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Pelicans’ Rookies Star in Overtime Loss vs. Timberwolves

The Pelicans’ season is yet again off on the wrong foot. They stand at just 3-19 after offloading their unprotected 2026 pick, and Zion Williamson is set to miss even more time.

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'This Guy Loves the Game' – New Orleans Pelicans Coach Defends Zion Williamson From Backlash Amid New Injury

The New Orleans Pelicans suffered another injury blow, as Zion Williamson will miss at least the next three weeks due to a right hip adductor strain. The two-time NBA All-Star had already missed 11 games earlier this season due to a hamstring injury.

New Orleans Pelicans News / The Spun / December 2

NBA Team’s Arena Was Practically Empty During Home Game Tuesday

Although there are still several months left in the 2025-26 NBA season, there seems to be absolutely no hope left for the New Orleans Pelicans. The Pelicans made headlines a few weeks ago when they fired head coach Willie Green after a 2-10 start to the season.

Zion Williamson News / EssentiallySports / December 2

Pelicans HC Reveals Organization’s Decision Over Zion Williamson After Injury Announcement

Fans of the New Orleans Pelicans are no strangers to disappointment. This season, after trading their first-round pick to the Atlanta Hawks in the offseason, the team has begun its 2025-26 campaign with a disappointing start, boasting just three wins in 21 games.

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New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Wire / December 2

Pelicans’ Zion Williamson out yet again, this time with adductor injury

Pelicans star forward Zion Williamson has been diagnosed with a right adductor injury and will miss at least three weeks, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Yardbarker / December 2

Pelicans' superstar to be sidelined for extended period of time

Ten years from now, we will all look back at the career of Zion Williamson and wonder what could've been.

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New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / December 2

Will Jordan Poole, Zion Williamson, and Trey Murphy Play vs. Timberwolves on Tuesday?

The New Orleans Pelicans continue to deal with injuries to key starters. In addition to Dejounte Murray, who has been sidelined since the start of the season as he is recovering from his Achilles injury, Jordan Poole has been out for the past four weeks.

Zion Williamson News / Athlon Sports / December 2

Will Zion Williamson Ever Overcome Injuries to Reach Lofty Potential?

With a beaming smile on his face, Zion Williamson looked refreshed. The New Orleans Pelicans’ star then expressed optimism about overcoming the main hurdle that has stunted a likely accomplished NBA career.

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Saddiq Bey News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / December 1

Pelicans' Questionable Offseason Trade Looks Better After Saddiq Bey's Rise

There aren't too many positives to take away from the New Orleans Pelicans' disastrous 3-18 start to the season. Outside of their two standout rookies, silver linings have been few and far between.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 30

How Pelicans are pushing Jeremiah Fears using Tony Parker, LaMelo Ball as examples

The education of New Orleans Pelicans rookie Jeremiah Fears is being guided by a unique coaching perspective, one that sees flashes of two distinct, brilliant point guards from James Borrego’s past.

Kevon Looney News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 30

Pelicans’ Kevon Looney showered with love in first game back in Warriors arena

Kevon Looney earned significant love and appreciation from the Golden State community during his return game in the New Orleans Pelicans’ matchup against the Warriors on Saturday night.

Yves Missi News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 26

Pelicans’ Yves Missi flashes two-way brilliance after block-slam combo

The New Orleans Pelicans may be searching for answers in a difficult 2025-26 season. One bright spot, though, continues to shine: Yves Missi. The young big man delivered one of the most electric sequences of the Pelicans’ week.

NBA News / Yardbarker / November 25

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