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New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / August 18
Pelicans' Biggest X-Factor Heading Into the 2026-2027 NBA Season
The New Orleans Pelicans remained relatively quiet this offseason, electing not to make any drastic roster changes heading into the upcoming year. Their cautious approach means a roster that won just 26 games last season will take the court again this year, looking to improve on their disastrous campaign.
Trendon Watford News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / August 17
What Does the Trendon Watford Signing Mean for the Pelicans' Rotation?
The New Orleans Pelicans signed former LSU standout Trendon Watford on Tuesday. ESPN insider Shams Charania first reported the news on social media, disclosing the one-year, $2.9 million deal for the versatile forward.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 17
Pelicans add ex-76ers forward who posted triple-double last season
The New Orleans Pelicans added depth to their frontline on Monday after signing a sixth-year forward who is still trying to find a permanent home in the NBA.
The '50-point NBA Playoff games' quiz
In the history of the NBA, a player has scored 50 or more points in a playoff game on 51 occasions. How many can you name in six minutes?
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / August 18
Pelicans land new Zion Williamson teammate in former 76ers forward
The New Orleans Pelicans are adding a new forward to their fold. On Monday, NBA insider Shams Charania of ESPN reported that the Western Conference franchise has come to terms with former Philadelphia 76ers forward Trendon Watford.
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.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / August 17
Pelicans Finally Make First (and Potentially Last) Signing of the Offseason
The New Orleans Pelicans had yet to make a move this offseason, much to the chagrin of the fanbase. Despite winning only 26 games last season, the Pelicans decided to stand pat and brought back 14 of the 15 players from last season.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / August 14
The Move Pelicans Fans Are Waiting For Isn't Coming
With two months until the start of the NBA season for the New Orleans Pelicans, many onlookers are puzzled by the lack of movement this summer. After another disappointing season in which they won fewer than 30 games, the Pelicans did nothing to inspire confidence that the upcoming season will be different.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 14
Pelicans get Red Panda for schedule release hype video
The New Orleans Pelicans are looking to fly higher in the upcoming season. With a familiar core, a new coach, and a healthy roster, all signs point to an improved finish for the Pelicans.
Tyrese Haliburton News / Yardbarker / August 13
Tyrese Haliburton shocked to face Pelicans in long-awaited return
The Indiana Pacers have been without their superstar point guard Tyrese Haliburton since Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals when he suffered a torn Achilles.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 18
The NBA's 'put up or shut up' starting five
These five former All-Stars had better produce this season or face irrelevancy much sooner than expected.
Zion Williamson News / TWSN / August 13
Is It Too Late for Zion Williamson?
Recently, a video was posted of Zion Williamson putting in work at the gym once again. For what feels like the 200th season in a row. On one hand, he’s a Shaq-like player in a 6 foot 6 body.
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.
Joe Dumars News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 11
Pelicans’ Joe Dumars defends offseason failures with eye-opening trade revelations
Contrary to popular belief, New Orleans Pelicans executive vice president of basketball operations Joe Dumars has been busy this offseason. He just hasn’t heard a trade offer that has piqued his interest.
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.
Joe Dumars News / Hoops Wire / August 10
Pelicans’ Joe Dumars: No trade out there that I felt would make us better
The Pelicans haven’t done much this summer. Joe Dumars says that doesn’t mean they haven’t tried. New Orleans’ executive vice president of basketball operations told Rod Walker of NOLA.com that the Pelicans have held plenty of trade conversations this offseason.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 10
Scottie Pippen rips Pelicans’ Zion Williamson’s work ethic with diet concerns
Zion Williamson was drafted first overall in 2019 after a freshman season at Duke in which he was named the national college player of the year. The high-flying forward was one of the most highly touted prospects in recent memory and was supposed to turn the New Orleans Pelicans around.
Joe Dumars News / Hoops Rumors / August 10
Joe Dumars Explains Pelicans’ Quiet Offseason
The quietest NBA summer so far has belonged to the Pelicans, who desperately needed to make some noise after coming off a disappointing 26-win season. New Orleans hired Jamahl Mosley as its new head coach, but the team’s only personnel moves have been re-signing backup center DeAndre Jordan and giving second-round pick Jaron Pierre Jr.
Bill Simmons News / Hoops Wire / August 3
Bill Simmons: ‘I’m not sure’ New Orleans should have NBA team
Bill Simmons has been outspoken about keeping the Trail Blazers in Portland. He doesn’t feel quite the same way about the Pelicans remaining in New Orleans.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Stadium Rant / August 2
The Pelicans’ 2026 Offseason: Why It Makes No Sense
The New Orleans Pelicans’ 2026 offseason seems to be stuck in a loophole, and it’s entirely their own fault. They’ve been at the bottom of the Western Conference now for the past two seasons.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / July 28
Lakers have three final trade targets to help Luka Doncic
Team insider Dan Woike reports that they might not even be done adding big men to their frontcourt, as they're still keeping tabs on three young players.
Josh Oduro News / Hoops Rumors / July 27
Josh Oduro Signs With Melbourne United
Former Pelicans big man Josh Oduro is headed to Australia, having officially signed a one-year contract with Melbourne United, per a team press release (hat tip to Olgun Uluc of ESPN).
Jordan Hawkins News / Hoops Wire / July 23
Pelicans exploring Jordan Hawkins trades, Grizzlies among teams in talks
The Pelicans appear willing to move on from Jordan Hawkins. New Orleans has been discussing potential trades involving the 24-year-old swingman, with the Grizzlies among the teams involved in those conversations, according to Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line.
DeAndre Jordan News / Larry Brown Sports / July 14
Pelicans defend themselves over apparent DeAndre Jordan contract blunder
The New Orleans Pelicans appear to be in damage control mode right now. New Orleans felt like they had to outbid other teams in order to re-sign center DeAndre Jordan this offseason, veteran basketball writers Marc Stein and Jake Fischer reported to Substack on Tuesday.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Yardbarker / July 14
DeAndre Jordan deal is another mistake by Pelicans' Joe Dumars
It made sense for the New Orleans Pelicans to bring back 2026 Teammate of the Year DeAndre Jordan. But giving him a guaranteed two-year deal was another mistake from team president Joe Dumars.
Kevon Looney News / Yardbarker / July 2
Knicks may have found Mitchell Robinson's replacement
The New York Knicks lost one of the glue guys from their championship run. Have they identified a replacement?
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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