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On YouTubeJose Alvarado News / Hoops Wire / August 29
Pelicans’ Jose Alvarado says he’s OK after being carried off on stretcher in Puerto Rico’s AmeriCup loss
Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado gave everyone a scare Thursday while competing for Puerto Rico in the AmeriCup quarterfinals. He went down hard in overtime, stayed on the floor in pain, and was eventually taken off on a stretcher.
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Jose Alvarado News / Larry Brown Sports / August 28
NBA guard stretchered off after scary fall in FIBA AmeriCup
The New Orleans Pelicans’ rotten injury luck is extending to the NBA offseason as well. Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado was suited up on Thursday for Puerto Rico, whom he represents nationally, during FIBA AmeriCup play.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Yardbarker / August 29
Key Pelicans player suffers scary injury during FIBA AmeriCup
New Orleans Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado had to be stretchered off the court while playing for Puerto Rico at the FIBA AmeriCup 2025.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / August 28
What Needs To Happen For The Pelicans To Out-Perform Projections Next Season?
The 2025-26 New Orleans Pelicans head into this upcoming season after making some major changes to their roster. Since the trade deadline last season, the Pelicans have moved on from Brandon Ingram, CJ McCollum, Kelly Olynyk, and Bruce Brown, to name a few.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / August 28
Only One Team Predicted to Finish Below Pelicans in NBA Western Conference
For a team that looked like they would be one of the most exciting up-and-coming rosters in the NBA a few years back, the New Orleans Pelicans still have not lived up to their potential.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Last Word On Sports / August 28
3 Reasons Why The Pelicans Won The 2025 NBA Draft
Similar to other Western Conference teams, such as the Timberwolves and the Thunder, the New Orleans Pelicans have selected a great crop of prospects. In the first round, New Orleans drafted Oklahoma guard Jeremiah Fears at pick seven and Maryland big man Derik Queen through a trade with the Hawks (No.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / August 27
Pelicans Not Shopping Two Star Forwards Despite Trade Rumors
On paper, the New Orleans Pelicans had a talented enough roster last season to make the playoffs, or at the very least the play-in. However, injuries derailed them last year, as rookie center Yves Miss and veteran forward Jeremiah Robinson-Earl were the only players to eclipse 60 or more games played last season.
New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / August 26
3 Questions For The Pelicans Heading Into Next NBA Season
The New Orleans Pelicans weren't able to go far with Anthony Davis as their star player, making it out of the first round just once, but losing in five games to the Golden State Warriors in 2018.
New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA Analysis Network / August 25
New Orleans Pelicans most exciting star could help revive Zion Williamson’s career next season
The New Orleans Pelicans made some interesting decisions this offseason, but landing one star could help elevate their roster. The New Orleans Pelicans are looking to break out of a funk next season.
Zion Williamson News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / August 25
Three Teams That Make Sense For a Potential Zion Williamson Trade
The New Orleans Pelicans might've finished last season as one of the worst teams in the NBA, but it's hard to ignore the talent that this roster has. Assuming everyone is healthy, there are arguably 12 players on New Orleans' roster who deserve playing time in an NBA rotation.
NBA Insiders Predict Zion Williamson, Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Requests
The 2025 NBA offseason started out with a load of trade rumors, especially centered around stars like Giannis Antetokounmpo, LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and Zion Williamson.
NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / August 25
'We’re Gonna Keep Pushing Him' – New Orleans Pelicans’ Joe Dumars Sends Clear Zion Williamson Message
The New Orleans Pelicans have long been urged to move on from Zion Williamson due to his injury history, but head of basketball operations Joe Dumars isn’t planning to give up on his young star just yet.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Fadeaway World / August 24
Bold Trade Idea Sees Pelicans Acquire All-Star Point Guard To Form Dynamic Backcourt
The New Orleans Pelicans have been searching for a way to elevate their roster from intriguing to legitimate contender, and one bold trade idea may hold the key.
Does Trading Trey Murphy III to the Golden State Warriors Make Sense?
The New Orleans Pelicans followed up one of the best seasons in franchise history with one of the worst, and fell three spots in the NBA Draft lottery on top of that.
Adam Silver News / Yardbarker / August 22
Is NBA dragging its feet on expansion to spur arena deals?
NBA commissioner Adam Silver has voiced many reasons to delay expansion for the past few years.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Fadeaway World / August 22
Can Herb Jones Regain Elite 3-And-D Form For The Pelicans Next Season?
New Orleans Pelicans forward Herb Jones is widely regarded as one of the best on-ball and perimeter defenders in the game. With the Pelicans, he remains a key rotation player, providing a substantial defensive boost when he is on the court.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Wire / August 20
Pelicans promoting Joe Barrer to coach of G League affiliate
The New Orleans Pelicans are promoting Joe Barrer to head coach of their G League affiliate, the Birmingham Squadron, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Rumors / August 20
Joe Barrer to coach Pelicans' G League team
The Pelicans are naming Joe Barrer the head coach of their G League affiliate, the Birmingham Squadron, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link).
New Orleans Pelicans News / Total Apex Sports / August 18
New Orleans Pelicans Sign Veteran Role Player
The New Orleans Pelicans have made another move this offseason. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, the team has signed 6-foot-9 Forward Jalen McDaniels to a contract.
New Orleans Pelicans News / Last Word On Sports / August 18
New Orleans Pelicans Add Depth With a G-League Standout
The New Orleans Pelicans have had a busy offseason. They traded for Jordan Poole and Saddiq Bey, signed Kevon Looney as a free agent, and traded to get Derik Queen in the draft.
Jeremiah Fears News / The SportsRush / August 13
Pelicans’ Jeremiah Fears Reveals Where He Spent the First of His $7.5M Rookie Paycheck
The most important moment for aspiring NBA players is hearing their name called on draft night. When that happens, it may still take some time for it to sink in that they are actually in the NBA, but reality quickly hits when that first paycheck hits the bank account.
New Orleans Pelicans News / The SportsRush / August 13
Pelicans Rookie’s Mom 'Threw a Fit' After Finding Out Son Was Bypassing Senior Year of High School
Senior year of high school is a landmark time in a young man’s life. Prom and graduation are just two of the core memories that most seniors get to experience, but for high-level athletes, senior year is becoming more of an optional thing.
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 / Hoops Wire / August 1
Joe Dumars ‘Really Impressed’ With Zion Williamson as Pelicans Keep Options Open
New Orleans Pelicans new lead executive Joe Dumars is said to be high on Zion Williamson. But that doesn’t necessarily mean the former NBA All-Star is safe.
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