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5 Things We Learned from the Pelicans' Loss vs. Nuggets

For the first time in five games, the New Orleans Pelicans avoided a double-digit loss. They needed a little help to do it. Jordan Poole was fouled on a three-point attempt with 8.7 seconds remaining and made all three free throws to cut Denver's final margin to eight points in a 116-108 Nuggets victory Saturday night.

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Four hypothetical Dejounte Murray trade destinations for Pelicans to consider

Dejounte Murray wants a trade, and the Pelicans have agreed to evaluate their options. Finding the right combination of players, contracts and interest could take some work.

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

Pelicans Starting to Find Some Lineup Clarity, But More Questions Remain

Jamahl Mosley is trying to level a table that keeps wobbling. Shore up one corner of the Pelicans' rotation, and another starts to tilt. Herb Jones can help stabilize the defense, but his struggling shot makes life harder for the offense.

Charles Barkley News / Larry Brown Sports / November 14

Charles Barkley names the NBA team he would move to Seattle

Charles Barkley thinks one NBA team needs to leave its current market and become the newest iteration of the Seattle SuperSonics. Barkley said on “Inside the NBA” Friday that the New Orleans Pelicans should depart their current home and rebrand as the Sonics in Seattle.

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NBA News / Athlon Sports / November 14

Final Injury Report for Nuggets-Pelicans: Will Trey Murphy III, Dejounte Murray Play?

The New Orleans Pelicans are at home Saturday night as they host the Denver Nuggets in a Western Conference matchup. New Orleans enters Saturday’s game with a 4-9 record after losing at home to the Memphis Grizzlies Friday night.

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15 NBA non-lottery picks who outperformed everyone drafted ahead of them

The draft lottery is where you usually find the NBA's biggest stars. That's not always the case, though, as some later picks have proven to be some of the greatest players ever.

Yves Missi News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 14

Is Yves Missi playing tonight? Pelicans vs. Nuggets injury report

The New Orleans Pelicans (4-9) could receive a much-needed boost to their frontcourt as they look to snap their five-game losing streak against the Denver Nuggets (6-4) on Saturday night at 7 p.m.

Dejounte Murray News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / November 14

4 Obstacles Pelicans Will Face in Trying to Trade Dejounte Murray

The Pelicans invested heavily in Dejounte Murray to stabilize their backcourt. Trading him now could require another costly concession. ESPN's Shams Charania reported Friday that Murray has requested a trade, with agent Rich Paul and New Orleans officials working toward a resolution.

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Dejounte Murray trying to will Pelicans-Suns trade for Jalen Green into existence

Whenever a player deletes a tweet, it is not a good sign. It appears that is the case for Dejounte Murray, who is seeking a trade from the New Orleans Pelicans.

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‘Is This What Happens During The Games?’ – Angel Reese Was Shaken by Fan Behavior During Pelicans Game

The atmosphere inside NBA arenas can be extremely cutthroat. Fans are often quick to voice their opinions, passionately backing their teams and criticizing opposing players from the opening minutes of a regular-season game.

NBA News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / November 14

3 Big and 2 Small Takeaways from Pelicans' Loss vs. Grizzlies

Dejounte Murray's trade request forced the New Orleans Pelicans to confront another failed partnership on Friday. Hours later, a 142-111 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies showed how far their problems extend beyond him.

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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.

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Buyer beware: Dejounte Murray on trade market again

Dejounte Murray wants a trade from the New Orleans Pelicans. Interested teams should be wary.

Jerami Grant, Grizzlies send Pelicans to fifth straight loss

Pelicans’ Dejounte Murray fires back in deleted post: ‘The sabotage is real’

Report: Pelicans working on G Dejounte Murray's trade request

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Dejounte Murray News / Hoops Wire / November 13

NBA exec on Dejounte Murray, Pelicans: ‘They’re going to be stuck with each other for a while’

Dejounte Murray wants a trade. The Pelicans say they’ll explore their options. Finding a deal anytime soon could be another matter. That’s the assessment of one rival NBA executive, who told Hoops Wire that Murray and the Pelicans may have to wait this out.

Dejounte Murray News / Hoops Wire / November 13

Pelicans confirm Dejounte Murray trade request, will explore options

The Pelicans have officially acknowledged Dejounte Murray’s trade request. Their next step is finding a deal that works for them. “Today, Dejounte Murray’s representatives informed us of his request to be traded.

Dejounte Murray News / Hoops Rumors / November 13

Pelicans To Begin Dejounte Murray Trade Search

The Pelicans will honor the trade request recently demanded by point guard Dejounte Murray, the team said in an official statement. “Today, Dejounte Murray’s representatives informed us of his request to be traded.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 13

Bill Simmons already has the perfect Pelicans’ Dejounte Murray trade ready to go

The New Orleans Pelicans have been on a rough stretch this week, and it ended with Dejounte Murray requesting a trade from the team. Throughout the week, Murray has posted now-deleted tweets regarding the team, while mentioning some sort of “sabotage” going on within the organization.

Dejounte Murray News / Hoops Wire / November 13

Pelicans’ Dejounte Murray reposts his own trade request report

Dejounte Murray seems comfortable letting everyone know he wants out of New Orleans. He even helped distribute the report. Murray reposted ESPN insider Shams Charania’s report that he wants a trade from the Pelicans, according to a screenshot shared by Shamit Dua on X.

Dejounte Murray News / Field Level Media / November 13

Report: Pelicans working on G Dejounte Murray's trade request

Following Dejounte Murray's trade request, New Orleans Pelicans officials and the guard's agent, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul, are working to fulfill his wishes, ESPN reported Friday.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / November 13

Final Injury Report for Grizzlies-Pelicans: Will Trey Murphy III, Zach Edey Play?

The New Orleans Pelicans are at home Friday night as they host the Memphis Grizzlies in a Western Conference matchup as part of NBA Cup group play. New Orleans enters Friday’s game with a 4-8 record after losing at home to the Brooklyn Nets Wednesday night.

New Orleans Pelicans News / The Lead / November 13

Pelicans Skid Exposes Defensive Issues and Lack of Buy-In

The New Orleans Pelicans’ past three games have been among the worst stretches in franchise history. Ahead of Friday night’s NBA Cup game against the Memphis Grizzlies, the Pelicans have lost four straight games, with the last three coming by double-digit margins.

NBA News / The Lead / November 13

The Pelicans’ Disarray Has Reached a Breaking Point

When Jordan Poole fielded questions from reporters after the Pelicans’ 51-point loss to the Warriors, his frustration was palpable. Player injuries and seemingly lackluster chemistry have marred the Pelicans’ start to the season, and this game rubbed salt in an open wound.

Jordan Poole News / Larry Brown Sports / November 10

Jordan Poole has surprising take on a potential reunion with Warriors

Jordan Poole sounded like a man longing for the good old days on Monday in his return to the Bay Area. The New Orleans Pelicans guard played the most minutes of any player in his team’s 138-87 blowout loss to the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center in San Francisco, Calif.