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Jordan Poole News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / October 21

Jordan Poole Predicted To Make Pelicans History This NBA Season

The New Orleans Pelicans are one of the newest NBA franchises, being added to the league as the New Orleans Hornets in the 2002-23 season. Even though the franchise has been around for just over two decades, a few future Hall of Famers started their careers in New Orleans.

Willie Green News / Hardwood Heroics / October 21

'There’s No Restriction on Him' – New Orleans Pelicans Star Gets Ultimate Green Light From Head Coach

New Orleans Pelicans head coach Willie Green plans to unleash Zion Williamson this season after the former Duke forward underwent a drastic body transformation this summer.

Zion Williamson News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / October 20

Zion Williamson Poised to Have Big Opening Night for Pelicans

With the NBA season starting Tuesday, the New Orleans Pelicans will have their opening tip-off against the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday, October 22. During the offseason, the Pelicans acquired veterans like Jordan Poole, Kevon Looney, and Saddiq Bey, and drafted Jeremiah Fears with the seventh overall pick in this year's draft.

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Jaden Springer News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / October 20

NBA Champion Guard Earns Roster Spot With New Orleans Pelicans

The New Orleans Pelicans are set to open their 2025-26 regular season against the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday night, but first, they have to get a better idea of their opening night roster.

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The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history

Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Yardbarker / October 20

NBA legend not sold on Zion Williamson's physical transformation

Nearly every offseason, photos of a leaner Zion Williamson surface, sparking excitement among New Orleans Pelicans fans. That trend has persisted this season, but not everyone is buying the hype.

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New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / October 19

NBA Legend Steve Nash Says Quiet Part Out Loud About Zion Williamson

The New Orleans Pelicans' playoff and championship aspirations may rest entirely on the shoulders of one player. Last season was frustrating for Zion Williamson, who appeared in only 30 games before injuries derailed his campaign once again.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / October 18

Pelicans Make Contract Decisions For Jordan Hawkins, Yves Missi

As the 2025-26 NBA season comes closer and closer, teams are finalizing rosters. The New Orleans Pelicans have retooled their roster quite a lot since the end of the 2024-25 season.

Derik Queen News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / October 18

Pelicans Announce Promising Injury Update for Rookie Derik Queen

The New Orleans Pelicans have an interesting team this upcoming season. After adding new players like Jordan Poole and Kevon Looney, and star forward Zion Williamson coming back looking healthier, the Pelicans could be a sleeper pick in the Western Conference.

Jordan Hawkins News / Hoops Wire / October 18

NBA Moves: Pelicans, Jordan Hawkins, Raptors, Mavs, Zhaire Smith

The Pelicans have exercised their fourth-year option on Jordan Hawkins and their third-year option on Yves Missi, according to Keith Smith of Spotrac. Both players now have their rookie-scale contracts guaranteed through the 2026-27 season.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Rumors / October 18

Pelicans pick up 2026-27 options on pair of former first-rounders

The New Orleans Pelicans have picked up their fourth-year option on Jordan Hawkins and their third-year option on Yves Missi, Spotrac contributor Keith Smith reports.

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New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / October 17

Jordan Poole Issues Warning To NBA Opponents About Zion Williamson

When the New Orleans Pelicans acquired Jordan Poole during the offseason, the pairing withZion Williamson immediately sparked both excitement and skepticism.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA Analysis Network / October 17

Steve Nash and Zach Lowe hint at new role Zion Williamson could play for Pelicans

Even before the start of the 2025-26 season, the New Orleans Pelicans have been delivered major blows. First, rookie Derik Queen went down with an injury.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA Draft on SI / October 17

Pelicans’ Rookie Caps Preseason on Hot Streak

The Pelicans offseason was largely overshadowed by the team offloading what could be a crucial 2026 NBA Draft pick. But that hasn’t stopped the team’s newest top pick from shining through the preseason slate.

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Zion Williamson News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / October 16

Zion Williamson Remains Impressive After Major Weight Loss in Final Preseason Game

As the NBA preseason draws closer to an end and the regular season begins, the retooled New Orleans Pelicans have been building chemistry with their new roster and their healthy superstar.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Last Word On Sports / October 16

Pelicans Should Start Fearless Rookie In Season Opener

New Orleans Pelicans guard Jeremiah Fears has had an up-and-down preseason. Like many roller coaster rides, the highs have been exhilarating almost to the point of fear.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / October 16

Zion Williamson Shows Leadership in Advice to Rookie Derik Queen

When Derik Queen suffered a torn scapholunate ligament in his left wrist during Summer League in July, the New Orleans Pelicans' 13th overall pick faced a murky start to his NBA career.

NBA News / Yardbarker / October 15

Kings give Keegan Murray the Trey Murphy special

When the Sacramento Kings were negotiating Keegan Murray's rookie extension, they may have simply looked at the most similar rookie from last year and matched that deal.

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Kevon Looney News / Hoops Rumors / October 15

Pelicans center out at least two weeks

Presumed Pelicans starting center Kevon Looney will be out for at least two to three weeks, the team announced.

Jeremiah Fears News / NBA Draft on SI / October 15

Pelicans' Jeremiah Fears Continues Improved Play in Third Preseason Game

New Orleans Pelicans rookie Jeremiah Fears had an up-and-down start to his career. In his first preseason game against Melbourne United, the guard shot

NBA News / NBA Draft on SI / October 15

Pelicans’ Rookie Ignites in Close Loss to Rockets

The New Orleans Pelicans 2025 draft night was largely overshadowed by its trading up near the end of the lottery. And potentially rightfully so due to the team giving up an immensely valuable 2026 asset.

NBA News / Yardbarker / October 15

Five NBA players who could make the leap to All-Star level in 2025-26

Last season's NBA All-Star Game was won by a veteran-heavy team featuring Steph Curry, Kevin Durant and other long-time veterans, but there's a passel of promising young players — and a few less-young players — ready to join them.

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Kawhi Leonard's health could impact NBA landscape

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New Orleans Pelicans News / Last Word On Sports / October 6

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