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On YouTubeNew Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / October 28
Pelicans Coach Willie Green 'Disappointed' After Blowout Loss to Celtics
The New Orleans Pelicans were down superstar forward Zion Williamson against the visiting Boston Celtics on Monday, and it couldn’t have been more apparent
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 27
Pelicans’ Willie Green making same ‘consistent’ demands as Zion Williamson injuries pile up
Just one game into the 2025-26 season, Willie Green found himself addressing a painfully familiar narrative with resigned acceptance. The embattled New Orleans Pelicans coach, standing before reporters after Zion Williamson’s squad was taunted by Ja Morant’s Memphis Grizzlies, delivered the same message repeated throughout his tenure.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / October 21
Willie Green's Latest Injury Update On Derik Queen Should Excite Pelicans Fans
The NBA season is finally here, as the regular season begins on Tuesday with a double-header on NBC with the Rockets-Thunder in the first leg and Warriors-Lakers to round out the night.
The 'Last 50-point game by NBA team' quiz
How many of the last players to reach the half-century mark in points for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars
The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.
Willie Green News / Hardwood Heroics / October 21
'There’s No Restriction on Him' – New Orleans Pelicans Star Gets Ultimate Green Light From Head Coach
New Orleans Pelicans head coach Willie Green plans to unleash Zion Williamson this season after the former Duke forward underwent a drastic body transformation this summer.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA Analysis Network / October 6
What Jeremiah Fears is doing already for the New Orleans Pelicans is ‘extremely difficult’, says Willie Green
NBA fans will soon see New Orleans Pelicans rookie Jeremiah Fears in action during the preseason. The New Orleans Pelicans may have found their next big star with their seventh overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, Jeremiah Fears.
New Orleans Pelicans News / The SportsRush / September 27
Pelicans HC Willie Green Reveals How Zion Williamson Flipped the Script on His Fitness Struggles
When Zion Williamson is at his best on the court, he’s one of the NBA’s most dominant players. The problem, however, lies in the fact that in the six years since he joined the league, he’s played just 215 games, which is a shame for someone of his caliber, and a number he’d like to elevate significantly in 25/26.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 17
Willie Green's Dismissal Could Lead Pelicans To Seek Internal Replacement
The New Orleans Pelicans surely don't have a talent problem on their roster, with an All-NBA player in Zion Williamson, a former All-Star in Dejounte Murray, and a pair of promising young wings in Trey Murphy III and Herb Jones.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 8
How Can Willie Green Avoid The Hot Seat Heading Into The 2025-26 Season?
The New Orleans Pelicans head into the 2025-26 season with the 12th-highest payroll in the NBA, which is higher than teams like the Los Angeles Clippers, Houston Rockets, and Orlando Magic.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 1
Willie Green Gets Honest on Developing New NBA First-Round Picks
The New Orleans Pelicans have made some noise throughout the 2025 NBA offseason, and while it has not all been positive noise, they are trending in the right direction by making changes.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / August 30
Willie Green's Sincere Statement on Trey Murphy Amid Warriors Trade Reports
In the wake of a disastrous 2024-2025 season for the New Orleans Pelicans, many questions surround the roster's composition and whether it can compete in another year of a loaded Western Conference.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / August 22
Willie Green Gets Honest on Controversial Trade for Ex-Warriors Champion
At first pass, the New Orleans Pelicans' decision to add a second ball-centric guard to their top-10 lottery selection was puzzling. The Pelicans were expected to look at a point guard to help boost their offensive production, but before the selection was made, they agreed to send 12-year veteran C.J.
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.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / June 26
Draymond Green Reacts to Jordan Poole, Pelicans Trade
The New Orleans Pelicans and Washington Wizards made an unexpected trade on Tuesday. The Pelicans sent CJ McCollum, Kelly Olynyk, and a future second-round pick to the Wizards in exchange for Jordan Poole, Saddiq Bey, and the 40th overall pick in the 2025 draft.
New Orleans Pelicans News / The Lead / June 19
Can Willie Green Fix the Pelicans’ Biggest Problem?
The New Orleans Pelicans can’t execute in the clutch, and it has been holding them back for years. The NBA defines clutch time as “the final five minutes of the fourth quarter or overtime when the score is within five points.” New Orleans continues to fall in these moments, and there are several reasons why.
NBA News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / April 26
New Phoenix Suns Head Coach Could Reportedly Come From Western Conference
With Joe Dumars now in charge of the New Orleans Pelicans' basketball operations, Willie Green is likely in the clear for next season. His coaching staff may look different, however.
The Struggling Pelicans Need a New Head Coach
Pelicans head coach Willie Green is under significant pressure as uncertainty surrounds his future in New Orleans. The Pelicans just parted ways with David Griffin and are replacing him with Louisiana native Joe Dumars.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Wire / April 16
New Pelicans VP Of Basketball Operations Joe Dumars To Meet With Willie Green, GM
Hall of Famer Joe Dumars has been named executive vice president of basketball operations for the New Orleans Pelicans, and he will now meet with coach Willie Green and general manager Bryson Graham to plot the team’s future, per NBA insider Shams Charania of ESPN.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Wire / April 16
Pelicans Officially Hire Joe Dumars As Head Of Basketball Operations
The New Orleans Pelicans have hired Hall of Famer Joe Dumars as their new executive vice president of basketball operations, the team announced in a press release.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Rumors / April 14
Willie Green: No Discussions Yet On Future With Pelicans
Head coach Willie Green talked about his uncertain future after the Pelicans closed out the season by losing to Oklahoma City Sunday afternoon, writes Brett Martel of The Associated Press.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 1
Pelicans’ Willie Green finds silver linings as losing streak hits 10
Despite recent struggles, New Orleans Pelicans head coach Willie Green remains committed to looking on the bright side. Following the Pelicans’ 116-113 loss against the Los Angeles Clippers on Monday night, Green discussed things the team did well and can build on despite their losing streak reaching 10 games.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Athlon Sports / December 22
What Willie Green Said After Pelicans' Loss to Knicks
The New Orleans Pelicans keep on losing. Make that 21 defeats in 23 games for the club after their recent loss to the New York Knicks. Just how bad were things?
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 23, 2024
Five NBA coaches on the hottest seats to start 2024-25
With star players in control and fans eager to see their teams make the playoffs, owners often pin the blame on the head coach for a disappointing season in the NBA. Here are the five coaches most feeling the heat as a new season kicks off.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 4, 2024
Pelicans coach rips Magic player for diving into Zion Williamson's legs
Even a day later, Willie Green is still stewing about a questionable play against Zion Williamson.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 17, 2024
Willie Green’s humble reaction to Pelicans’ surge
The New Orleans Pelicans have made regular-season progress every year that Willie Green has been in charge. The coaching staff has seen some turnover, but Green’s consistent message and steady resolve have been credited for leading the locker room through some very challenging situations.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 10, 2022
Watch: Zion Williamson's last-second wind-mill dunk leads to postgame confrontation with Suns
New Orleans Pelicans' star Zion Williamson caused a little brouhaha with the Phoenix Suns on Friday night after unleashing an emphatic celebratory windmill dunk in the game's waning seconds.
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