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On YouTubeNew Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / December 29
Pelicans' Rebounding Struggles Put Them at a Major Disadvantage
The New Orleans Pelicans suffered their third straight loss after a 123-114 defeat to the Phoenix Suns on Saturday. One glaring stat was the number of offensive rebounds New Orleans allowed in both games.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / December 29
Pelicans’ Jose Alvarado, Suns’ Mark Williams suspended for fight
The NBA handed down discipline Sunday night, suspending Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado for two games without pay and Suns center Mark Williams for one game following their involvement in a fight during Saturday’s game.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / December 28
NBA drops hammer on Jose Alvarado, Mark Williams after fight
The NBA has reportedly decided on punishments for New Orleans Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado and Phoenix Suns center Mark Williams. The league is suspending Alvarado for two games and Williams for one game after the two got into a fight during Saturday’s Pelicans-Suns contest, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania.
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NBA News / Field Level Media / December 28
Jose Alvarado, Mark Williams suspended for roles in Pelicans-Suns fight
The NBA on Sunday announced suspensions for Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado and Phoenix center Mark Williams following their altercation in the Suns' 123-114 win in New Orleans Saturday night.
Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?
Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / December 28
NBA suspends Pelicans' Jose Alvarado, Suns' Mark Williams
The NBA announced today that Jose Alvarado has been suspended for two games without pay for his role in Saturday night’s fight during the Pelicans‘ game against the Suns (Twitter link).
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / December 28
Pelicans' Losing Streak Could Be a Blessing in Disguise Before Trade Deadline
The New Orleans Pelicans had righted the ship after the returns of Zion Williamson and Jordan Poole, going on a five-game winning streak. Immediately following that, however, the Pelicans suffered three straight losses with an average margin of 13 points.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / December 28
Pelicans’ Alvarado, Suns’ Williams Ejected After Fight
Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado and Suns center Mark Williams were both ejected from Saturday’s game in New Orleans after a brief fight late in the third quarter, writes Rashad Milligan of NOLA.com.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Larry Brown Sports / December 28
Jordan Poole had the greatest reaction to Jose Alvarado’s punch
New Orleans Pelicans guard Jordan Poole had a fantastic reaction to the fight that erupted at the end of Saturday’s game against the Phoenix Suns. Alvarado and Suns center Mark Williams got into an on-court fight during the third quarter of Saturday’s game at Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, La.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / December 27
Pelicans' Jose Alvarado, Suns' Mark Williams get ejected after throwing punches
Jose Alvarado went after a much larger man during Saturday’s game.
Jordan Poole News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / December 26
Pelicans' Jordan Poole Opens Up About New Bench Role
The New Orleans Pelicans remain near the bottom of the Western Conference standings despite winning five of their last six games. New Orleans has shown significant improvement under interim coach James Borrego, who is demonstrating that he isn’t afraid to push different buttons to see how his team responds.
Derik Queen News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / December 24
Pelicans' Derik Queen Has the Right Mentality in Impressive Rookie Season
New Orleans Pelicans center Derik Queen has emerged as one of the league’s most compelling rookie stories. After being drafted 13th overall and traded to the Pelicans on draft night, the 6'10" Maryland product has transformed from a promising prospect into a nightly double-double threat through sheer effort and an advanced "old-school" skill set.
Zion Williamson News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / December 24
Zion Williamson Giving His Trade Value a Major Boost With Recent Dominance
The New Orleans Pelicans righted the ship over the last two weeks after being stuck at the bottom of the Western Conference all season. At 8-23, they still have a long way to go, but the Pels are now a much more formidable team.
Derik Queen News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 23
Lou Williams gives Derik Queen his flowers amid Pelicans hot stretch
Just last week, the New Orleans Pelicans had the worst record in the NBA. After racking up five straight wins, the Pelicans are now 8-22 and sit in 13th place in the Western Conference.
Zion Williamson News / Yardbarker / December 23
Zion Williamson's impressive play off bench leads Pelicans to fifth straight win
Led by their superstar in a new role, the New Orleans Pelicans have now won five games in a row.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Field Level Media / December 22
Pelicans surge in 4th quarter, dump Mavs for 5th straight win
Zion Williamson compiled 24 points and nine rebounds off the bench, helping the streaking New Orleans Pelicans rally for a 119-113 victory over the visiting Dallas Mavericks on Monday.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Yardbarker / December 22
Pelicans' James Borrego no longer needs interim tag as win streak continues
James Borrego is an interim coach in name only.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Wire / December 22
Pelicans Rumors: Trey Murphy III, Herbert Jones, Saddiq Bey, James Borrego
The Pelicans are sitting at 7-22, which puts them squarely in evaluation mode, whether they want to call it that or not. Around the league, teams are paying attention.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 20
Red-hot Pelicans extend win streak behind Zion Williamson's big night
The 2025-26 season has not gone quite how the New Orleans Pelicans had envisioned. The never-ending injury saga surrounding star Zion Williamson has played
Herbert Jones News / Hoops Wire / December 18
Lakers seeking perimeter defense, eye Pelicans’ Herbert Jones
The Lakers are winning, but they are still looking. According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, Los Angeles is actively monitoring the trade market for a defensive wing upgrade, and Pelicans forward Herbert Jones has emerged as a name high on the internal wish list.
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