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On YouTubeSaddiq Bey News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 27
Why Pelicans, Saddiq Bey must explore $80 million contract extension this summer
Zion Williamson and James Borrego’s fate are not the only two big decisions facing the New Orleans Pelicans this offseason. Saddiq Bey will be extension-eligible in July, but the rules limit the starting salary of a veteran extension to roughly 140% of the Estimated Average Player Salary, projected to be about $21 million annually.
Derik Queen News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / February 27
Derik Queen Facing Biggest Challenge of Rookie Season After Benching
The New Orleans Pelicans' remaining 22 games of the season seem more important than they should be for a team with an 18-42 record. However, a recent move by interim head coach James Borrego has sparked controversy surrounding rookie center Derik Queen.
The 'Most multi-three NBA games' quiz
How many of the players in NBA history to make multiple three-pointers in at least 400 games can you name in eight minutes?
Saddiq Bey News / Total Apex Sports / February 27
Pelicans Torch Jazz 129-118 Behind Saddiq Bey’s 42-Point Explosion
Saddiq Bey put on a show Thursday night in Salt Lake City. The New Orleans Pelicans forward dropped 42 points on the Utah Jazz, leading his team to a commanding 129-118 victory at the Delta Center to open a two-game set.
The 23 best NBA players with exactly one All-Star appearance
The NBA is a league built on the backs of its stars. Every now and then, guys in the NBA will raise their play to All-Star level, and sometimes, that run only lasts for one season.
Saddiq Bey News / Field Level Media / February 26
Saddiq Bey scores 42 as hot-shooting Pelicans top Jazz
Saddiq Bey had a season-high 42 points along with seven assists and five rebounds to lead the New Orleans Pelicans over the Utah Jazz 129-118 in Salt Lake City on Thursday night.
Zion Williamson News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / February 26
Next Step in Zion Williamson's Development Is Obvious After Tuesday's Remarks
New Orleans Pelicans fans witnessed a rarity on Tuesday night against the Golden State Warriors. Not only did they witness back-to-back wins, but they also saw star forward Zion Williamson make a three-pointer.
Dejounte Murray News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / February 26
Dejounte Murray Sets Lofty Goal for Pelicans After Solid Debut
Dejounte Murray’s season debut proved beneficial for himself and the New Orleans Pelicans. The former first-round pick scored the game’s opening basket and had a key layup with about a minute left to ice the game for New Orleans.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Last Word On Sports / February 25
Dejounte Murray Addresses Pelicans Trade Rumors In Viral Tweet
The New Orleans Pelicans haven’t been completely healthy all season. With Dejounte Murray making his 2025-26 debut on Tuesday, they’re getting close though.
DeAndre Jordan News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / February 25
Pelicans' Surprise Deandre Jordan Decision Highlights Big Offseason Need
The 2025-2026 season for the New Orleans Pelicans has been defined by shifting lineups and youth development. Yet, the team recently turned to a familiar face from a different era to steady the ship.
20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest
Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 25
Why Pelicans’ Dejounte Murray sees ‘something special’ in Derik Queen, Jeremiah Fears
After 13 months of Achilles rehab, Dejounte Murray finally made his season debut for the New Orleans Pelicans. However, in a moment that could have been all about his own return, the veteran made sure the spotlight shifted to the rookies.
Zion Williamson News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / February 25
Offseason Zion Williamson Trade Buzz Is Already Getting Louder
Zion Williamson's impressive streak of availability is raising eyebrows around the league. He is currently in the midst of his longest streak of games without any absences, with 33.
Derik Queen News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / February 25
Pelicans' Derik Queen Approach Should Raise Alarm Bells After Win vs. Warriors
The New Orleans Pelicans have to get their priorities straight. Getting on a two-game winning streak and no longer being at the bottom of the Western Conference is nice.
NBA News / Field Level Media / February 24
Pelicans withstand late Warriors push behind Zion Williamson's 26
Zion Williamson scored 26 points as the New Orleans Pelicans defeated the visiting Golden State Warriors 113-109 on Tuesday. Saddiq Bey scored 18 points as the Pelicans got off to a strong start, then survived a tough late challenge from Golden State.
Dejounte Murray News / Hoops Wire / February 24
Pelicans’ Dejounte Murray faced far more than rehab on long road back
The Pelicans will welcome Dejounte Murray back tonight. That part is easy to write. The harder part is everything it took to get here. Murray’s long road back from a torn Achilles was never just about rehab timelines or minutes restrictions.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Yardbarker / February 23
Former NBA All-Star to make season debut Tuesday
Jan. 31, 2025, was the last time that he dribbled a basketball during an NBA game.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Total Pro Sports / February 22
Pelicans Pull Classic Rookie Prank on Micah Peavy and Jeremiah Fears
The NBA is no stranger to hilarious pranks, and few can match the comedic genius of the legendary Shaquille O’Neal. Veteran players love to pull pranks on rookies, and the New Orleans Pelicans just took this playful tradition to new heights with a classic joke on Micah Peavy and Jeremiah Fears.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA Draft on SI / February 21
Pelicans' Rookies Still Offering Bright Future Despite Down Season
It's quite clear that the New Orleans Pelicans have a bright future despite not owning their 2026 first-round pick. That's because their current group of young players has been impressive to watch, even though they're currently 14th in the Western Conference at 15-42.
Bryce McGowens News / Hoops Rumors / February 20
Pelicans To Sign Bryce McGowens To Three-Year Deal
The Pelicans and two-way wing Bryce McGowens have reached an agreement on a new three-year standard contract, agents Kyle McAlarney and Mark Bartelstein tell ESPN’s Shams Charania (Twitter link).
New Orleans Pelicans News / Larry Brown Sports / February 19
Zion Williamson is about to get a large financial reward
Zion Williamson is quietly stacking up his number of games played.
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