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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.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 3

How Pelicans plan to ‘keep fighting, keep believing’ during Mardi Gras 2026 run

Going into 2026, the busted-up New Orleans Pelicans find themselves in a familiar, albeit uncomfortable, position. However, though sitting at the bottom of the Western Conference standings, there is no scent of surrender in the Smoothie King Center.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 2

James Borrego’s Pelicans appreciate Derik Queen’s ‘courage’ amid 2026 pressure

A reshaped roster, an early-season coaching change, and a fan base impatient for tangible progress have created an unforgiving environment, particularly for a rookie still learning the ropes.

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New Orleans Pelicans News / Hardwood Heroics / January 2

'You Could Put Him in a Category With the Top 10 Guards' – New Orleans Pelicans Rookie Draws Bold Tony Parker Comparisons From Head Coach

New Orleans Pelicans interim head coach James Borrego sees huge potential in Jeremiah Fears. During the team’s pregame interview ahead of the Chicago Bulls game, Borrego likened Fears to Tony Parker, whom he spent time with during his days as an assistant for the San Antonio Spurs.

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The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers

Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / January 1

Pelicans Have an Obvious James Borrego Decision Despite the Losing Streak

The New Orleans Pelicans lost five straight games and dropped to 8-27 for the season. They are stuck at the bottom of the Western Conference and are in the midst of a lost season.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / December 30

Pelicans' Repeated Clutch Struggles Have Led to Disastrous Season

Old habits are hard to break for the New Orleans Pelicans. On Monday night, the team faltered down the stretch once again in their 130-125 loss to the New York Knicks, marking the third straight “clutch” game the team lost.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 29

Pelicans news: What James Borrego has as top 2026 ‘focal point’

For all the defensive progress Zion Williamson’s New Orleans Pelicans believe they are making heading toward 2026, one issue continues to undermine their climb.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Yardbarker / December 22

Pelicans' James Borrego no longer needs interim tag as win streak continues

James Borrego is an interim coach in name only.

Zion Williamson's impressive play off bench leads Pelicans to win

Jaylen Brown nets 31, Celtics take advantage of ice-cold Pacers

Cavaliers share scoring duties in victory over Hornets

Nuggets match team mark with 24 threes, crush Jazz

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NBA News / Field Level Media / December 21

Suddenly solid Pelicans try to take down Mavericks

Escaping from the Western Conference basement, the New Orleans Pelicans look to extend their winning streak to five games on Monday when they host the Dallas Mavericks.

NBA News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / December 14

James Borrego's Brave Derik Queen Decision Pays Off vs. Bulls

The New Orleans won their fifth game of the season on Sunday night, sweeping their season series against the Chicago Bulls. With Zion Williamson back after a six-game absence due to adductor strain and Jordan Poole playing in his second straight game, the Pelicans were healthier than they have been since the start of the season.

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

It's Time to Make James Borrego the Permanent Pelicans Head Coach

Only looking at the New Orleans Pelicans' record under him, it may be difficult to argue that James Borrego has been doing a good job as the interim head coach.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / December 4

James Borrego Is Finally Leaving His Imprint on the Pelicans Offense

It has been ten games since James Borrego took over as the interim head coach for the New Orleans Pelicans. Wins have been hard to come by as the Pelicans have gone 1-9 in this stretch to fall to 3-19 for the season.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Scoop B / December 4

New Orleans Pelicans’ Head Coaching Search: Sorting Fact from Fiction

The New Orleans Pelicans organization is navigating a crucial period following the firing of head coach Willie Greenafter a disappointing start to the 2025-2026 NBA season.

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NBA News / Field Level Media / November 18

Pelicans interim coach James Borrego seeks 'players' spirit' vs. Nuggets

Two games into James Borrego's head-coaching stint for New Orleans, the Pelicans are still struggling. The team might continue down that path when it hosts the Denver Nuggets on Wednesday night.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Wire / November 15

James Borrego named Pelicans coach after Willie Green fired

The Pelicans finally made the move everyone around the league figured was coming. Willie Green is out. NBA insider Chris Haynes was first to report the firing, and Marc J.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Larry Brown Sports / October 31

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New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Rumors / July 9

James Borrego to remain Pelicans' top assistant

Pelicans associate head coach James Borrego will remain in his current position on Willie Green‘s staff, Ian Begley of SNY TV tweets. One of the finalists for the head coaching job in New York, Borrego was rumored to be a prime target for the Knicks as they seek an associate head coach under new head coach Mike Brown.

New York Knicks News / Larry Brown Sports / June 27

Knicks have interview lined up for head-coaching job

The New York Knicks are set to interview another experienced candidate.

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New York Knicks News / Yardbarker / June 24

Shock candidate emerges for Knicks head-coaching job

The New York Knicks' search for Tom Thibodeau's replacement is well underway. After a calamitous stretch that saw the Knicks get rejected in their requests to speak with multiple under-contract coaches, the front office appears to be back on track.

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New York Knicks News / Hoops Wire / June 23

Report: Knicks Could Interview James Borrego

According to NBA insider James L. Edwards III of The Athletic, the New York Knicks could interview James Borrego. Borrego is a CAA client. He spent the

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / May 5

Ex-Hornets head coach James Borrego named a candidate for NBA job opening

James Borrego, the former head coach of the Charlotte Hornets, is knocking on the door of getting a second chance as the lead man in the NBA. According

Phoenix Suns News / Hoops Wire / May 5

James Borrego, Dave Joerger Linked To Suns’ Coaching Vacancy

The Phoenix Suns may not be going quite as green as many expected in their search to replace head coach Mike Budenholzer. While the franchise has been

Detroit Pistons News / Hoops Rumors / June 28, 2024

Pelicans assistant reportedly pulls out of Pistons' coaching search

He was immediately identified as a candidate for Detroit following the dismissal of Monty Williams last week.

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Detroit Pistons News / Larry Brown Sports / June 19, 2024

Report names one top candidate for Pistons head-coaching job

The Detroit Pistons are once again searching for a new head coach, and they are expected to target a candidate who has already interviewed with multiple teams.

Monty Williams linked to one prominent head-coaching job after Pistons exit

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NBA News / Yardbarker / June 11, 2024