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On YouTubeDerik Queen News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / 11 hours ago
Pelicans Executive Provides Injury Update On Derik Queen
New Orleans Pelicans rookie Derik Queen went down in the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas with a hand injury. He'd soon be diagnosed with a torn scapholunate ligament in his left wrist, knocking him out for the next few months after surgery in July.
Jordan Poole News / Hardwood Heroics / 15 hours ago
'He’s Ready to Take Another Step Forward' – New Orleans Pelicans Coach Opens Up on Acquiring Jordan Poole This Offseason
One of the biggest moves the New Orleans Pelicans made this summer was acquiring Jordan Poole from the Washington Wizards. In the three-team deal, they also received Saddiq Bey and the 40th overall pick of this year’s draft.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / 21 hours ago
Pelicans Could Make a Costly Mistake Amid Warriors, Spurs Trade Reports
The New Orleans Pelicans have had a surprisingly busy 2025 NBA offseason, as the franchise continues an attempt to build around two-time All-Star forward Zion Williamson.
The 'NBA franchise assist leaders' quiz
How many of the career leaders in assists for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
Adam Silver News / Yardbarker / August 22
Is NBA dragging its feet on expansion to spur arena deals?
NBA commissioner Adam Silver has voiced many reasons to delay expansion for the past few years.
NBA News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / August 21
Pelicans Turned Down $107 Million Raptors Star in Trade Talks
The New Orleans Pelicans, for the past six seasons, were trying to build something special around a star duo of Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram, but they ultimately gave it up.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / August 21
Ex-Warriors Champion Named Worst Free Agency Move
The New Orleans Pelicans are a team in a very interesting position. Last season, it looked like the team was poised to make some noise in the playoffs after adding Dejounte Murray to a team that was potentially loaded on paper.
Dejounte Murray News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 20
Dejounte Murray already dunking 6 months after surgery
The 2024-25 season was mired by injuries for the New Orleans Pelicans. Several key players missed time due to injuries, and the team opted to move in a different direction following the in-season trade of Brandon Ingram, and offseason trade of CJ McCollum, two of the longest tenured players on the roster.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Wire / August 20
Pelicans promoting Joe Barrer to coach of G League affiliate
The New Orleans Pelicans are promoting Joe Barrer to head coach of their G League affiliate, the Birmingham Squadron, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Rumors / August 20
Joe Barrer to coach Pelicans' G League team
The Pelicans are naming Joe Barrer the head coach of their G League affiliate, the Birmingham Squadron, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link).
New Orleans Pelicans News / The Lead / August 21
These Underrated Pelicans of the 2010s Deserve Their Flowers
When you think of notable players who played for the Pelicans, you naturally gravitate toward the bigger names such as Chris Paul, Anthony Davis, and Zion Williamson.
Yves Missi News / NBA Analysis Network / August 20
Yves Missi drops impressive performance for Cameroon that will excite New Orleans Pelicans fans
Yves Missi just put on an incredible performance with the Cameroonian national team, which could be a sign for his next season with the New Orleans Pelicans.
The 25 greatest teammates of LeBron's NBA career
LeBron James' NBA career has stretched over more than two decades. That's an uncommon level of longevity, obviously, which means that over the years, LeBron has had a bunch of different teammates.
NBA News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / August 18
Ex-Warriors, Pelicans Guard Agrees To Deal With Orlando Magic
The New Orleans Pelicans were gifted a generational talent in the 2012 NBA Draft, when they jumped up to the first overall pick with 13.7% odds to select Anthony Davis from Kentucky.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Total Apex Sports / August 18
New Orleans Pelicans Sign Veteran Role Player
The New Orleans Pelicans have made another move this offseason. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, the team has signed 6-foot-9 Forward Jalen McDaniels to a contract.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Last Word On Sports / August 18
New Orleans Pelicans Add Depth With a G-League Standout
The New Orleans Pelicans have had a busy offseason. They traded for Jordan Poole and Saddiq Bey, signed Kevon Looney as a free agent, and traded to get Derik Queen in the draft.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / August 18
NBA Team Makes New Signing One Month Before Training Camp
The 2025-26 NBA season is fast-approaching as teams finalize their rosters ahead of training camp. With camp expected to start in late September, teams have about a month to finalize the squads they'll build out for preseason before finalizing their 15-man group for the season.
Jeremiah Fears News / The SportsRush / August 13
Pelicans’ Jeremiah Fears Reveals Where He Spent the First of His $7.5M Rookie Paycheck
The most important moment for aspiring NBA players is hearing their name called on draft night. When that happens, it may still take some time for it to sink in that they are actually in the NBA, but reality quickly hits when that first paycheck hits the bank account.
New Orleans Pelicans News / The SportsRush / August 13
Pelicans Rookie’s Mom 'Threw a Fit' After Finding Out Son Was Bypassing Senior Year of High School
Senior year of high school is a landmark time in a young man’s life. Prom and graduation are just two of the core memories that most seniors get to experience, but for high-level athletes, senior year is becoming more of an optional thing.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 8
3 way-too-early New Orleans Pelicans trade candidates in 2025-26 season
After years of injury setbacks, questionable roster building, and a turbulent front-office overhaul, the New Orleans Pelicans have entered the 2025–26 season with both urgency and uncertainty.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 7
Five NBA coaches starting 2025-26 season on hot seat
Here are five NBA coaches who will start the season on the hot seat.
Washington Huskies News / Hoops Rumors / August 5
Longtime former college basketball head coach joins Pelicans staff
He was the head coach at the University of Washington from 2017-24.
New Orleans Pelicans News / The Lead / August 3
Who Should the Pelicans Sign With Their Last Roster Spot?
With training camp right around the corner, the New Orleans Pelicans roster currently stands at 14 players, leaving one spot available. There are many directions they can go with this open roster spot, but one of two options will be the most likely outcome.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Wire / August 1
Joe Dumars ‘Really Impressed’ With Zion Williamson as Pelicans Keep Options Open
New Orleans Pelicans new lead executive Joe Dumars is said to be high on Zion Williamson. But that doesn’t necessarily mean the former NBA All-Star is safe.
New 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.
Zion Williamson News / Yardbarker / July 24
Pelicans exec makes team's stance on Zion Williamson crystal clear
It’s wild how quickly the NBA narrative can flip.
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