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On YouTubeNew Orleans Pelicans News / Scoop B / January 28
From Cameroon to the Trade Block: Why Yves Missi is the NBA’s Most Compelling Bargaining Chip
As a young player navigating the early stages of his NBA career, Yves Missi is doing more than just studying film; he’s drawing from a lineage of international success.
NBA News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / January 28
Making the case for the Pacers to trade for Yves Missi
Multiple reports have linked the Indiana Pacers to New Orleans Pelicans center Yves Missi, and as the old adage suggests, where there’s smoke, there’s fire.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 26
Knicks linked to Jeremy Sochan, Jose Alvarado, Yves Missi ahead of deadline
The Knicks are canvassing the market for bench upgrades ahead of the trade deadline, with Spurs forward Jeremy Sochan, and Pelicans point guard Jose Alvarado and center Yves Missi emerging as names of interest, per Brett Siegel of Clutch Points.
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How many of the active NBA players with at least 10 40-point games in their career can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / January 26
Knicks Reportedly Targeting Sochan, Alvarado, Missi
The Knicks are targeting Jeremy Sochan, Jose Alvarado, and Yves Missi as they look to upgrade their bench prior to the trade deadline, Brett Siegel of Clutch Points reports.
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.
Yves Missi News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 25
Pelicans rumors: Yves Missi feels ‘disrespected’ as trade talks heat up
As the NBA trade deadline approaches, the New Orleans Pelicans are a team that has come up in plenty of rumors. While teams reportedly continue to try and pry away Herb Jones and/or Trey Murphy III, one Pelicans player who could be on the move via trade is second-year big man Yves Missi, as per ClutchPoints’ NBA insider Brett Siegel.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 25
Pelicans’ Yves Missi blows by Victor Wembanyama for thunderous slam vs. Spurs
Yves Missi pulled off an impressive highlight against Victor Wembanyama during the New Orleans Pelicans’ matchup against the San Antonio Spurs on Sunday night.
Indiana Pacers News / Indianapolis Pacers on SI / January 25
Fans are begging the Indiana Pacers not to make this deal
Recent reporting from Jake Fischer indicated that the Indiana Pacers have expressed interest in acquiring New Orleans Pelicans center Yves Missi. This
NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 24
Is Yves Missi a trade deadline option for the Lakers? 
Initially, the signing of Deandre Ayton looked to have potentially filled the hole at center for the future. However, as the season has progressed, Ayton has looked less and less like the perfect solution, opening up the search for the long-term answer at the position.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / January 24
Pelicans' Rejection of Trade Offers for Herb Jones Is an Understandable Mistake
Herb Jones, who missed 15 of the New Orleans Pelicans' last 16 games, returned to action on Friday. After being sidelined with an ankle sprain since January 6, Jones got the start against the Memphis Grizzlies and played 24 minutes.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / January 22
Pelicans Are Reportedly Pursuing Pacers Starter in Exchange for Yves Missi
As the February 5 trade deadline rapidly approaches, the New Orleans Pelicans face mounting pressure to make bold moves and address their league-worst record.
NBA News / Last Word On Sports / January 22
Should The Washington Wizards Trade For Pelicans Sophomore?
The Washington Wizards trade rumors are currently centered in New Orleans. Wizards insider Josh Robbins reported that Washington could be a “long-shot” landing spot for two-time All-Star Zion Williamson.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 22
What Brett Siegel is hearing about Bulls’ Zion Williamson, Yves Missi trade interest
The New Orleans Pelicans currently have the worst record in the NBA, and without their first-round pick, it’s hard for them to try to sell before the trade deadline.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 22
Why Pelicans must consider Yves Missi, Derik Queen starting lineup change
A dispiriting loss to a shorthanded Detroit Pistons squad has forced a stark reckoning for the New Orleans Pelicans. The current starting lineup continues to dig early holes that prove too deep for Zion Williamson to escape, and James Borrego knows change is overdue.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / January 22
Pacers, Pelicans Have Discussed Mathurin, Missi
The Pacers and Pelicans have explored various trade scenarios that would send fourth-year guard Bennedict Mathurin to New Orleans and second-year center Yves Missi to Indiana, reports Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (Substack link).
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 21
Bulls’ trade talks with Pelicans on Zion Williamson, Yves Missi get update
The NBA Trade Deadline is approaching rapidly on Feb. 5. As a result, talks appear to be intensifying between the Chicago Bulls and New Orleans Pelicans, specifically, about the future of Zion Williamson.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / January 20
Pelicans' Reported Interest in Trading Yves Missi Makes Little Sense
The New Orleans Pelicans are willing to stand pat at the trade deadline, much to the frustration of the fanbase. This means that Zion Williamson, Herb Jones, and Trey Murphy will stay in New Orleans past the February 5 trade deadline.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / January 15
Pelicans' Jordan Hawkins & Yves Missi May Be Headed Towards Exit After Latest Report
Much to the frustration of its fanbase, the New Orleans Pelicans are reportedly mostly standing pat at the February 5 trade deadline. All signs point to Zion Williamson, Herb Jones, and Trey Murphy staying in New Orleans until at least the end of the season, despite the Pelicans having the worst record in the West.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / January 6
Pelicans' Yves Missi Reportedly Drawing Trade Interest
The New Orleans Pelicans continue to be one of the most talked-about teams ahead of the looming trade deadline. How aggressively the 8-29 Pelicans will sell and who they will make available will determine the trade market.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA Draft on SI / September 10
Unique Stat Depicts 2025 First-Round Pick Yves Missi's Rare Athleticism
Yves Missi was an intriguing prospect coming into the 2025 NBA Draft. The Baylor product was an extremely raw player, but boasted stellar size and athleticim that could turn him into a star, or at least a solid rotation piece, at the next level.
New Orleans Pelicans News / The Lead / March 22
Yves Missi Making Massive Impact for Pathetic Pelicans
From the soccer fields of Cameroon to the NBA hardwood, Yves Missi of the New Orleans Pelicans has defied the odds to become a rising star in the NBA. Once an overlooked prospect, Missi is having a strong rookie campaign and has emerged as one of the few bright spots in the Pels’ disappointing, injury-filled season.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Athlon Sports / January 9, 2025
New Player Sits Atop Updated NBA Rookie Ladder, Where Does Pelicans' Yves Missi Rank?
The NBA released their update Rookie Ladder on Wednesday, and there is a new player at the top of the list. In this week’s version of the Rookie Ladder, Washington Wizards’ star rookie, Alexandre Sarr, took over the top spot from Yves Missi of the New Orleans Pelicans.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA Draft on SI / November 27, 2024
Rookie Yves Missi Has Best Game Yet For Injury-Riddled Pelicans
The New Orleans Pelicans came into this season with high expectations after a healthy offseason and the addition of All-Star guard Dejounte Murray to fill a hole at the point guard position.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Yardbarker / October 24, 2024
Yves Missi's debut a silver lining for Pelicans in dispiriting opening win
While Dejounte Murray's hand fracture was an awful way for the Pelicans to begin the season, rookie center Yves Missi's production was a silver lining.
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 12, 2024
Five NBA rookies poised to make instant impacts
Even in a supposedly weak NBA Draft class, surprise instant contributors will emerge and by the end of the season. Here are prime candidates who can become quality NBA players almost immediately.
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