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On YouTubeNew Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 30
Pelicans bolster backcourt depth with ex-Blazers, Hornets guard
The New Orleans Pelicans are entering a new era this season after they traded away veterans CJ McCollum and Brandon Ingram. With a couple of seemingly solid draft picks in Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen, and bringing in veterans like Kevon Looney and Jordan Poole, the team is looking to compete in the Western Conference this year.
Bryce McGowens News / Hoops Rumors / July 30
Pelicans sign former second-round pick to a two-way deal
He had spent split his three previous NBA seasons with the Hornets and Trail Blazers.
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.
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New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 30
Kendrick Perkins delivers Derik Queen hype to clap back at Pelicans doubters
Kendrick Perkins pushed back against skepticism surrounding the New Orleans Pelicans’ draft-night trade for Derik Queen, offering strong praise for the rookie center during a recent appearance on the Road Trippin podcast.
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 / NBA Analysis Network / July 29
Kendrick Perkins calls out people who criticized New Orleans Pelicans’ lottery pick, ‘I’m telling you right now…’
One of the New Orleans Pelicans’ lottery picks has been under a lot of heat, but former NBA player Kendrick Perkins has spoken out for him. It was an offseason of massive changes for the New Orleans Pelicans, especially in their front office as former NBA Vice President Joe Dumars moved to the franchise as their President of Basketball Operations.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Wire / July 29
NBA Expansion Talk Cools As Relocation Speculation Surrounds Pelicans
NBA commissioner Adam Silver pumped the brakes on expansion speculation last week, signaling that the league is not ready to add new franchises until its regional broadcasting future is resolved.
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.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 28
Why Pelicans got ESPN’s only ‘F’ grade for 2025 offseason
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.
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.
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.
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
Pelicans exec makes team's stance on Zion Williamson crystal clear
It’s wild how quickly the NBA narrative can flip.
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.
New Orleans Pelicans 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
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.
Joe Dumars News / Last Word On Sports / July 18
Joe Dumars’ Bold First Offseason Reshapes Pelicans’ Future
The Joe Dumars-led Pelicans offseason didn’t waste a second. From the moment he stepped into his role as executive vice president of basketball operations, Dumars got to work fast.
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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