kevon Looney to a two-year, $16 million deal.
The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / December 30
Pelicans' Repeated Clutch Struggles Have Led to Disastrous Season
Old habits are hard to break for the New Orleans Pelicans. On Monday night, the team faltered down the stretch once again in their 130-125 loss to the New York Knicks, marking the third straight “clutch” game the team lost.
The 25 greatest rivalries in NBA history
Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.
Zion Williamson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 30
Zion Williamson’s new life in Pelicans starting lineup creates optimistic outlook
The New Orleans Pelicans may have fallen short against the New York Knicks. However, Zion Williamson’s return to the starting lineup offered a glimpse of hope for a franchise desperately seeking consistency and direction.
James Borrego News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 29
Pelicans news: What James Borrego has as top 2026 ‘focal point’
For all the defensive progress Zion Williamson’s New Orleans Pelicans believe they are making heading toward 2026, one issue continues to undermine their climb.
Trey Murphy News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 29
How Pelicans are pushing Trey Murphy III’s ‘tremendous’ All-Star rise
The blueprint for defending Trey Murphy III used to be simple, if daunting. Find the 2021 first-round pick in transition, stick to him in the half-court, and under no circumstances let the 6-foot-8 flamethrower see a clean look from beyond the arc.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / December 29
Pelicans Could Target Former 1st-Overall Pick Who Is Now on the Trade Block
It behooves the New Orleans Pelicans to be active on the trade market ahead of the February 5 deadline. While most of the attention has understandably been given to whether the Pels will trade the likes of Zion Williamson, Herb Jones, and Trey Murphy, they also need to think about who they can add to their young core.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / December 29
Pelicans' Rebounding Struggles Put Them at a Major Disadvantage
The New Orleans Pelicans suffered their third straight loss after a 123-114 defeat to the Phoenix Suns on Saturday. One glaring stat was the number of offensive rebounds New Orleans allowed in both games.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / December 29
Pelicans’ Jose Alvarado, Suns’ Mark Williams suspended for fight
The NBA handed down discipline Sunday night, suspending Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado for two games without pay and Suns center Mark Williams for one game following their involvement in a fight during Saturday’s game.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / December 30
NBA drops hammer on Jose Alvarado, Mark Williams after fight
The NBA has reportedly decided on punishments for New Orleans Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado and Phoenix Suns center Mark Williams. The league is suspending Alvarado for two games and Williams for one game after the two got into a fight during Saturday’s Pelicans-Suns contest, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania.
NBA News / Field Level Media / December 28
Jose Alvarado, Mark Williams suspended for roles in Pelicans-Suns fight
The NBA on Sunday announced suspensions for Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado and Phoenix center Mark Williams following their altercation in the Suns' 123-114 win in New Orleans Saturday night.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / December 28
NBA suspends Pelicans' Jose Alvarado, Suns' Mark Williams
The NBA announced today that Jose Alvarado has been suspended for two games without pay for his role in Saturday night’s fight during the Pelicans‘ game against the Suns (Twitter link).
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / December 28
Pelicans' Losing Streak Could Be a Blessing in Disguise Before Trade Deadline
The New Orleans Pelicans had righted the ship after the returns of Zion Williamson and Jordan Poole, going on a five-game winning streak. Immediately following that, however, the Pelicans suffered three straight losses with an average margin of 13 points.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / December 28
Pelicans’ Alvarado, Suns’ Williams Ejected After Fight
Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado and Suns center Mark Williams were both ejected from Saturday’s game in New Orleans after a brief fight late in the third quarter, writes Rashad Milligan of NOLA.com.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Larry Brown Sports / December 28
Jordan Poole had the greatest reaction to Jose Alvarado’s punch
New Orleans Pelicans guard Jordan Poole had a fantastic reaction to the fight that erupted at the end of Saturday’s game against the Phoenix Suns. Alvarado and Suns center Mark Williams got into an on-court fight during the third quarter of Saturday’s game at Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, La.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / December 27
Pelicans' Jose Alvarado, Suns' Mark Williams get ejected after throwing punches
Jose Alvarado went after a much larger man during Saturday’s game.
Zion Williamson News / Yardbarker / December 23
Zion Williamson's impressive play off bench leads Pelicans to fifth straight win
Led by their superstar in a new role, the New Orleans Pelicans have now won five games in a row.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Field Level Media / December 22
Pelicans surge in 4th quarter, dump Mavs for 5th straight win
Zion Williamson compiled 24 points and nine rebounds off the bench, helping the streaking New Orleans Pelicans rally for a 119-113 victory over the visiting Dallas Mavericks on Monday.
James Borrego News / Yardbarker / December 22
Pelicans' James Borrego no longer needs interim tag as win streak continues
James Borrego is an interim coach in name only.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Wire / December 22
Pelicans Rumors: Trey Murphy III, Herbert Jones, Saddiq Bey, James Borrego
The Pelicans are sitting at 7-22, which puts them squarely in evaluation mode, whether they want to call it that or not. Around the league, teams are paying attention.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 20
Red-hot Pelicans extend win streak behind Zion Williamson's big night
The 2025-26 season has not gone quite how the New Orleans Pelicans had envisioned. The never-ending injury saga surrounding star Zion Williamson has played
Herbert Jones News / Hoops Wire / December 18
Lakers seeking perimeter defense, eye Pelicans’ Herbert Jones
The Lakers are winning, but they are still looking. According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, Los Angeles is actively monitoring the trade market for a defensive wing upgrade, and Pelicans forward Herbert Jones has emerged as a name high on the internal wish list.
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