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On YouTubeNew Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 3
NBA Mock Trade: Zion Williamson, LaMelo Ball Team Up in Blockbuster Deal
The New Orleans Pelicans have not made it past the first round of the NBA playoffs since the 2018 postseason, making just two playoff appearances in six seasons since then.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 2
Who Will Be The Pelicans' Biggest X-Factor For The 2025-26 Season?
The New Orleans Pelicans could've headed into the 2025-26 season with no pressure on being a playoff contender in the Western Conference. While the team
Garrison Brooks News / Hoops Rumors / September 2
Pelicans to sign free-agent forward to deal
In 18 EuroCup outings last season, he averaged 7.1 points and 4.1 rebounds in 20.3 minutes per game.
The '2024-25 NBA double-double leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA players to record 10 or more double-doubles in the 2024-25 NBA seasons can you name in six minutes?
Zion Williamson News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / August 31
Pelicans Coach Expresses Confidence in Zion Williamson Despite Injury Struggles
Since he was drafted in 2019, New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson has played at least 65 games, the new minimum for end-of-season award eligibility, just once.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / August 30
Willie Green's Sincere Statement on Trey Murphy Amid Warriors Trade Reports
In the wake of a disastrous 2024-2025 season for the New Orleans Pelicans, many questions surround the roster's composition and whether it can compete in another year of a loaded Western Conference.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / August 30
Pelicans Star Trey Murphy III Reveals Three Goals for Next NBA Season
The New Orleans Pelicans are coming off a disastrous 2024-25 season where they finished just 21-61 and were plagued by injuries. Zion Williamson, Brandon Ingram, Dejounte Murray, and Herb Jones played a combined 99 games last season, but it did not end there.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / August 30
Controversial Pelicans Trade Named 'Boldest' Move of NBA Offseason
The New Orleans Pelicans have had a surprisingly busy 2025 NBA offseason, but coming off a disastrous 21-win 2024-25 season, they certainly need some change.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Yardbarker / August 29
Pelicans' 'injury curse' extends to the summer
The New Orleans Pelicans just finished a nightmare season where countless key players suffered injuries. Jose Alvarado's scary fall Friday shows the Pelicans' "injury curse" might not be done yet.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Last Word On Sports / August 29
New Season, Same Problems: Pelicans’ Injury Curse Strikes Early
Last season, the New Orleans Pelicans had huge expectations. They traded for Dejounte Murray, hoping he would be the final piece to get them over the hump.
Jose Alvarado News / Hoops Wire / August 29
Pelicans’ Jose Alvarado says he’s OK after being carried off on stretcher in Puerto Rico’s AmeriCup loss
Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado gave everyone a scare Thursday while competing for Puerto Rico in the AmeriCup quarterfinals. He went down hard in overtime, stayed on the floor in pain, and was eventually taken off on a stretcher.
Jose Alvarado News / Larry Brown Sports / August 28
NBA guard stretchered off after scary fall in FIBA AmeriCup
The New Orleans Pelicans’ rotten injury luck is extending to the NBA offseason as well. Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado was suited up on Thursday for Puerto Rico, whom he represents nationally, during FIBA AmeriCup play.
Jose Alvarado News / Yardbarker / August 29
Key Pelicans player suffers scary injury during FIBA AmeriCup
New Orleans Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado had to be stretchered off the court while playing for Puerto Rico at the FIBA AmeriCup 2025.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / August 28
What Needs To Happen For The Pelicans To Out-Perform Projections Next Season?
The 2025-26 New Orleans Pelicans head into this upcoming season after making some major changes to their roster. Since the trade deadline last season, the Pelicans have moved on from Brandon Ingram, CJ McCollum, Kelly Olynyk, and Bruce Brown, to name a few.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / August 28
Only One Team Predicted to Finish Below Pelicans in NBA Western Conference
For a team that looked like they would be one of the most exciting up-and-coming rosters in the NBA a few years back, the New Orleans Pelicans still have not lived up to their potential.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Last Word On Sports / August 28
3 Reasons Why The Pelicans Won The 2025 NBA Draft
Similar to other Western Conference teams, such as the Timberwolves and the Thunder, the New Orleans Pelicans have selected a great crop of prospects. In the first round, New Orleans drafted Oklahoma guard Jeremiah Fears at pick seven and Maryland big man Derik Queen through a trade with the Hawks (No.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Fadeaway World / August 24
Bold Trade Idea Sees Pelicans Acquire All-Star Point Guard To Form Dynamic Backcourt
The New Orleans Pelicans have been searching for a way to elevate their roster from intriguing to legitimate contender, and one bold trade idea may hold the key.
Jordan Poole News / Hardwood Heroics / August 23
'He’s Ready to Take Another Step Forward' – New Orleans Pelicans Coach Opens Up on Acquiring Jordan Poole This Offseason
One of the biggest moves the New Orleans Pelicans made this summer was acquiring Jordan Poole from the Washington Wizards. In the three-team deal, they also received Saddiq Bey and the 40th overall pick of this year’s draft.
Adam Silver News / Yardbarker / August 22
Is NBA dragging its feet on expansion to spur arena deals?
NBA commissioner Adam Silver has voiced many reasons to delay expansion for the past few years.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Fadeaway World / August 22
Can Herb Jones Regain Elite 3-And-D Form For The Pelicans Next Season?
New Orleans Pelicans forward Herb Jones is widely regarded as one of the best on-ball and perimeter defenders in the game. With the Pelicans, he remains a key rotation player, providing a substantial defensive boost when he is on the court.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Wire / August 20
Pelicans promoting Joe Barrer to coach of G League affiliate
The New Orleans Pelicans are promoting Joe Barrer to head coach of their G League affiliate, the Birmingham Squadron, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Rumors / August 20
Joe Barrer to coach Pelicans' G League team
The Pelicans are naming Joe Barrer the head coach of their G League affiliate, the Birmingham Squadron, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link).
New Orleans Pelicans News / Total Apex Sports / August 18
New Orleans Pelicans Sign Veteran Role Player
The New Orleans Pelicans have made another move this offseason. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, the team has signed 6-foot-9 Forward Jalen McDaniels to a contract.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Last Word On Sports / August 18
New Orleans Pelicans Add Depth With a G-League Standout
The New Orleans Pelicans have had a busy offseason. They traded for Jordan Poole and Saddiq Bey, signed Kevon Looney as a free agent, and traded to get Derik Queen in the draft.
Jeremiah Fears News / The SportsRush / August 13
Pelicans’ Jeremiah Fears Reveals Where He Spent the First of His $7.5M Rookie Paycheck
The most important moment for aspiring NBA players is hearing their name called on draft night. When that happens, it may still take some time for it to sink in that they are actually in the NBA, but reality quickly hits when that first paycheck hits the bank account.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Wire / August 1
Joe Dumars ‘Really Impressed’ With Zion Williamson as Pelicans Keep Options Open
New Orleans Pelicans new lead executive Joe Dumars is said to be high on Zion Williamson. But that doesn’t necessarily mean the former NBA All-Star is safe.
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