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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.

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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.

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.

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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?

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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.

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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.

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.

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.

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

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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.

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.

Steve Kerr admits he intended to leave Warriors before changing mind

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NBA News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 15

Michael Porter Jr. Trade Is Not Worth the Cost for Pelicans

There has been plenty of buzz suggesting the New Orleans Pelicans pursue Michael Porter Jr. Porter would give the Pelicans another proven scorer. However, that doesn't necessarily make him the right player for this team.

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.

Saddiq Bey News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 15

Can Saddiq Bey Prove His Pelicans Breakout Was More Than a One-Year Renaissance?

Saddiq Bey's first season with the New Orleans Pelicans was better than anyone could have expected when he was acquired along with Jordan Poole from the Washington Wizards.

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.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 14

How AJ Johnson Could Factor Into Pelicans' Plans After Trade

When the New Orleans Pelicans struck a deal last week to move guard Jordan Hawkins, many supporters frowned on the assets the team surrendered. Along with Hawkins, the Pelicans sent promising young forward Micah Peavy and a second-round pick to the Memphis Grizzlies for guard AJ Johnson and veteran forward Taj Gibson.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 14

Pelicans’ Dejounte Murray gets real on Russell Westbrook as 'GOAT' point guard

BOSTON — The basketball world saw an all-time great call it a career this offseason Russell Westbrook announced his retirement via a social media video.

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