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NBA News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / 15 hours ago
Ex-NBA Star Reveals Unexpected Potential Steph Curry, Zion Williamson Team Up
The NBA offseason has typically been a time for some of the league's biggest stars to work out and train together, whether it be in the famous Chris Brickley open runs, Pro-Am leagues, or private workouts.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / August 12
Six-Year NBA Veteran Breaks Silence On Signing With Serbian Team
The New Orleans Pelicans have been a struggling franchise since being created in 2002, and while they have had some big-time stars come through like Chris Paul and Anthony Davis, the organization has always had trouble retaining their talent.
New Orleans Pelicans News / The Bird Writes / August 8
Pelicans’ Financial Future: Can New Orleans Build a Contender or Face a Reset? 
Every NBA team eventually has to pay for its success, or at least for its hopes of success. For the New Orleans Pelicans, that bill has officially arrived.
Pelicans Around the Web
The '2021-22 NBA All-Stars' quiz
Including injury replacements, 27 players were selected for the 2022 NBA All-Star Game. How many of the 27 can you name in five minutes?
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 8
3 way-too-early New Orleans Pelicans trade candidates in 2025-26 season
After years of injury setbacks, questionable roster building, and a turbulent front-office overhaul, the New Orleans Pelicans have entered the 2025–26 season with both urgency and uncertainty.
The 25 worst contracts in the NBA for 2025-26
Not every player on here is bad or overrated - rather, the contract is one that is currently or has the chance to be a cap killer moving forward.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 7
Five NBA coaches starting 2025-26 season on hot seat
Here are five NBA coaches who will start the season on the hot seat.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA Draft on SI / August 6
Where Jeremiah Fears in Pelicans Crowded Backcourt
The New Orleans Pelicans had quite the busy offseason, revamping their roster following an unsuccessful 21-61 season. Their former star duo of Brandon Ingram and Zion Williamson was never able to get over the hump of the first round in the grueling Western Conferenc, and now the team takes a new direction.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / August 6
Pelicans Predicted to Miss Out on Elite Talent After Controversial Trade
The New Orleans Pelicans had an eventful 2025 NBA Draft, but partly for the wrong reasons. The Pelicans made a splash by taking Jeremiah Fears with the seventh overall pick, and the talented 18-year-old guard is expected to make a huge impact.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / August 6
Pelicans Hire Ex-Washington Coach Mike Hopkins As Assistant
The Pelicans are adding a seasoned voice to their bench, hiring Mike Hopkins as an assistant coach and head of player development, per ESPN’s Pete Thamel.
Washington Huskies News / Hoops Rumors / August 5
Longtime former college basketball head coach joins Pelicans staff
He was the head coach at the University of Washington from 2017-24.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 4
1 move New Orleans Pelicans should’ve made in 2025 NBA offseason
When Joe Dumars took over the reins of the New Orleans Pelicans’ front office, many expected sweeping changes and a clearer vision for the franchise. So far, that vision has been difficult to define.
New Orleans Pelicans News / The Lead / August 3
Who Should the Pelicans Sign With Their Last Roster Spot?
With training camp right around the corner, the New Orleans Pelicans roster currently stands at 14 players, leaving one spot available. There are many directions they can go with this open roster spot, but one of two options will be the most likely outcome.
Brandon Boston News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / August 3
New Report Reveals Surprising Destination for Ex-Clippers, Pelicans Guard
Brandon Boston Jr. could be headed overseas, per a recent report. The former 51st overall pick out of Kentucky started his career with the LA Clippers, spending three seasons in Los Angeles before he was claimed off waivers by the New Orleans Pelicans on a two-way contract, but it appears his NBA career could be nearing its conclusion.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / August 3
NBA Legend Sets Challenge for Zion Williamson, Anthony Edwards
The NBA Dunk Contest has lost its luster over the last decade. Aaron Gordon and Zach LaVine faced off nine years ago, and since then, the only "big names” to participate have been Victor Oladipo in 2018, a past-his-prime Dwight Howard in 2020 and Jaylen Brown in 2024.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA Draft on SI / August 2
New Orleans Pelicans: Upcoming Season Could Establish Potential Need for Full Rebuild
The New Orleans Pelicans seem to be one of the most unpredictable teams every season of late. While the talent on paper has been tremendous for the past
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.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Last Word On Sports / August 1
Former NBA Champion To Join New Orleans Pelicans
The New Orleans Pelicans offseason hasn’t been looked upon fondly by most NBA fans, writers, prognosticators, etc. Kevin Pelton of ESPN gave them an F in his offseason grades, the only team that received that failing grade.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Last Word On Sports / July 30
3 Burning Questions For Pelicans Heading Into 2025-26 Season
There are only 10 teams that never won an NBA championship. The New Orleans Pelicans, who were retroactively rebranded as a new franchise after the Charlotte Hornets relocated to Louisiana in 2002, find themselves among that unlucky number.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Hardwood Heroics / July 30
'It Was a Mistake on My Part' – Kendrick Perkins Backpedals on Statement About Pelicans
Since stepping away from the NBA, Kendrick Perkins has built a career as one of the most controversial sports analysts. Perkins has vocalized questionable takes early in his career in media, often receiving backlash from fans.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Hardwood Heroics / July 29
'They Had Seemingly the Most Lopsided Transaction of the Summer' – New Orleans Pelicans Receive the Lowest Offseason Grade From Insider
The New Orleans Pelicans have been fairly busy this offseason with the additions of Kevon Looney, Jordan Poole, and Saddiq Bey while re-signing Herb Jones to a three-year extension.
Derik Queen News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 28
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.
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.
Zion Williamson News / Yardbarker / July 24
Pelicans exec makes team's stance on Zion Williamson crystal clear
It’s wild how quickly the NBA narrative can flip.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Last Word On Sports / July 19
With 4 Players Recovering From Major Surgeries, Pelicans Projected To Begin Season Shorthanded
2025 No. 13 overall pick Derik Queen will likely miss the beginning of the 2025-26 season after undergoing surgery to address a torn scapholunate ligament in his left wrist, the New Orleans Pelicans announced earlier today.
Derik Queen News / Yardbarker / July 18
Pelicans' injury woes continue with unfortunate Derik Queen update
The New Orleans Pelicans received some troubling injury news on Friday.
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