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It’s been a perplexing offseason for the New Orleans Pelicans, who used their first round pick to draft Jeremiah Fears and then traded back into the first round to select Derik Queen.

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New Orleans Pelicans’ biggest Derik Queen concern after 2025 NBA Summer League injury

When the New Orleans Pelicans traded back into the lottery to select Derik Queen with the No. 13 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, they made one of the boldest moves of draft night.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Athlon Sports / July 27

Latest on Pelicans GM Joe Dumars' Plans for Zion Williamson

The New Orleans Pelicans' latest team president, former Hall of Fame Detroit Pistons shooting guard Joe Dumars, wasted little time in reshaping his roster over the summer.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA Draft on SI / July 26

Injury Could be Early Setback for Pelicans’ Rookie

At the 2025 NBA Draft, the New Orleans Pelicans made the unpopular decision to trade back up into the lottery and nab Maryland standout Derik Queen at No.

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New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / July 26

Pelicans Rookie Projected Over $112 Million Star For 2025-26 Depth Chart

The NBA won't even be back in action until October, and teams around the league still have plenty of moves to make before the season starts. From filling up their two-way spots to still making key additions to their rotations, several quality free agents remain on the market as August nears.

Trey Murphy News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / July 25

Pelicans Star Trey Murphy Reacts to NBA's Viral Post

The New Orleans Pelicans had one of their best seasons in franchise history in 2023-24, finishing with the second-most wins in their history with 49. However, they followed it up by having one of the worst seasons in franchise history in 2024-25, ending with a 21-61 record.

Jeremiah Fears News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 25

New Orleans Pelicans’ biggest Jeremiah Fears concern after 2025 NBA Summer League

The New Orleans Pelicans’ 2025 NBA Summer League campaign has left more questions than answers. While the franchise’s summer squad has struggled to earn a win, there’s one figure who has garnered the most attention and scrutiny: Jeremiah Fears, the No.

Lester Quinones News / Hoops Wire / July 24

Pelicans Waive Lester Quinones, Opening Two-Way Slot

The New Orleans Pelicans have waived guard Lester Quinones, according to the official NBA transactions log. Quinones had been on a two-way contract with New Orleans, which now has one two-way slot open.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / July 24

Ex-Warriors Guard Waived by New Orleans Pelicans

The New Orleans Pelicans have had a busy offseason after Joe Dumars stepped in to be the team's new head of basketball operations. They were the talk of

Bill Simmons News / NBA Analysis Network / July 24

Bill Simmons shares brutal New Orleans Pelicans assessment that will really concern fans, ‘I don’t want to panic’

The New Orleans Pelicans have been stuck in mediocrity for years and there seems to be no way out. Over the years, the NBA has grown in popularity, which has, of course, led to conversations about a potential league expansion.

Zion Williamson News / Yardbarker / July 24

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New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / July 24

NBA Analyst New Orleans Pelicans Amid Relocation Talk

The New Orleans Pelicans have become the black sheep of the NBA this summer, receiving heavy criticism from all angles regarding their front office, roster, and draft picks.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 24

Pelicans rumors: Bill Simmons hypes ‘buzz’ about possible relocation

The New Orleans Pelicans have not been very fortunate to have a good basketball team for some time, and a lot of people are starting to realize it. That could lead to bigger things, such as someone buying the team, or even bigger, buying the team and relocating it.

Trey Murphy News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / July 23

Trey Murphy Reacts to NBA’s Post On Pelicans Star

The NBA Summer League has finished, with the Charlotte Hornets walking away as winners in Las Vegas and Utah's Kyle Filipowski walking away with Summer League MVP honors.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / July 23

NBA Analyst Believes NBA Team Could Be Getting Relocated

One of the hottest topics in the NBA right now is expansion. There have been murmurs about the league wanting to add two more teams soon, as the league is filled with almost too much talent.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / July 23

Recent Pelicans Player Signs With New NBA Team

The New Orleans Pelicans have had one of the most intriguing young cores in the NBA, headlined by 25-year-old star Zion Williamson and guys like Trey Murphy III, Yves Missi, Jeremiah Fears, and Derik Queen, but they have lost one of their young talents to another NBA franchise.

Antonio Reeves News / Hoops Rumors / July 23

Hornets to sign Antonio Reeves to two-way contract

The Hornets have reached an agreement to sign free agent guard Antonio Reeves to a two-way contract, reports Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link). Reeves,

Zion Williamson News / Hoops Wire / July 23

Pelicans Exec Speaks About Zion Williamson’s Future With Franchise

A New Orleans Pelicans exec spoke to NBA reporter Keith Smith of Spotrac about Zion Williamson‘s future with the franchise. Williamson will make $39.4 million next season since the Pelicans didn’t waive him on July 15. “Zion is still our guy,” the Pelicans front office executive said.

Jeremiah Fears News / Hardwood Heroics / July 22

'By Game 40 or 50, He’s Going to be a Totally Different Player' – New Orleans Pelicans Coach Drops Bold Outlook for Jeremiah Fears

The New Orleans Pelicans finished their Summer League campaign with a 0-5 record, but they got a glimpse of what they can expect from their rookie guard Jeremiah Fears.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Last Word On Sports / July 19