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Joe Dumars says Pelicans’ new signing has ‘extremely hard’ workout he hopes will push Derik Queen’s development

The New Orleans Pelicans made an aggressive push for Derik Queen at the 2025 NBA Draft. The Pelicans acquired the 13th overall pick, Derik Queen from the Atlanta Hawks for the rights to the 23rd overall pick, Asa Newell, and an unprotected 2026 first-round pick (best from New Orleans or Milwaukee).

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Pelicans Executive Reveals Team's Expectations for 2025-26 Season

There is certainly reason for optimism for the New Orleans Pelicans heading into the 2025-26 season. After a disastrous year last season, New Orleans is trying to get back to being a postseason contender.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 22

Two Pelicans Stars Receive Optimistic Injury Update Before Training Camp

Injuries to Herbert Jones and Trey Murphy were a significant part of the Pelicans' disappointing 2024-2025 campaign. Both Jones and Murphy suffered severe shoulder injuries, which required season-ending surgery, and hampered breakout seasons for each.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 22

Pelicans Rookie Making Huge Strides Amid Injury Recovery

The New Orleans Pelicans might've finished at the bottom of the Western Conference standings last season, but they can't accept a similar fate for this upcoming year.

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The '2024-25 NBA triple-doubles' quiz

43 different players recorded a triple-double in the 2024-25 NBA season. How many of them can you name in six minutes?

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Zion Williamson News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 22

Pelicans Executive Gives Promising Zion Williamson Update Before NBA Season

Looking at the best NBA draft prospects in recent years, it's hard to deny Zion Williamson's spot at the top of the list, despite how highly-ranked Cooper Flagg was entering this year's draft.

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The 20 best current NBA players over the age of 35

Be sure to appreciate the final years of the following players' careers because what they're doing at this age isn't normal.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Wire / September 22

NBA Survey: Insiders say Pelicans’ offseason absolute worst

Not every team left league insiders impressed. According to ESPN’s Tim Bontemps, the Pelicans drew more criticism than anyone else in his survey of 20 coaches, scouts and executives.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 22

NBA Executives Bash Pelicans for Controversial Offseason Moves

The Western Conference in the NBA is not for the weak. The Oklahoma City Thunder won their first title with a dominant regular season, backed by the league's MVP in Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and a cast of star role players, and the offseason was all geared towards dethroning them.

NBA News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 21

Recent Pelicans Forward Gets New Opportunity With Dallas Mavericks

The Pelicans have retooled their roster this past offseason, bringing in championship-level contributors, like Jordan Poole (acquired from the Wizards), and Kevon Looney (signed from the Warriors).

Jordan Poole News / NBA Analysis Network / September 20

New Orleans Pelicans’ biggest changes for 2025-26 NBA season, including trading for Jordan Poole

Following yet another disappointing run, the New Orleans Pelicans blew up their core. It began with sending Brandon Ingram to the Toronto Raptors as the New Orleans Pelicans finally moved on from the star.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 20

1 Pelicans player in danger of losing starting job in 2025-26 training camp

When the 2025-26 season officially opens later next month, the New Orleans Pelicans are a team looking to turn things around and compete in the Western Conference.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 20

3 Best Trade Assets For The Pelicans Entering Next Season

The New Orleans Pelicans enter the 2025-26 season in a bleaker situation than most teams in the NBA, as a 21-61 campaign last year was followed by a draft

Zion Williamson News / Fadeaway World / September 19

Pelicans Coach Predicts Breakout Year for Zion Williamson

Zion Williamson has shown flashes of dominance throughout his career, but Pelicans head coach Willie Green believes the best is still to come. Speaking with WDSU News, Green said the franchise is unified in its vision for the 24-year-old forward and stressed that consistency is the key to unlocking his full potential.

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New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 18

Could The Pelicans' Move For Warriors Champion Backfire?

The New Orleans Pelicans will still return key members of their team in Zion Williamson, Dejounte Murray, Trey Murphy III, and Herb Jones, for the 2025-26 season, but there will be some new faces to the roster as they look to put their 21-61 season in the past and get back to the postseason.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 18

Pelicans Coach Willie Green Makes Feelings Clear on Zion Williamson

The New Orleans Pelicans are in quite an interesting position as we head into the 2025-26 season. CJ McCollum is gone in a trade, Brandon Ingram was traded at the trade deadline in February, and Jordan Poole and a group of young assets are now in the rotation.

Dejounte Murray News / Fadeaway World / September 18

Dejounte Murray Sent $600 To A Random Fan To Start His Lawn Mowing Business

Dejounte Murray may be known for his on-court toughness, but a recent viral story shows a softer, generous side of the New Orleans Pelicans guard. A young man took a shot in the dark by sending Murray a direct message on Instagram, asking if he needed his lawn cut.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Athlon Sports / September 17

3 Trade Options the New Orleans Pelicans Could Pursue During 2025-26 NBA Season

Last season was a rough one for the New Orlean Pelicans as they finished with a 21-61 record, the second-worst in the Western Conference. Of course, most of the Pelicans’ struggles last season came due to injuries as almost every player on their roster missed significant amounts of time due to injuries.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / September 17

Pelicans make pair of roster moves

The Pelicans have signed and waived a pair of undrafted rookies this week, shuffling the back end of their offseason roster. New Orleans added forward/center Johnny O’Neil on an Exhibit 10 contract, then immediately waived him, per Keith Smith of Spotrac.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Athlon Sports / September 8

3 New Orleans Pelicans Players Who Could Be Dealt in the 2025-26 Season

The New Orleans Pelicans had a rough season last year as they finished with a 21-61 record, which was the second-worst in the Western Conference. Of course, most of New Orleans’ struggles came due to almost every player on their roster missing time due to injuries and they will look to bounce back this season.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Total Apex Sports / September 7