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Pelicans still saying no on Trey Murphy III and Herb Jones, listening on others

The Pelicans keep saying no on the players teams actually want, and yes, quietly, on the ones they might move. According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, New Orleans has consistently turned away trade interest in Trey Murphy III and Herbert Jones.

Trey Murphy News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 15

How Pelicans’ Trey Murphy III really feels about NBA All-Star disrespect

The NBA’s All-Star process has never been kind to teams buried at the bottom of the standings, and Trey Murphy III understands that reality as well as anyone.

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The 'Most 30-point, 10-assist NBA games' quiz

How many of the players with at least 20 30-point, 10-assist games in NBA history can you name in five minutes?

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New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / January 15

Pelicans' Jordan Hawkins & Yves Missi May Be Headed Towards Exit After Latest Report

Much to the frustration of its fanbase, the New Orleans Pelicans are reportedly mostly standing pat at the February 5 trade deadline. All signs point to Zion Williamson, Herb Jones, and Trey Murphy staying in New Orleans until at least the end of the season, despite the Pelicans having the worst record in the West.

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The biggest 'what if' moment for every NBA franchise

It's hard for everything to go right in the NBA, whether that's due to managerial decisions, bad luck with injuries, or other factors. In league history, there are some moments that stand out, moments that could have gone in a completely different direction and drastically changed the league.

NBA News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / January 15

Tyrese Haliburton Opens Up About Dejounte Murray's Support During Injury Rehab

After having suffered a devastating Achilles rupture 31 games into his Pelicans career, Dejounte Murray has yet to make a big impact on New Orleans basketball.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 15

Ranking 5 best Herb Jones trade destinations if Pelicans change tune before 2026 deadline

The New Orleans Pelicans may be among the worst teams in the association, but their front office is not about to give up anyone for cheap. In fact, they are demanding a king’s ransom for their core players, including, but not limited to, Herb Jones.

Trey Murphy News / Field Level Media / January 14

Trey Murphy III scores 34 points as Pelicans rally past Nets

Trey Murphy III had a game-high 34 points and Saddiq Bey made a pair of big plays in the final minute to lift the New Orleans Pelicans past the visiting Brooklyn Nets 116-113 Wednesday night.

Zion Williamson News / Bleacher Report / January 14

Watch: Zion coast-to-coast for the jam

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 14

Why Pelicans are declining all Trey Murphy III, Derik Queen calls before NBA Trade Deadline

With the NBA trade deadline looming and the out-of-sorts New Orleans Pelicans sitting in last place in the Western Conference, the typical script would call for a franchise-altering shakeup.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 14

Pelicans’ Zion Williamson destroys Nic Claxton with disrespectful dunk

It is not preposterous to imagine New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson having a list of people he wants to dunk on posted on his bedroom wall, reviewing it intently before every game.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 14

How Pelicans are ‘moving chess pieces around’ as NBA Trade Deadline looms

Last place has a way of stripping away illusions before the NBA Trade Deadline, and for the voodoo-hexed New Orleans Pelicans, the core questions are glaring.

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NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 14

Why Pelicans are comparing one Derik Queen trait to Nikola Jokic

The comparisons come with an obvious caveat. Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic is a two-time NBA MVP, a championship centerpiece, and one of the most distinctive offensive engines the league has ever seen.

Dejounte Murray News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / January 14

Dejounte Murray Could Be the Answer for the Pelicans' Late-Game Woes

Tuesday night’s 122-116 defeat to the Denver Nuggets marked yet another clutch game loss for the New Orleans Pelicans. The team is now a woeful 5-16 in games within five points with five minutes or less to go.

Zion Williamson News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / January 14

Pelicans' Need to Trade Zion Williamson Is Becoming Clearer With Each Loss

The New Orleans Pelicans officially have the worst record in the NBA after losing two straight to fall to 9-33 for the season. Even though the team has shown improvement under James Borrego, especially on the offensive end, this hasn't produced too many wins.

NBA News / Scoop B / January 14