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NBA's New Draft Lottery Rules Should Benefit the Pelicans
The NBA finally passed anti-tanking measures on Thursday to fix the competitive spirit of the league. In recent years, losing intentionally to maximize draft odds has reached new levels, with almost a third of the league tanking in one way or another last season.
Zion Williamson News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / May 29
Pelicans Continue to Be Delusional About Zion Williamson and His Future in New Orleans
The latest era of New Orleans Pelicans basketball starts now with the recent hiring of Jamahl Mosley. New Orleans finds itself in an interesting predicament, navigating their future centered around its star forward, Zion Williamson.
New Orleans Pelicans News / EasySportz / May 28
Zion’s Playmaking Shift Ignites Pels’ Future
They’re not just moving Zion Williamson off the ball — they’re moving him into the driver’s seat. According to ESPN, the Pelicans’ new head coach has made it clear: Zion isn’t just a finisher anymore.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / May 26
NBA Notes: Pelicans, Zion Williamson, Knicks, Karl-Anthony Towns, Suns
Zion Williamson finally gave the Pelicans something they’ve desperately wanted for years. That would be relative availability. As written by ESPN’s Bobby Marks, Williamson played more than 60 games this season for only the third time in his NBA career despite missing time in November with a hamstring injury.
The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise
As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / May 26
Pelicans have clear stance on Zion Williamson after Jamahl Mosley hire
The New Orleans Pelicans are beginning a new era with former Orlando Magic coach Jamahl Mosley named as the new head coach. Mosley just brought the Magic to another playoff trip before he was fired after a first-round exit, and now he has work to do in New Orleans.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 26
Pelicans already have glaring question with new HC Jamahl Mosley
The New Orleans Pelicans are already facing a big question under recently hired head coach Jamahl Mosley. On Tuesday, the former Orlando Magic coach was introduced in New Orleans, where he quickly shared his vision for the Pelicans, raising eyebrows in the process.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / May 26
Josh Hart trolls a ‘broke’ teammate after clinching NBA Finals berth
The New York Knicks are going to the NBA Finals, but the team’s latest success is not changing Josh Hart’s trolling ways. Among his targets after helping the Knicks win the Eastern Conference title was Jose Alvarado, whose photo with the Bob Cousy Trophy became a subject of one of Hart’s posts on Instagram Stories.
The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history
If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 26
Pelicans’ Trey Murphy III recounts wild Ricky Rubio story from college
A name who will likely be thrown around a lot in the offseason is Trey Murphy III, as the New Orleans Pelicans are reportedly shopping him around. Murphy has been linked to trade rumors since last season, and plenty of teams are interested in the all-around forward.
Reviewing Pelicans 2025 NBA Draft Class: Were Jeremiah Fears & Derik Queen the Right Picks?
New Orleans Pelicans rookies Derik Queen and Jeremiah Fears were recently named to the All-NBA Rookie Second Team. The dynamic duo completed their first NBA season, with most fans optimistic that they will be foundational building blocks for the future.
Tyrese Maxey News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 25
Pelicans fans won’t like this Tyrese Maxey draft revelation
The New Orleans Pelicans have been able to pick up some talent in their previous drafts, and the hope is that they can help them win for years to come.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 25
Pelicans rumors: NOLA seeking to trade into 1st round of NBA Draft
The New Orleans Pelicans will have some new energy around their organization next season after hiring Jamahl Mosley as their head coach. Before the season gets here, the Pelicans will have the chance to make some moves and improve their roster, starting with the draft.
Dejounte Murray News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / May 25
3 Centers Pelicans Can Trade Dejounte Murray For
The New Orleans Pelicans have limited resources to upgrade the roster this summer. Their entire rotation is under contract for another season, so the Pelicans won't have the cap space to be active in free agency.
Veteran Sharpshooter Is the Ideal Low-Cost Pelicans Target in Free Agency
The New Orleans Pelicans aren't expected to make wholesale changes to the roster this summer. They don't have many pending free agents or much cap space to add significantly to their core.
Jamahl Mosley News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / May 23
Iconic Former Player Joins Pelicans Staff Under Jamahl Mosley
Less than a week after the New Orleans Pelicans officially announced the hiring of new head coach Jamahl Mosley, a new report revealed the team is beginning to build out his coaching staff.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Yardbarker / May 23
Pelicans coach Jamahl Mosley gets first win by luring God Shammgod to New Orleans
Mosley is beginning his tenure on the right foot.
Jamahl Mosley News / Hoops Rumors / May 23
Pelicans Hiring God Shammgod As Assistant Coach
The Pelicans are hiring veteran coach God Shammgod to be an assistant under new head coach Jamahl Mosley, reports Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link).
Clock Is Ticking for Zion Williamson in New Orleans After Jamahl Mosley Hiring
Jamahl Mosley’s recent hire as the coach of the New Orleans Pelicans ushers in a new era of basketball in the Big Easy. Mosley’s emphasis on defense, effort, and preparation should yield some positive results for the Pelicans in the future.
NBA News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / May 23
Giannis Antetokounmpo's Milwaukee Exit Will Allow Pelicans to Trade for a Perfect Center
The New Orleans Pelicans have a desperate need for a starting center. Their lack of size and physicality on the interior was their biggest weakness last season.
New Orleans Pelicans News / HITC / May 22
This one move turns the Pelicans’ defence from liability to league nightmare
The New Orleans Pelicans didn’t need the flashiest name on the coaching market. They needed someone who has already shown he can take a messy roster and give it shape.
Jamahl Mosley News / Yardbarker / May 18
Why Jamahl Mosley's Pelicans rebuild could be more challenging than Magic turnaround
Mosely is headed to the Pelicans just weeks after being let go by the Magic. He will likely find a more challenging situation in New Orleans.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Wire / May 7
Pelicans impressed with coaching candidates Darvin Ham, Steve Hetzel
The Pelicans are starting to zero in, though nothing appears close. According to Jake Fischer of the Stein Line, New Orleans has come away impressed with both Nets assistant Steve Hetzel and Bucks assistant Darvin Ham during the early stages of its coaching search.
DeAndre Jordan News / Field Level Media / April 29
Pelicans C DeAndre Jordan named NBA's Teammate of Year
New Orleans Pelicans center DeAndre Jordan was named this year's winner of the Twyman-Stokes Teammate of the Year award on Wednesday. Presented annually
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