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On YouTubeNew Orleans Pelicans News / Last Word On Sports / August 1
Former NBA Champion To Join New Orleans Pelicans
The New Orleans Pelicans offseason hasn’t been looked upon fondly by most NBA fans, writers, prognosticators, etc. Kevin Pelton of ESPN gave them an F in his offseason grades, the only team that received that failing grade.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / August 1
Pelicans sign former first-round pick
The Pelicans have signed free agent guard Jaden Springer, the team announced in a press release. The No. 28 pick in the 2021 draft, Springer played a limited role in Philadelphia across two-and-a-half seasons before being sent to Boston at the 2024 trade deadline.
New Orleans Pelicans News / The SportsRush / August 1
Zion Williamson’s Agent Reassures Kendrick Perkins Jordan Athlete Is On The Right Path With His Health
As the 2025-2026 NBA season approaches, so do conversations around Zion Williamson. Zanos has been one of the most dominant players on the court when he suits up.
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Jaden Springer News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / July 31
Pelicans Make Announcement On Former Celtics, 76ers Guard
The New Orleans Pelicans added further depth on Tuesday, signing guard pick Jaden Springer to an NBA contract. Springer, a former first-round draft pick out of Tennessee, was waived by the Utah Jazz after Summer League despite making 17 appearances for the team last season.
New Orleans Pelicans News / The SportsRush / July 31
Iman Shumpert Unconvinced Zion Williamson Can Stay Healthy, Shows Concern for Pelicans Rookie
As the anticipation for the new NBA season rises, so do the hopes of Zion Williamson and his fanbase. The 25-year-old star has looked like one of the most dominating players in the league when he’s healthy.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 31
Pelicans sign former NBA champion to contract
The New Orleans Pelicans are under new management this upcoming season following the firing of David Griffin and hiring of Joe Dumars. After trading Brandon Ingram at last season’s trade deadline, the team continued to reshape their roster by trading CJ McCollum to the Washington Wizards for Jordan Poole.
Trey Murphy News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / July 31
NBA Star Trey Murphy Gives Interesting Take on Summer League
The NBA Summer League is over, and the offseason is officially in full swing for everyone. It'll be a few months before teams are getting into training camp and gearing up for the preseason.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 31
What Joe Dumars thinks about Zion Williamson after trade speculation
There is plenty of uncertainty surrounding the New Orleans Pelicans. One is the possibility of the Pelicans relocating due to a lack of productivity in the Big Easy.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / July 31
Six-Year NBA Veteran, Ex-Pelican Shockingly Signs With International Team
The international basketball world has been growing tremendously over the years, especially as NBA talent continues to wash into European, Australian, and Asian professional basketball leagues.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Last Word On Sports / July 30
3 Burning Questions For Pelicans Heading Into 2025-26 Season
There are only 10 teams that never won an NBA championship. The New Orleans Pelicans, who were retroactively rebranded as a new franchise after the Charlotte Hornets relocated to Louisiana in 2002, find themselves among that unlucky number.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 30
Kendrick Perkins delivers Derik Queen hype to clap back at Pelicans doubters
Kendrick Perkins pushed back against skepticism surrounding the New Orleans Pelicans’ draft-night trade for Derik Queen, offering strong praise for the rookie center during a recent appearance on the Road Trippin podcast.
Kendrick Perkins News / Hardwood Heroics / July 30
'It Was a Mistake on My Part' – Kendrick Perkins Backpedals on Statement About Pelicans
Since stepping away from the NBA, Kendrick Perkins has built a career as one of the most controversial sports analysts. Perkins has vocalized questionable takes early in his career in media, often receiving backlash from fans.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA Analysis Network / July 29
Kendrick Perkins calls out people who criticized New Orleans Pelicans’ lottery pick, ‘I’m telling you right now…’
One of the New Orleans Pelicans’ lottery picks has been under a lot of heat, but former NBA player Kendrick Perkins has spoken out for him. It was an offseason of massive changes for the New Orleans Pelicans, especially in their front office as former NBA Vice President Joe Dumars moved to the franchise as their President of Basketball Operations.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Wire / July 29
NBA Expansion Talk Cools As Relocation Speculation Surrounds Pelicans
NBA commissioner Adam Silver pumped the brakes on expansion speculation last week, signaling that the league is not ready to add new franchises until its regional broadcasting future is resolved.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Hardwood Heroics / July 29
'They Had Seemingly the Most Lopsided Transaction of the Summer' – New Orleans Pelicans Receive the Lowest Offseason Grade From Insider
The New Orleans Pelicans have been fairly busy this offseason with the additions of Kevon Looney, Jordan Poole, and Saddiq Bey while re-signing Herb Jones to a three-year extension.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 28
Why Pelicans got ESPN’s only ‘F’ grade for 2025 offseason
It’s been a perplexing offseason for the New Orleans Pelicans, who used their first round pick to draft Jeremiah Fears and then traded back into the first round to select Derik Queen.
Derik Queen News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 28
New Orleans Pelicans’ biggest Derik Queen concern after 2025 NBA Summer League injury
When the New Orleans Pelicans traded back into the lottery to select Derik Queen with the No. 13 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, they made one of the boldest moves of draft night.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Athlon Sports / July 27
Latest on Pelicans GM Joe Dumars' Plans for Zion Williamson
The New Orleans Pelicans' latest team president, former Hall of Fame Detroit Pistons shooting guard Joe Dumars, wasted little time in reshaping his roster over the summer.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA Draft on SI / July 26
Injury Could be Early Setback for Pelicans’ Rookie
At the 2025 NBA Draft, the New Orleans Pelicans made the unpopular decision to trade back up into the lottery and nab Maryland standout Derik Queen at No.
Lester Quinones News / Hoops Wire / July 24
Pelicans Waive Lester Quinones, Opening Two-Way Slot
The New Orleans Pelicans have waived guard Lester Quinones, according to the official NBA transactions log. Quinones had been on a two-way contract with New Orleans, which now has one two-way slot open.
Bill Simmons News / NBA Analysis Network / July 24
Bill Simmons shares brutal New Orleans Pelicans assessment that will really concern fans, ‘I don’t want to panic’
The New Orleans Pelicans have been stuck in mediocrity for years and there seems to be no way out. Over the years, the NBA has grown in popularity, which has, of course, led to conversations about a potential league expansion.
Jeremiah Fears News / Hardwood Heroics / July 22
'By Game 40 or 50, He’s Going to be a Totally Different Player' – New Orleans Pelicans Coach Drops Bold Outlook for Jeremiah Fears
The New Orleans Pelicans finished their Summer League campaign with a 0-5 record, but they got a glimpse of what they can expect from their rookie guard Jeremiah Fears.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Last Word On Sports / July 19
With 4 Players Recovering From Major Surgeries, Pelicans Projected To Begin Season Shorthanded
2025 No. 13 overall pick Derik Queen will likely miss the beginning of the 2025-26 season after undergoing surgery to address a torn scapholunate ligament in his left wrist, the New Orleans Pelicans announced earlier today.
Derik Queen News / Yardbarker / July 18
Pelicans' injury woes continue with unfortunate Derik Queen update
The New Orleans Pelicans received some troubling injury news on Friday.
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