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On YouTubeZion Williamson 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.
Dejounte Murray News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / February 19
Pelicans Tease Dejounte Murray Return Date
The New Orleans Pelicans return to action post All-Star break on Friday when they host the Milwaukee Bucks. During practice on Thursday, interim coach James Borrego was asked about the return of Dejounte Murray, who has been sidelined for over a year after rupturing his Achilles tendon last season.
The 'NBA All-Star MVPs' quiz
How many of the NBA All-Star Game MVP Award -- officially named the Kobe Bryant Trophy in 2020 -- in the three-point era (1979-80) can you name in five minutes?
Dejounte Murray News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / February 19
What to Expect from Dejounte Murray After His Return to Action
26 games are remaining in the New Orleans Pelicans' season, and there seems to be little to look forward to for fans. New Orleans is 15-41 on the year, near the very bottom of the Western Conference standings.
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.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / February 18
Pelicans Must Retain James Borrego Despite Disastrous Season
The New Orleans Pelicans are 15-41 and have been a disaster for most of the season. Considering that the front office seemingly thought this was a playoff-caliber roster and traded away their 2026 first-round pick, this has to be a major disappointment for the franchise.
Zion Williamson News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / February 18
Assessing Zion Williamson's Future With Pelicans: Will He Be in New Orleans Next Season?
Year 7 for New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson will again end without a playoff appearance for the 25-year-old. New Orleans is 15-41 on the year, and near the bottom of the Western Conference standings.
Jordan Poole News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / February 17
Jordan Poole's Pelicans Future Hinges on Rest of Season
When the New Orleans Pelicans acquired guard Jordan Poole from the Washington Wizards last offseason, the idea was to infuse a younger scorer on the roster to alleviate pressure off of Zion Williamson.
Dejounte Murray News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / February 17
Dejounte Murray's Performance Upon Return Will Determine His NBA Future
The New Orleans Pelicans are 15-41 at the All-Star break and don't have much to play for in the final 26 games of the season. They will hope to build more chemistry and momentum that they can carry into next season while continuing the development of Derik Queen and Jeremiah Fears.
Carmelo Anthony News / Total Pro Sports / February 17
Carmelo Anthony Reveals Wild Recruitment Story That Nearly Created Unreal New Orleans Big Three
The Golden State Warriors looked unbeatable during the 2015-2022 period. During this time, they won 4 of their 7 overall NBA championships. However, according
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / February 16
3 Pelicans Storylines to Watch After the All-Star Break
The New Orleans Pelicans have 26 more games to play after the All-Star break. They are not going anywhere and will likely finish with one of the worst records in the league.
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 16
Trey Murphy III can’t help but repeat how ‘really f**king good’ Derik Queen is
During NBA All-Star Weekend, one of the participants in the Rising Stars Game was New Orleans Pelicans rookie forward Derik Queen. Queen has been enjoying a strong season with the Pelicans as one of the top rookies in the NBA.
Trey Murphy News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / February 15
Pelicans' Trey Murphy Elected to Prestigious NBA Position
New Orleans Pelicans star Trey Murphy III has made plenty of moves on the basketball court this season. From his career year in points, rebounds, and assists to his record-breaking franchise three-point accomplishment, the former first-round pick is raising his game to new heights.
Derik Queen News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / February 15
Pelicans' Rookie Derik Queen Gaining Respect of Teammates and Peers
Fresh off an NBA Rising Star championship, New Orleans Pelicans rookie Derik Queen will now prepare for the final 26 games of the regular season. The Pelicans have long been out of contention for any playoff aspirations, but this final stretch of games is important for the young center.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / February 14
4 Silver Linings in Pelicans’ Disastrous Season
Not much has gone right for the New Orleans Pelicans this season. When Joe Dumars & Co. traded away the Pels’ first-round pick in the 2026 NBA Draft in the offseason, they surely didn’t expect the team would be 15-41 at the All-Star break.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 13
Pelicans’ Derik Queen reveals ‘Welcome to NBA’ moment courtesy of Joel Embiid
New Orleans Pelicans rookie Derik Queen has been one of the pleasant surprises this season with his impressive all-around play. After a slow start, he has learned to adjust and become a consistent performer for the Pelicans.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / February 12
3 Things the Pelicans Must Accomplish After All-Star Break
The New Orleans Pelicans lost 123-111 to the Miami Heat on Wednesday night, leaving a sour taste in the team’s mouth heading into the All-Star break. New Orleans is 15-41 on the season and is near the bottom of the Western Conference for the second straight year.
Trey Murphy News / Athlon Sports / February 11
Pelicans Announce Trey Murphy III Injury Update After Leaving Heat Game
New Orleans Pelicans small forward Trey Murphy III is having his best year as a pro. He’s played 51 games for the Pelicans this season, with Wednesday’s matchup against the Miami Heat marking his 52nd appearance in 2025-26.
Yves Missi News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 11
Why Bulls failed to pull off Yves Missi trade with Pelicans
The Chicago Bulls made a late push to acquire Yves Missi at the NBA trade deadline, but discussions with the New Orleans Pelicans ultimately fell short due to differing asking prices.
Zion Williamson News / Athlon Sports / February 10
Fantasy Basketball Tanking Teams 2026: Zion Williamson, AD, and More Stars Facing Minute Cuts
The NBA trade deadline didn’t just move players. It drew a line. On one side? Teams still chasing something real. On the other? Teams that have quietly shifted into asset protection mode.
Dalen Terry News / Hoops Rumors / February 10
Sixers Signing Dalen Terry To Two-Way Deal
The Sixers will fill the open two-way contract slot on their roster by signing free agent wing Dalen Terry, a source tells Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / February 12
Watch: DeMar DeRozan reaches boiling point in wild scene during timeout
It’s gotten so bad for the Sacramento Kings that veteran forward DeMar DeRozan took out his frustration on a water bottle on Monday. During a break in
Russell Westbrook News / Yardbarker / February 9
Kings' Russell Westbrook reaches major career milestone
Now in the midst of his 18th NBA season with the Sacramento Kings, Russell Westbrook tends to make history with every basket. He reached a major milestone on Monday night.
Rudy Gobert News / Yardbarker / February 7
Timberwolves’ Rudy Gobert demands 'accountability' after deflating loss to Pelicans
The Minnesota Timberwolves blew an 18-point lead Friday night and lost to the New Orleans Pelicans, 119-115. It's becoming a pattern, especially against teams they should be beating. After the game, Timberwolves center Gobert had some things to say about it.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / February 5
Knicks dealt injury blow to key guard right after Jose Alvarado trade with Pelicans
The silver lining for the timing of the guard's injury is that the Knicks were able to land Alvarado, who was born in New York.
NBA News / Yardbarker / February 2
Hornets extend winning streak to seven with win over Pelicans
The Charlotte Hornets had won six straight games for the first time in a decade. They wouldn't let a blizzard, a 22-point deficit or their star's bleeding face keep them from running their streak to seven.
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