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Dejounte Murray already dunking 6 months after surgery

The 2024-25 season was mired by injuries for the New Orleans Pelicans. Several key players missed time due to injuries, and the team opted to move in a different direction following the in-season trade of Brandon Ingram, and offseason trade of CJ McCollum, two of the longest tenured players on the roster.

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Pelicans promoting Joe Barrer to coach of G League affiliate

The New Orleans Pelicans are promoting Joe Barrer to head coach of their G League affiliate, the Birmingham Squadron, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Rumors / August 20

Joe Barrer to coach Pelicans' G League team

The Pelicans are naming Joe Barrer the head coach of their G League affiliate, the Birmingham Squadron, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link).

Yves Missi News / NBA Analysis Network / August 20

Yves Missi drops impressive performance for Cameroon that will excite New Orleans Pelicans fans

Yves Missi just put on an incredible performance with the Cameroonian national team, which could be a sign for his next season with the New Orleans Pelicans.

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NBA News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / August 18

Ex-Warriors, Pelicans Guard Agrees To Deal With Orlando Magic

The New Orleans Pelicans were gifted a generational talent in the 2012 NBA Draft, when they jumped up to the first overall pick with 13.7% odds to select Anthony Davis from Kentucky.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Total Apex Sports / August 18

New Orleans Pelicans Sign Veteran Role Player

The New Orleans Pelicans have made another move this offseason. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, the team has signed 6-foot-9 Forward Jalen McDaniels to a contract.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Last Word On Sports / August 18

New Orleans Pelicans Add Depth With a G-League Standout

The New Orleans Pelicans have had a busy offseason. They traded for Jordan Poole and Saddiq Bey, signed Kevon Looney as a free agent, and traded to get Derik Queen in the draft.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / August 18

NBA Team Makes New Signing One Month Before Training Camp

The 2025-26 NBA season is fast-approaching as teams finalize their rosters ahead of training camp. With camp expected to start in late September, teams have about a month to finalize the squads they'll build out for preseason before finalizing their 15-man group for the season.

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

Six-Year NBA Veteran Signs Deal With New Orleans Pelicans

The New Orleans Pelicans have had a much more eventful offseason than many expected. However, some of their choices have had fans and the media questioning the front office.

Jalen McDaniels News / Hoops Rumors / August 18

Pelicans to sign Jalen McDaniels

Jalen McDaniels has agreed to a contract with the Pelicans, sources tell Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link). The 27-year-old small forward saw limited time in four games last season after signing a 10-day deal with the Wizards in February.

Jeremiah Fears News / The SportsRush / August 13

Pelicans’ Jeremiah Fears Reveals Where He Spent the First of His $7.5M Rookie Paycheck

The most important moment for aspiring NBA players is hearing their name called on draft night. When that happens, it may still take some time for it to sink in that they are actually in the NBA, but reality quickly hits when that first paycheck hits the bank account.

New Orleans Pelicans News / The SportsRush / August 13

Pelicans Rookie’s Mom 'Threw a Fit' After Finding Out Son Was Bypassing Senior Year of High School

Senior year of high school is a landmark time in a young man’s life. Prom and graduation are just two of the core memories that most seniors get to experience, but for high-level athletes, senior year is becoming more of an optional thing.

NBA News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / August 13

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 / 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.

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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.

Carmelo Anthony, Dwight Howard announce NBA Hall of Fame presenters

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Coach removes himself from consideration for job with Knicks

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.

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.

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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.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA Draft on SI / August 2