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Zion Williamson News / Hoops Wire / July 15

Zion Williamson Will Make $39.4 Million Next Season Since Pelicans Didn’t Waive Him Today

Zion Williamson, the first pick from the 2019 NBA Draft, will make $39.4 million next season since the New Orleans Pelicans didn’t waive him today (July

Jordan Poole News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / July 15

Jordan Poole's Passionate Reaction to Reuniting With Warriors Teammate

The New Orleans Pelicans made a surprising trade earlier in the offseason, moving CJ McCollum to the Washington Wizards in exchange for Jordan Poole and an attractive return package.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / July 14

Star NBA Defender Officially Signs Multi-Year Contract With Pelicans

The New Orleans Pelicans have had a surprisingly busy 2025 NBA offseason, headlined by the acquisition of Jordan Poole in a big trade with the Washington Wizards, but they have made plenty of other moves to gear up for their 2025-26 campaign.

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New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / July 14

NBA Rookie Derik Queen Gets Honest on Fit With Zion Williamson

The New Orleans Pelicans received quite a bit of slack for parting ways with an unprotected first-round pick to move up 10 spots in the 2025 NBA Draft to draft Maryland standout Derik Queen.

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

Cooper Flagg's Summer League Debut Joins Zion Williamson on Historic List

The NBA Summer League has been a time for young players to develop and showcase their game for a long time, but this year had a more unique feeling. The NBA scheduled one of the most anticipated matchups possible for their opening night in Las Vegas, setting up a battle between Dallas Mavericks' Cooper Flagg and Los Angeles Lakers' Bronny James.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 14

New Orleans Pelicans’ biggest mistake in 2025 NBA free agency

There may be no team more perplexing this offseason than the New Orleans Pelicans. After finishing the 2024-25 campaign with just 21 wins, a full teardown seemed likely.

Jeremiah Fears News / NBA Analysis Network / July 13

New Orleans Pelicans draft pick Jeremiah Fears reveals his big ambitions for future, ‘Top two…’

The New Orleans Pelicans are heading into a new era of basketball with president Joe Dumars taking over the team. Dumars formerly served as the Vice-President of the NBA, but made the move to New Orleans to take over the role as the president of the franchise.

Jeremiah Fears News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 13

Pelicans’ Jeremiah Fears fuels hype with extremely bold career prediction

Recent New Orleans Pelicans first-round draft pick Jeremiah Fears doesn’t lack confidence, that’s for sure. Fears, who fittingly wears the number 0, was asked by ESPN’s Dave McMenamin during the NBA Summer League what his ideal career would look like 10 years from now.

Trey Murphy News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 13

Pelicans’ Trey Murphy gives fans hope with important update after surgery

Four months after having surgery to repair a torn labrum injury, Trey Murphy III is already back on the court. The forward relieved New Orleans Pelicans fans concerned about his recovery at the 2025 NBA Summer League.

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

Ex-NBA Champion Reveals Harsh Truth On Pelicans Tenure

Kendrick Perkins is known to be a little over the top when it comes to telling stories or giving takes, be he doesn't talk about his New Orleans Pelicans days very often.

New Orleans Pelicans News / The SportsRush / July 12

'Elite Duo Right Here!': Photographer Shares Jordan Poole’s Live Reaction to Reuniting With Kevon Looney on Pelicans

All good things must come to an end, including Kevon Looney’s tenure with Golden State. The Warriors big man has moved on from the franchise where he began his career.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Hardwood Heroics / July 12

New Orleans Pelicans: Jordan Poole Drops 1-Word Reaction to Herb Jones’ $68 Million Contract Extension

The New Orleans Pelicans recently signed Herbert Jones to a three-year, $68 million contract extension, per ESPN’s Shams Charania. Jones is under contract through the 2028-29 season, with a player option for 2029-30.

New Orleans Pelicans News / The Lead / July 12

Joe Dumars Calls His Shot Early Trading for Derik Queen

The Pelicans are no strangers to turmoil, and Joe Dumars’ latest draft move has everyone talking. But not in favorable ways. Opinions on the Pelicans’ 2025 draft class range widely.

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Jordan Poole News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / July 11

Jordan Poole Reacts to Big Herb Jones News

Herb Jones secured a major three-year, $68 million contract this week, securing his immediate future with the New Orleans Pelicans. Jones' newly acquired partner-in-crime for the upcoming season, Jordan Poole, was certainly pleased with the update and expressed as much on social media.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 11

Grading Herb Jones’ $68 million Pelicans contract extension

The New Orleans Pelicans are securing one of their most reliable two-way players for the long term. On Thursday, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that the franchise and forward Herb Jones agreed to a three-year, $68 million contract extension.

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

3x NBA All-Star Sends Unexpected Message to Zion Williamson

The New Orleans Pelicans have been a miserable organization for years, but things were looking up when they won the 2019 NBA Draft lottery. With the first overall pick, the Pelicans took one of the most exciting college prospects of all time, Zion Williamson, but the human highlight reel has not been as successful as many hoped.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA Analysis Network / July 11

‘Serious problem’… Kendrick Perkins makes prediction after seeing Derik Queen make Pelicans debut

Derik Queen made his debut for the New Orleans Pelicans in Summer League, and showed flashes of potential. Ahead of the NBA Draft, Derik Queen was projected as one of the most interesting prospects due to his unique skillset.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA Analysis Network / July 11

Pelicans coach gives honest view of Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen’s performance, ‘next game trust me’

The New Orleans Pelicans were unable to kick off their 2025 NBA Summer League campaign with a victory. The New Orleans Pelicans recently locked horns with the Minnesota Timberwolves during the 2025 Las Vegas NBA Summer League.

Herbert Jones News / Hoops Rumors / July 10

Pelicans agree to a three-year extension with defensive anchor

The coveted defensive ace has evolved into a leader and mainstay for the Pelicans after being selected 35th overall in the 2021 draft.

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NBA News / Yardbarker / July 11

Three rookies who have something to prove in Summer League

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James Borrego News / Hoops Rumors / July 9

James Borrego to remain Pelicans' top assistant

Pelicans associate head coach James Borrego will remain in his current position on Willie Green‘s staff, Ian Begley of SNY TV tweets. One of the finalists for the head coaching job in New York, Borrego was rumored to be a prime target for the Knicks as they seek an associate head coach under new head coach Mike Brown.