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NBA News / Yardbarker / August 26
Pelicans finally land longtime target Bennedict Mathurin
The New Orleans Pelicans have finally landed a player they’ve been pursuing for more than a year.
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?
Bennedict Mathurin News / Fadeaway World / August 26
Pelicans Aggressively Pursuing Bennedict Mathurin In Sign-And-Trade Talks
The restricted free-agent market is still very much unresolved as multiple players wait for their next contract. With the Jalen Duren saga taking center stage this summer, Clippers guard Bennedict Mathurin also remains without a deal as August turns to September.
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 / Hoops Habit / August 25
The Pelicans need to make this obvious decision to save their team
When the New Orleans Pelicans drafted Zion Williamson in 2019, there was a ray of hope for the franchise after they traded away Anthony Davis. Williamson was dubbed as a generational talent that could lead the Pelicans to the promised land.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / August 25
One Pelicans Lineup to Look Forward to Next Season
Now that the New Orleans Pelicans have filled their 15-man roster and no more moves seem imminent, attention turns to the best way new head coach Jamahl Mosley can maximize the current personnel.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / August 25
Pelicans Will Eventually Look Smart For Not Making This Offseason Move
This summer, the New Orleans Pelicans faced significant pressure to make wholesale changes after winning just 26 games last season. They brought in a new coaching staff, led by former Orlando Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley, and many anticipated major roster turnover.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / August 24
Pelicans' Biggest Offseason Mistake Will Be Obvious When the Season Starts
When the New Orleans Pelicans tip off the NBA season in about two months, some lingering issues from last year remain unaddressed. The team didn’t address these problems this offseason, instead electing to remain largely intact from last year.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / August 23
NBA Notes: Pelicans, Dejounte Murray, Thunder, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Pacers
Dejounte Murray could have taken the safer route last season. Instead, the Pelicans guard wanted back on the floor. Murray returned from a torn Achilles in February, more than a year after suffering the injury, and appeared in 14 games despite New Orleans sitting near the bottom of the Western Conference.
Dejounte Murray News / Hoops Rumors / August 22
Dejounte Murray Explains Why He Returned For 14 Games Last Season
It would have been easy for Dejounte Murray to sit out all of last season while recovering from a torn Achilles tendon, but the Pelicans guard explains in an interview with Cyro Asseo of HoopsHype why it was important for him to return to action.
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.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / August 19
Most Important Reserve on the Pelicans Next Season
The New Orleans Pelicans' recent acquisition of Trendon Watford fills their 15th and final roster spot heading into the NBA season. If this is the lineup that tips off opening night against the Indiana Pacers, then there are plenty of holes in the roster that will need patching.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 18
Pelicans sign SEC star in latest roster move
For quite some time during the early days of the offseason, New Orleans Pelicans were the only team that had not made any new roster moves. They re-signed veteran DeAndre Jordan to a contract and re-signed second-year big man Hunter Dickinson to another two-way contract, but were pretty much quiet otherwise.
Hunter Dickinson News / Hoops Rumors / August 18
Pelicans Waive Hunter Dickinson
The Pelicans have waived Hunter Dickinson, Michael Scotto reports for HoopsHype (via Twitter). Dickinson re-signed on a two-way contract with New Orleans in July after playing on a two-way contract for them last season.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Rumors / August 18
Malik Dia Signs Two-Way Contract With Pelicans
Undrafted free agent forward Malik Dia has signed a two-way contract with the Pelicans, per NBA.com’s transaction log. Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link) broke word of the agreement.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 18
5 Pelicans blockbuster trade ideas to shake off late offseason doldrums
The NBA season is creeping up on the calendar, and while most fans cannot wait for the action to start, others are wondering when their front office will get with the times.
Zion Williamson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 18
How Pelicans, Zion Williamson can find common ground in contract talks after endless trade speculation
Contract negotiations in the modern NBA have evolved into a high-stakes balancing act between talent evaluation and cap risk, especially in small markets needing to sell tickets.
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.
NBA 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.
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.
NBA 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.
New Orleans Pelicans 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.
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.
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.
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