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Jordan Poole Isn't The Only Pelican Who May Have Played His Final Game in New Orleans

When the New Orleans Pelicans signed veteran center Kevon Looney to a two-year deal in the offseason, the vision was clear: to place a veteran, defensive-minded big man next to Zion Williamson in the lineup who can have a positive effect on and off the court.

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Dejounte Murray boosting Pelicans, who face Mavericks on uptick

New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray is making up for lost time. After spending 13 months sidelined with a torn Achilles tendon, Murray has ramped up the pace in eight games since returning, a positive sign going into Monday's home contest against the Dallas Mavericks.

Derik Queen News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / March 15

Pelicans Can't Ignore Derik Queen in the Final Stretch of the Season

The New Orleans Pelicans have been surging in recent weeks, going 9-6 in their last 15 games. A large part of this improvement has come on the backs of the veterans.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / March 14

Raptors did the right thing in response to Grayson Allen’s dirty move

It appears that the Toronto Raptors have learned their lesson.

Draymond Green backs Dejounte Murray after viral Jamal Shead moment

Raptors rally to knock off Suns

Can The Toronto Raptors Avoid The Play-In Tournament?

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The 'Active 30-point triple-doubles' quiz

How many of the 44 active NBA players to record a triple-double with 30 points at least once in their career can you name in six minutes?

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New Orleans Pelicans News / Larry Brown Sports / March 14

Zion Williamson hit a massive milestone during Friday’s game

Zion Williamson has been known more for his injury problems than for his on-court exploits, but he managed to hit a pretty important milestone on Friday.

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / March 14

Pelicans May End Up Regretting Their Trade Deadline Decision on Herb Jones

The New Orleans Pelicans made the questionable decision to stand pat at the trade deadline, much to the frustration of their fans. Since then, they have been playing much better, going 9-6 after the deadline.

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 14

Draymond Green backs Dejounte Murray after viral Jamal Shead moment

Green was not one of the critics.

Warriors' Al Horford exits Friday's game with right calf tightness

Why criticism of Bam Adebayo's 83-point performance is unwarranted

Lakers hoping offense wins championships

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Zion Williamson News / Hoops Wire / March 14

Pelicans’ Zion Williamson Reaches Contract Incentive, Boosts Salary

New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson has hit another milestone in his contract. By appearing in his 51st game of the season, Williamson increased the guaranteed portion of his salary for next year from $16.9 million to $25.3 million, ESPN’s Bobby Marks noted.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Larry Brown Sports / March 13

Zion Williamson commits comedic blunder in final seconds

New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson submitted a rock-solid Shaqtin’ a fool entry to close out Friday’s game against the Houston Rockets. The Pelicans had possession and trailed 105-104 with less than 10 seconds left at Toyota Center in Houston, Texas.

James Borrego News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / March 13

James Borrego Likely Secured Pelicans Job for Next Season With Recent Surge

Uncertainty surrounds the New Orleans Pelicans as this season comes to a close. New Orleans likely finishes below 30 wins for the second straight season and has some serious question marks about roster construction heading into next year.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / March 13

Pelicans Finally Found Their Ideal Starting Lineup

The New Orleans Pelicans' 22-45 record highlights the porous play and frustration most fans have seen this season. However, the last ten games paint a slightly different picture than most of the year.

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20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

Zion Williamson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 13

Unsung hero saving Pelicans when Zion Williamson goes cold

There are many hierarchies in the NBA. Fans can argue about how players can flaunt contracts, marketing deals, and draft status forever. The only real ranking system that matters in a locker room is the talent component when all the chips are down.

Dejounte Murray News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 12

How Pelicans’ Dejounte Murray is creating foundation for future success

After almost two full years of patience, the New Orleans Pelicans are finally getting an extended look at the version of Dejounte Murray that they thought former EVP David Griffin was acquiring.