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NBA News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 19
Why Jamahl Mosley Is Perfect Coach to Unlock Zion Williamson
New Orleans Pelicans star forward Zion Williamson is about to embark on his eighth season in the NBA. Despite the meteoric expectations when the Pelicans drafted him in 2019, the two-time All-Star still faces more questions than answers about his career trajectory—most of them not about his talent, but his nightly availability.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / September 18
NBA Notes: Pelicans, Jordan Poole, Pacers, Tyrese Haliburton, Warriors
The Pelicans rewarded Saddiq Bey for his bounce-back season. Now comes the harder question: What do they do with Jordan Poole? Terry Kimble of NBA on SI argues that New Orleans should end the experiment after one season, and the basketball case is fairly straightforward.
Saddiq Bey News / Fadeaway World / September 18
Pelicans’ Saddiq Bey Signs 3-Year Extension: Bargain Or Overpay?
The New Orleans Pelicans agreed to a three-year, $55.5 million fully guaranteed extension with 27-year-old forward Saddiq Bey, keeping him under contract through the 2029-30 season.
The 'Most 200 3-pointer NBA seasons' quiz
In NBA history, 38 players have made 200 or more three-point field goals in more than one season. How many can you name in five minutes?
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 18
Jordan Poole Trade Could Be Pelicans' Next Move After Bey Deal
The New Orleans Pelicans have extended Saddiq Bey, but questions remain in the aftermath. New Orleans still very much needs to figure out the right combination of pieces, and with one major player staying put, that opens the door for others to leave.
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
New Orleans Pelicans News / EssentiallySports / September 18
Pelicans Sign Defensive Stalwart to $55.5M Deal as Fears Mount Over Zion Williamson-Led Team
The New Orleans Pelicans largely remained quiet this offseason. The only significant commitment that they made was to Saddiq Bey, handing the SG a three-year, $55.5 million contract.
Saddiq Bey News / Field Level Media / September 17
Report: Well-traveled F Saddiq Bey agrees to contract extension with Pelicans
Forward Saddiq Bey has agreed to a three-year, $55.5 million contract extension with the New Orleans Pelicans, ESPN first reported on Thursday. The deal, which locks Bey into a fully guaranteed contract through the 2029-30 season, also includes a trade kicker, according to his agents at Excel Sports Management, ESPN reported.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Viral Sports News / September 17
New Orleans Pelicans Make $55.5 Million Decision on Breakout Starter
Saddiq Bey has agreed to a three-year, $55.5 million extension with the New Orleans Pelicans, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Thursday. Agents James Dunleavy and Jordan Gertler of Excel Sports Management told Charania the deal is fully guaranteed and includes a trade kicker.
Saddiq Bey News / Hoops Wire / September 17
Pelicans, Saddiq Bey agree to three-year contract extension
Saddiq Bey’s comeback season has resulted in a significant commitment from the Pelicans. Bey agreed to a three-year, $55.5 million contract extension with New Orleans, his agents told Shams Charania of ESPN.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Saddiq Bey News / Hoops Rumors / September 17
Pelicans, Saddiq Bey Agree To Three-Year Extension
Forward Saddiq Bey has agreed to a three-year, $55.5MM contract extension with the Pelicans, agents James Dunleavy and Jordan Gertler tell Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter links).
Jordan Poole News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 17
Harsh Jordan Poole Reality Is Setting in as Pelicans Season Draws Closer
The New Orleans Pelicans should not spend this season trying to rebuild Jordan Poole's value. They should sit him. Poole isn't one of the Pelicans' eight best players.
Christian Shumate News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 16
Why Christian Shumate Is an Intriguing Addition to Pelicans Training Camp
Christian Shumate is a long shot to make the New Orleans Pelicans' final roster. That doesn't make his invitation to training camp any less meaningful or valuable.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Rumors / September 16
Minor Transactions: Pelicans, Cavaliers, Warriors
The Pelicans signed and then subsequently waived former Santa Clara big man Johnny O’Neil, tweets Keith Smith of Spotrac. It’s a familiar series of transactions
Bryce McGowens News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 16
Why Pelicans' Preseason Is Quietly Huge for Bryce McGowens
Preseason games are roughly three weeks away for the New Orleans Pelicans, and this time usually means different things for two distinct camps. Core starters like Zion Williamson and Trey Murphy III use the preseason to build conditioning, get the timing down, and shake off offseason rust.
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 16
Warriors must avoid repeating Jordan Poole mistake with Brandin Podziemski
Everyone knows that the Golden State Warriors are slowly fading away from relevance in the competitive scene.
Dejounte Murray News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 15
Dejounte Murray on New Balance partnership, return from injury, Russell Westbrook, and more
BOSTON — After missing 13 months of action due to a torn right Achilles tendon, New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray made his return during the 2025-26 NBA regular season.
Dejounte Murray News / Fadeaway World / September 15
Dejounte Murray Calls Russell Westbrook The Greatest Point Guard Of All Time
Following Russell Westbrook’s retirement from basketball, several NBA stars gave him his flowers for an illustrious career that saw him win an MVP award and set the league record for most triple-doubles, among other iconic achievements.
Taj Gibson News / Fadeaway World / September 15
Taj Gibson Announces Retirement After 17 Seasons In The NBA
The 2026-27 season will mark the beginning of a new campaign and new opportunities for several players looking to make a name for themselves in the NBA.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Larry Brown Sports / September 14
Russell Westbrook earns GOAT point guard claim from NBA star
Russell Westbrook’s 18-year NBA career ended when he announced his retirement in the 2026 offseason. Yet, his accolades are impressive, and New Orleans Pelicans star Dejounte Murray even said Westbrook is the greatest point guard of all time.
Christian Shumate News / Hoops Rumors / September 13
Pelicans Sign Christian Shumate To Training Camp Deal
The Pelicans have officially signed Christian Shumate to a training camp contract, tweets Paul Garcia of The Spot Up Shot. Shumate went undrafted in 2025 after spending his final four college seasons at McNeese State.
Taj Gibson News / Field Level Media / September 9
Pelicans waive Taj Gibson, 41, one day after trade
The New Orleans Pelicans waived veteran Taj Gibson on Wednesday, one day after acquiring the 41-year-old forward/center in a trade. New Orleans added Gibson and AJ Johnson from the Memphis Grizzlies on Tuesday in exchange for Jordan Hawkins, Micah Peavy, a future second-round draft pick and a future second-round pick swap.
Derik Queen News / HITC / September 9
Derik Queen sparks reaction with awkward ‘fat and slow’ response to nervous NBA fan
New Orleans Pelicans star Derik Queen has sparked a strong reaction from fans after jokingly responding to an NBA supporter who admitted being nervous about his long-term future.
Bennedict Mathurin News / Hoops Wire / September 7
Pelicans still need cost-cutting move before signing Bennedict Mathurin
The Pelicans agreed to sign Bennedict Mathurin nearly two weeks ago. Now they just need enough room to actually do it. Mathurin agreed to a two-year, $16 million contract with New Orleans on Aug.
Bennedict Mathurin News / Yardbarker / August 26
Bennedict Mathurin is betting on himself with the Pelicans
Bennedict Mathurin couldn't get the restricted free agent offers he was hoping for this summer. Instead, he's going to bet on himself.
Joe Dumars News / Yardbarker / August 10
Pelicans executive Joe Dumars explains team's lack of activity
The New Orleans Pelicans won only 26 games last season, but the front office has largely stood pat this summer. Maybe that's a good thing.
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