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New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / October 6
Five Things to Watch for in Pelicans' Preseason Opener
The New Orleans Pelicans have spent training camp talking about a fresh start. Tuesday night brings the first chance to see what that looks like. After a 26-56 season, New Orleans opens the preseason against Oklahoma City in Tulsa with a new coach and familiar questions about how its talent fits together.
Jordan Poole News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / October 6
Jordan Poole Has a Lot on the Line as Pelicans' Preseason Begins
Jordan Poole arrived in New Orleans as the player who was supposed to give the Pelicans' offense another gear. As the 2026-27 preseason begins, he now has to show he deserves a place in the rotation.
Derik Queen News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / October 4
Derik Queen Could Be Weakest Link of Pelicans' Main Rotation This Season
No one in the New Orleans Pelicans' main rotation has a wider range of outcomes this season than second-year forward/center Derik Queen. That makes him a candidate to be their weakest link this season, even while remaining one of their most promising players.
The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?
Bennedict Mathurin News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / October 3
Bennedict Mathurin Is Already Off to Promising Note With Pelicans
The highlight of a relatively quiet offseason for the New Orleans Pelicans was the signing of restricted free agent Bennedict Mathurin to a two-year, $16 million contract.
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
Yves Missi News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / October 2
Yves Missi's Pelicans Outlook Is Already Changing to Start Camp
Yves Missi gave the New Orleans Pelicans more than they expected as a rookie. Drafted as a developing center with limited basketball experience, he quickly became a starter, averaging 9.1 points and 8.2 rebounds.
Jeremiah Fears News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / October 2
Jeremiah Fears' Body Transformation Could Unlock More of His Game
Jeremiah Fears gave Pelicans fans plenty of reasons to believe as a rookie. Now a stronger frame could give them another. He played all 82 games, averaged 14.3 points, and earned All-Rookie Second Team honors.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / October 1
Zion Williamson Is Off to Eyebrow-Raising Start at Pelicans Camp
Entering his seventh season as an active NBA player, there's still no shortage of questions that follow Pelicans forward Zion Williamson. However, a change in head coach and an offseason for New Orleans as a whole to get healthy have generated some real optimism around the star.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 1
Pelicans head coach Jamahl Mosley sets high bar for former first-round pick heading into 2026-27 season
New Orleans Pelicans first-year head coach Jamahl Mosley is setting a high bar for one of his youngest stars.
Bennedict Mathurin News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 1
Did Pelicans’ Bennedict Mathurin just take a shot at his former teams with intriguing statement?
The New Orleans Pelicans made a good move in the offseason by signing Bennedict Mathurin, who was coming off a strong campaign with the Los Angeles Clippers, to a two-year, $16 million contract.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Wire / October 1
Zion Williamson knows you’ve heard it before: ‘I’m not where I want to be’
Zion Williamson showed up for another Pelicans training camp looking leaner, talking about his offseason work and hoping this season will finally be different.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Fadeaway World / September 30
Zion Williamson Has Slimmed Down To 271 Pounds: Early Signs For Breakout Season
The New Orleans Pelicans are in an undeniably tough position right now. After finishing with a 26-56 record last season, they lack veteran leadership as well as a clear plan or vision for the future.
Joe Dumars News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 29
Joe Dumars' Media Day Answers Leave the Pelicans' Plan in Doubt
Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations Joe Dumars offered plenty of reasons to believe the New Orleans Pelicans will compete harder this season at Media Day.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Fadeaway World / September 29
Zion Williamson Gets Real On NBA Career Struggles: ‘I Am Not Where I Want To Be’
The New Orleans Pelicans’ two-time All-Star, Zion Williamson, recently spoke to reporters at the team’s Media Day press conference. He was asked where he thinks he is in his NBA career.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 28
Zion Williamson weight watch is on after completing Joe Dumars’ ‘impeccable’ challenge
The New Orleans Pelicans come into the 2026-27 season looking to get back into the playoff picture in the Western Conference. And much of the Pelicans’ potential success hinges on the availability of star forward Zion Williamson.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Larry Brown Sports / September 28
Zion Williamson makes a brutally honest admission ahead of the season
Zion Williamson can at least say at this point that he is not in denial. The New Orleans Pelicans star Williamson spoke with reporters on Monday at team media day.
Julian Reese News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 26
Diving Into Julian Reese's Fit With Pelicans After Signing
The New Orleans Pelicans filled their final two-way roster spot after signing former undrafted forward Julian Reese this week. Reese is the brother of former LSU star and current WNBA player Angel Reese, but he also played with Pelicans forward Derik Queen at the University of Maryland.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 25
Assessing How Much Better the Pelicans Can Really Be in 2026-27 Season
The New Orleans Pelicans can get better this season and still miss the playoffs. That's where we have to start before training camp optimism turns into playoff expectations.
Julian Reese News / Hoops Rumors / September 24
Pelicans Sign Julian Reese To Two-Way Contract
The Pelicans have signed forward Julian Reese to a two-way contract, according to the official transaction log at NBA.com. As we noted earlier today when we recapped New Orleans’ offseason moves, the team had an open two-way slot alongside Jaron Pierre Jr.
Saddiq Bey News / Hoops Wire / September 17
Pelicans, Saddiq Bey agree to three-year contract extension
Saddiq Bey’s comeback season has resulted in a significant commitment from the Pelicans. Bey agreed to a three-year, $55.5 million contract extension with New Orleans, his agents told Shams Charania of ESPN.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Rumors / September 16
Minor Transactions: Pelicans, Cavaliers, Warriors
The Pelicans signed and then subsequently waived former Santa Clara big man Johnny O’Neil, tweets Keith Smith of Spotrac. It’s a familiar series of transactions
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 16
Warriors must avoid repeating Jordan Poole mistake with Brandin Podziemski
Everyone knows that the Golden State Warriors are slowly fading away from relevance in the competitive scene.
Bennedict Mathurin News / Hoops Wire / September 7
Pelicans still need cost-cutting move before signing Bennedict Mathurin
The Pelicans agreed to sign Bennedict Mathurin nearly two weeks ago. Now they just need enough room to actually do it. Mathurin agreed to a two-year, $16 million contract with New Orleans on Aug.
Bennedict Mathurin News / Yardbarker / August 26
Bennedict Mathurin is betting on himself with the Pelicans
Bennedict Mathurin couldn't get the restricted free agent offers he was hoping for this summer. Instead, he's going to bet on himself.
Joe Dumars News / Yardbarker / August 10
Pelicans executive Joe Dumars explains team's lack of activity
The New Orleans Pelicans won only 26 games last season, but the front office has largely stood pat this summer. Maybe that's a good thing.
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