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Pelicans' Offseason Jordan Poole Blunder Continues to Cost Them

There are plenty of issues ailing the New Orleans Pelicans, who have the worst record in the NBA at 10-35. After a brief period of improvement under interim head coach James Borrego, the Pelicans are back to struggling immensely on both ends of the floor.

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Why James Borrego’s Pelicans are in All-Rookie bind with Derik Queen, Jeremiah Fears

Zion Williamson’s injury-plagued New Orleans Pelicans are staggering through the season, firmly entrenched at the bottom of the Western Conference. James Borrego, elevated from assistant on November 15 after Willie Green’s firing amid a 2-10 start, has gone 8-25, hardly a righting of the ship record-wise.

Jeremiah Fears News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / January 19

Pelicans Aren't Doing Jeremiah Fears Any Favors With Questionable Approach

The New Orleans Pelicans have a massive weakness at point guard. Dejounte Murray has yet to make his season debut, Jordan Poole has been a disaster since joining the team, and Jose Alvarado has already missed ten games and is currently out with an oblique strain.

Trey Murphy News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / January 19

Trey Murphy Is the Pelicans' Best Player. It's Time They Act Like It

The New Orleans Pelicans are in the midst of a disastrous season, which will almost certainly end at the bottom of the Western Conference. Until the end of the campaign, the Pelicans' season will be less about the record and more about the future of the franchise.

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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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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.

Bennedict Mathurin News / Last Word On Sports / January 18

Bennedict Mathurin Would Be Culture-Setter For Pelicans If Traded

The New Orleans Pelicans are way too talented to be sitting at the bottom of the Western Conference standings. Yet, at 10-34, that’s exactly where they are.

NBA News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / January 17

Pelicans Have Better Buy-Low Star Trade Options Than Ja Morant

On Friday, the New Orleans Pelicans emerged as a potential suitor for the Memphis Grizzlies' disgruntled star Ja Morant. The polarizing point guard is officially on the trade market after wearing out his welcome in Memphis.

Derik Queen News / Bleacher Report / January 16

Watch: Queen didn’t jump after all that

Ja Morant News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / January 16

All You Need to Know About Pelicans-Ja Morant Trade Rumors

On Friday, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype reported that the New Orleans Pelicans are showing interest in Ja Morant of the Memphis Grizzlies. The dynamic but polarizing point guard is reportedly available on the trade market after wearing out his welcome in Memphis.

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

Trey Murphy III Has Taken a Step Towards Stardom

The New Orleans Pelicans have long searched for a homegrown star to anchor their core. This year, it seems that the search has officially ended. Forward Trey Murphy III hasn't just taken a leap; he has undergone a complete evolution, transforming from a high-level role player into a dynamic basketball force.

Zion Williamson News / Athlon Sports / January 15

Zion Williamson Fantasy Risk vs Reward Breakdown

Benjamin Franklin’s two certainties in life were death and taxes. Fantasy basketball’s singular certainty could be that Zion Williamson will give fantasy owners fits.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Wire / January 15

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 / Total Pro Sports / January 15

Trey Murphy III Keeps it Real on All-Star Chances Amid Pelicans Struggles

The NBA All-Star talk often follows big numbers, but team results still shape the conversation. For Trey Murphy III, strong play has come during a difficult season.

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The Great Equalizer: Wellball Brings NBA Legends and Bronx Youth Together at DREAM Academy

New York, NY — In the heart of the Bronx, where the pavement tells stories of basketball legends and the air is thick with the spirit of competition, a new sound echoed through the rafters of the DREAM Academy gymnasium.

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