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James Borrego Takes a Clear Jab at Derik Queen & Zion Williamson After Rockets Loss

After briefly looking like a competitive team bringing a fight against good teams, the New Orleans Pelicans came back down to earth over the last week.

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Pelicans’ G League Affiliate To Become Laketown Squadron

The Pelicans announced Monday in a press release that their G League affiliate will move from Birmingham, Alabama, to Kenner, Louisiana, and be renamed the Laketown Squadron.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Athlon Sports / March 29

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

The New Orleans Pelicans are at home on Sunday night as they host the Houston Rockets in a Western Conference matchup. New Orleans enters Sunday’s game with a 25-50 record after losing on the road to the Toronto Raptors on Friday night.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 28

Pelicans turning to Zion to end 4-game skid vs. Rockets

Interim New Orleans coach James Borrego wants to see an aggressive, attack-minded Zion Williamson from the opening tip, when the Pelicans seek to end a four-game skid with a victory against the visiting Houston Rockets on Sunday.

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The 'Nine three-pointer NBA games' quiz

How many of the NBA players to make at least nine three-pointers in a game more than once in their career can you name in five minutes?

Trey Murphy News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / March 28

Trey Murphy's Value for Pelicans Made Obvious in His Absence

The New Orleans Pelicans are in the midst of another extended losing streak. Just when it seemed like the Pels had turned a corner and things were looking up ahead of the final stretch of the season, they lost four games in a row.

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

Karlo Matkovic News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / March 27

Karlo Matkovic's Emergence Gives the Pelicans a Fascinating Offseason Decision

The New Orleans Pelicans have only a few weeks left in their regular season before a long summer of changes. New Orleans will need to solidify their head coaching position and make some important decisions on roster construction.

Jordan Poole News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / March 27

Jordan Poole Is Completely Out of Pelicans' Plans After Another DNP

The New Orleans Pelicans suffered their third loss on Thursday night against the Detroit Pistons, falling to 25-49 for the season. At this point, Pelicans fans are less worried about the team's record and more about what the team can take with them to next season.

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 26

Jalen Duren makes Pistons history with nearly perfect game

Jalen Duren makes Pistons history with nearly perfect performance

With Cade Cunningham out, Jalen Duren answered the call and stepped up in leading the Detroit Pistons to a win on Thursday night.

Knicks' Josh Hart tells Stephen A. Smith to 'shut the hell up'

Bucks' Doc Rivers shuts down NBPA claim about Giannis Antetokounmpo

Joel Embiid provides shockingly optimistic health update

Cooper Flagg reacts to what Nikola Jokic did against the Mavericks

Teammate reveals Ja Morant's advice on how to posterize Victor Wembanyama

Adam Silver addresses complaints about the NBA's 65-game rule

Dejounte Murray News / Athlon Sports / March 26

Pelicans Announce Dejounte Murray Injury Update Before Pistons Game

As the New Orleans Pelicans prepare for their matchup against the Detroit Pistons, there is a notable injury update for the team. Amid another disappointing season that will see them miss the playoffs, the Pelicans have struggled to find consistency despite several roster moves.

Derik Queen News / Athlon Sports / March 26

Derik Queen Q&A: Pelicans Rookie Reveals Keys to Impressive Season

In an NBA season stacked with excellent rookie play in the NBA, New Orleans Pelicans center Derik Queen has emerged as one of the top first-year players.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / March 26

Pelicans Flash a Ton of Potential Despite Back-to-Back Losses

A 25-48 record for the New Orleans Pelicans surely isn’t anything to be celebrated this season. New Orleans was officially eliminated from the Play-In Tournament with their recent loss on Tuesday night, even though it’s long been out of contention for any postseason aspirations.

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20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

Jeremiah Fears News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / March 26

Jeremiah Fears' Shooting Improvement Is an Excellent Sign for Pelicans

The New Orleans Pelicans' season is winding down with nine games remaining until the offseason. New Orleans will miss the playoffs for a second straight year, and is in danger of back-to-back less than 30-win seasons for the first time since the 2012-2013 years.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Rumors / March 25

Grizzlies, Pelicans Eliminated From Playoffs, Warriors Locked Into Top-10 Seed

With the Grizzlies‘ 123-98 loss to the Spurs tonight, Memphis has officially been eliminated from playoff contention, and the Warriors have been locked into a top-10 seed, confirming their position in the play-in tournament.

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New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / March 25

Pelicans May Be One Piece Away From Being a Playoff Team

On paper, there is not much to be hopeful about the New Orleans Pelicans. They are 25-48 and don't have a first-round pick in the upcoming 2026 NBA Draft.

Zion Williamson News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / March 25

Zion Williamson Continues to Deserve Praise Even When Pelicans Lose

Despite back-to-back losses against solid playoff teams, the New Orleans Pelicans continue to show intriguing flashes down the stretch of the season. Yes, the 2025-26 season has largely been a disappointment for the Pelicans, but there are plenty of positive takeaways for next season and beyond.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 25

Why Pelicans must consider $100 million offer to former All-Star this summer

The New Orleans Pelicans are running out of ways to downplay Dejounte Murray’s impact. Since returning from injury, the former All-Star has not only stabilized the backcourt but reshaped the team’s defensive identity.

NBA News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / March 24

New Orleans Pelicans at New York Knicks Preview, Prediction & Odds | March 24

The season has been heating up, and bettors could get an easy win with the New Orleans Pelicans taking on the New York Knicks. New Orleans has been having a nightmare season, with losses and overall struggles.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 23

Pelicans’ Zion Williamson gives one-word explanation on why Dejounte Murray ‘has done numbers’

As the New Orleans Pelicans navigate a critical stretch of the season, a rejuvenated Zion Williamson didn’t need a lengthy scouting report to explain the impact of Dejounte Murray’s return to the lineup.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 23

Why Pelicans are not shorting former first-round pick’s phenomenal’ stock

Development curves for young NBA centers often require equal parts patience and projection. Fortunately for James Borrego, Yves Missi has quietly emerged as one of the few bright spots for the New Orleans Pelicans despite operating in a crowded frontcourt.