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Two Head Coaching Candidates Emerge as Favorites in Pelicans Search
Who will be the next head coach of the franchise is the most important decision the New Orleans Pelicans will make this offseason. Since the end of the season, the Pelicans have been casting a wide net, evaluating and interviewing candidates, which include interim head coach James Borrego.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Wire / May 7
Pelicans impressed with coaching candidates Darvin Ham, Steve Hetzel
The Pelicans are starting to zero in, though nothing appears close. According to Jake Fischer of the Stein Line, New Orleans has come away impressed with both Nets assistant Steve Hetzel and Bucks assistant Darvin Ham during the early stages of its coaching search.
All You Need to Know About the Pelicans in the NBA Draft Lottery
The 2026 NBA Draft Lottery is right around the corner. Teams that missed the playoffs will be laser-focused on the ping pong balls that will have a big impact on their future as a franchise.
The 'Most 25-point NBA Playoff games' quiz
How many of the NBA franchise single-season leaders in 25-point playoff games can you name in five minutes?
Bryson Graham News / Hoops Rumors / May 6
Bryson Graham Introduction: Rebuild, Hiring Search, Draft, Luxury Tax
The Bulls know that they’ve let the city down in recent years. In Wednesday’s official introduction of the newly-hired head of basketball operations Bryson Graham, team CEO Michael Reinsdorf held himself to bame for the lack of success, writes Joe Cowley of the Chicago Sun-Times.
The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history
In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.
Gradey Dick News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / May 6
Reportedly Available Gradey Dick Would Be a Worthy Flier for Pelicans
The New Orleans Pelicans are not expected to make radical changes to the roster this offseason. Once they hire their next head coach, the Pelicans will mostly bring back the same core from last season, much to the frustration of their fans.
Pelicans Should Keep DeAndre Jordan in One Role or Another
Many would be hard-pressed to find any positives for the New Orleans Pelicans this past season, especially after missing the playoffs yet again and finishing with one of the league's worst records.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Wire / May 5
Pelicans narrowing coaching finalists as search enters next phase
The Pelicans are getting closer to a decision. We think. New Orleans has identified a group of finalists in its coaching search, including Darvin Ham, Steve Hetzel, Sean Sweeney and Rajon Rondo, according to Sam Amick of The Athletic.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Total Pro Sports / May 5
Pelicans Reportedly Down to Final Candidates for Head Coach Role
The New Orleans Pelicans are staring at a reset moment, and this hire is going to be a directional call. After back-to-back rough seasons, urgency has become real.
Rajon Rondo News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 5
Rajon Rondo among 4 finalists for Pelicans head coaching job, with 1 wild card still out there
The New Orleans Pelicans are closing in on their next head coach. After firing Willie Green and spending most of the season with James Borrego as interim head coach, the Pelicans have narrowed their coaching search down to four finalists, according to the Athletic’s Sam Amick.
Bryson Graham News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 5
The 16-year-old Pelicans keepsake Bryson Graham keeps on phone to remind him of wild NBA journey
A day after the Chicago Bulls hired Bryson Graham, the Executive VP of Basketball Operations, more is starting to be known about him. Sports columnist Rod Walker of The Times-Picayune in Louisiana shed light on Graham’s mindset.
The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career
LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.
Bryson Graham News / AirJordanChronicles / May 5
Michael Jordan’s Former Team Appoints Bryson Graham Following Search With Three Finalists
Michael Jordan’s former team, the Chicago Bulls, entered this offseason with the intention of a complete overhaul. They fired their front office with just one week remaining in the regular season.
Bryson Graham News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 4
Bulls rumors: New VP Bryson Graham may look to former Pelicans colleagues to fill front office
On Monday, the Chicago Bulls announced the hiring of Bryson Graham as the Executive VP of Basketball Operations. The first step in Chicago’s organizational overhaul following the firings of Arturas Karnisovas and Marc Eversley and the departure of head coach Billy Donovan.
NBA News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / May 4
Looming Free Agent Who Just Fell Out of Playoff Rotation Is Perfect Pelicans Target
An important offseason for the New Orleans Pelicans franchise has started, and the team must use it wisely to turn the organization around. Another season with fewer than 30 wins just ended, leaving frustrated fans to wonder when the team will ever seriously compete for a championship.
Bryson Graham News / Hoops Rumors / May 4
Bulls Hire Bryson Graham As Head Of Basketball Operations
The Bulls have officially hired Bryson Graham to lead their basketball operations department, per a team press release. Graham’s title will be executive vice president of basketball operations.
Bryson Graham News / Hoops Wire / May 4
Bulls hire Bryson Graham as EVP of Basketball Operations
The Bulls have their new top basketball executive. Chicago is hiring Hawks senior vice president Bryson Graham as Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania.
Latest Head Coach Firing Complicates Pelicans' Head Coaching Search
The New Orleans Pelicans are looking for their next head coach. Casting a wide net and interviewing candidates since the end of the regular season, the Pelicans hope to find their head coach of the future to lead the franchise back to relevance.
Jrue Holiday May Be on the Move Again: Should the Pelicans Pursue a Reunion?
Since leaving the New Orleans Pelicans in the 2020 offseason, Jrue Holiday has found a ton of success. He won two titles and earned All-Star and All-Defense honors.
NBA News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / May 3
Rockets' 1st Round Disappointment Could Make Perfect Pelicans Trade Target Available
The Houston Rockets had one of the most disappointing first-round exits of the playoffs, losing in six to the short-handed Lakers. This could augur significant moves in the offseason, whether it's on the coaching staff, front office, or with the personnel.
NBA News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / May 2
Nuggets Could Emerge As the Perfect Pelicans' Trade Partner After 1st Round Exit
The New Orleans Pelicans are entering a crucial offseason that will determine how competitive they will be not only next season but also for years to come.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Rumors / May 1
Rondo, Borrego Among Frontrunners For Pelicans’ Coaching Job
Rajon Rondo, James Borrego, Darvin Ham and Steve Hetzel have emerged as the four frontrunners for the Pelicans‘ head coaching job, sources close to the search tell Rod Walker of NOLA.com.
DeAndre Jordan News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 30
DeAndre Jordan shares eye-opening reaction to Twyman-Stokes award
The New Orleans Pelicans might not have made the playoffs this season, but as the NBA rolls out their postseason awards, they’re grateful to have veteran big man DeAndre Jordan on the team.
Rajon Rondo News / Yardbarker / April 30
Rajon Rondo reportedly interviews for NBA head-coaching job
Rondo may be one step closer to becoming a head coach in the NBA.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Field Level Media / April 29
Pelicans C DeAndre Jordan named NBA's Teammate of Year
New Orleans Pelicans center DeAndre Jordan was named this year's winner of the Twyman-Stokes Teammate of the Year award on Wednesday. Presented annually
New Orleans Pelicans News / Scoop B / April 27
The Blizzard in the Big Easy: How Pelicans Big Man Derik Queen Put the NBA in the Blender for Joe Dumars, Troy Weaver
The narrative surrounding the modern NBA center often oscillates between two extremes: the high-flying rim protector or the floor-spacing sniper. Yet, New Orleans Pelicans rookie Derik Queen is carving out a third path—one paved with elite footwork and a “point-center” vision that defies his age.
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