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New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Rumors / September 16
Minor Transactions: Pelicans, Cavaliers, Warriors
The Pelicans signed and then subsequently waived former Santa Clara big man Johnny O’Neil, tweets Keith Smith of Spotrac. It’s a familiar series of transactions
Bryce McGowens News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 16
Why Pelicans' Preseason Is Quietly Huge for Bryce McGowens
Preseason games are roughly three weeks away for the New Orleans Pelicans, and this time usually means different things for two distinct camps. Core starters like Zion Williamson and Trey Murphy III use the preseason to build conditioning, get the timing down, and shake off offseason rust.
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 16
Warriors must avoid repeating Jordan Poole mistake with Brandin Podziemski
Everyone knows that the Golden State Warriors are slowly fading away from relevance in the competitive scene.
The 'Most points in a game by NBA team' quiz
How many of the players to score the most points in one game for each NBA team in the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?
Michael Porter Jr. News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 15
Michael Porter Jr. Trade Is Not Worth the Cost for Pelicans
There has been plenty of buzz suggesting the New Orleans Pelicans pursue Michael Porter Jr. Porter would give the Pelicans another proven scorer. However, that doesn't necessarily make him the right player for this team.
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
Dejounte Murray News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 15
Dejounte Murray on New Balance partnership, return from injury, Russell Westbrook, and more
BOSTON — After missing 13 months of action due to a torn right Achilles tendon, New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray made his return during the 2025-26 NBA regular season.
Dejounte Murray News / Fadeaway World / September 15
Dejounte Murray Calls Russell Westbrook The Greatest Point Guard Of All Time
Following Russell Westbrook’s retirement from basketball, several NBA stars gave him his flowers for an illustrious career that saw him win an MVP award and set the league record for most triple-doubles, among other iconic achievements.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Larry Brown Sports / September 14
Russell Westbrook earns GOAT point guard claim from NBA star
Russell Westbrook’s 18-year NBA career ended when he announced his retirement in the 2026 offseason. Yet, his accolades are impressive, and New Orleans Pelicans star Dejounte Murray even said Westbrook is the greatest point guard of all time.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 14
Pelicans’ Dejounte Murray gets real on Russell Westbrook as 'GOAT' point guard
BOSTON — The basketball world saw an all-time great call it a career this offseason Russell Westbrook announced his retirement via a social media video.
Malik Dia News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 14
Pelicans Two-Way Signing Could Be Much More Than That This Season
With training camp less than a month away, the New Orleans Pelicans roster is set, including its training camp invitees and two-way players. The Pelicans signed both New Orleans-born guard Jaron Pierre, Jr.
Christian Shumate News / Hoops Rumors / September 13
Pelicans Sign Christian Shumate To Training Camp Deal
The Pelicans have officially signed Christian Shumate to a training camp contract, tweets Paul Garcia of The Spot Up Shot. Shumate went undrafted in 2025 after spending his final four college seasons at McNeese State.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 13
What Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen Can Learn From Chris Paul and Anthony Davis in Year 2
Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen don't have to turn into former franchise cornerstones Chris Paul and Anthony Davis overnight. However, the second-year performances of the two greatest players in New Orleans basketball history provide useful standards for evaluating their development.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 12
Five Reasons for Optimism About the Pelicans in 2026-27
Any optimism surrounding the New Orleans Pelicans must be measured. This team won 26 games last season and still has significant questions about shooting, size, and roster construction.
Derik Queen News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 11
The Ideal Next Step for Derik Queen With Pelicans Is Clear
Derik Queen's rookie season gave New Orleans Pelicans fans plenty of reasons to imagine what he could become. He made history against the San Antonio Spurs, recording the first 30-point triple-double by a rookie center with 33 points, 10 rebounds, 10 assists, and three blocks.
Micah Peavy News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / September 11
Pelicans Trading Away Micah Peavy Is More Than Just a Small Loss
The New Orleans Pelicans facilitated a trade earlier this week that sent former No. 14 overall pick Jordan Hawkins to the Memphis Grizzlies. In return, the Pelicans received guard AJ Johnson and forward Taj Gibson, whom the team waived a day later.
Bennedict Mathurin News / Hoops Rumors / September 10
Bennedict Mathurin Signs Two-Year Contract With Pelicans
A little over two weeks after the agreement was first reported, Bennedict Mathurin has finalized his two-year, $16MM contract with the Pelicans, per NBA.com’s official transaction log.
Taj Gibson News / Field Level Media / September 9
Pelicans waive Taj Gibson, 41, one day after trade
The New Orleans Pelicans waived veteran Taj Gibson on Wednesday, one day after acquiring the 41-year-old forward/center in a trade. New Orleans added Gibson and AJ Johnson from the Memphis Grizzlies on Tuesday in exchange for Jordan Hawkins, Micah Peavy, a future second-round draft pick and a future second-round pick swap.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / September 9
Michael Porter Jr. Trade Idea Could Turn The Pelicans Into A Scary Team
It may have taken them a while, but the New Orleans Pelicans finally woke up a little bit at the end of the offseason. After spending most of the summer
Derik Queen News / HITC / September 9
Derik Queen sparks reaction with awkward ‘fat and slow’ response to nervous NBA fan
New Orleans Pelicans star Derik Queen has sparked a strong reaction from fans after jokingly responding to an NBA supporter who admitted being nervous about his long-term future.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / September 8
Pelicans to waive veteran Taj Gibson
Taj Gibson‘s stay with the Pelicans will be a short one. Very short. New Orleans plans to waive Gibson after acquiring the veteran big man from the Grizzlies earlier Tuesday, per Will Guillory of The Athletic.
Bennedict Mathurin News / Hoops Wire / September 8
Pelicans complete trade with Grizzlies, clearing way for Bennedict Mathurin
Well, that didn’t take long. We wrote Monday night that the Pelicans needed to make a cost-cutting move before they could officially sign Bennedict Mathurin.
Bennedict Mathurin News / Hoops Wire / September 7
Pelicans still need cost-cutting move before signing Bennedict Mathurin
The Pelicans agreed to sign Bennedict Mathurin nearly two weeks ago. Now they just need enough room to actually do it. Mathurin agreed to a two-year, $16 million contract with New Orleans on Aug.
Bennedict Mathurin News / Yardbarker / August 26
Bennedict Mathurin is betting on himself with the Pelicans
Bennedict Mathurin couldn't get the restricted free agent offers he was hoping for this summer. Instead, he's going to bet on himself.
Tyrese Haliburton News / Yardbarker / August 13
Tyrese Haliburton shocked to face Pelicans in long-awaited return
The Indiana Pacers have been without their superstar point guard Tyrese Haliburton since Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals when he suffered a torn Achilles.
Joe Dumars News / Yardbarker / August 10
Pelicans executive Joe Dumars explains team's lack of activity
The New Orleans Pelicans won only 26 games last season, but the front office has largely stood pat this summer. Maybe that's a good thing.
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