News
Rumors
Schedule
Standings
Roster
Injuries
More

Pelicans News

Feb 9, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray hugs New Orleans Pelicans guard Jeremiah Fears (0) after the game against the Sacramento Kings at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images

Why Dejounte Murray’s return matters most for a certain Pelicans rookie

Chris Lambert

|

4:41 PM CST

Dejounte Murray reminds Pelicans fans of a connection that could ease his return

Chris Lambert

|

9:09 AM CST

Dejounte Murray’s comments hint at a major shift Pelicans fans have been waiting for

Chris Lambert

|

Feb 23, 2026

The Pelicans missed their shot at a long-term frontcourt partner for Derik Queen

Chris Lambert

|

Feb 23, 2026

Oct 22, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Jordan Poole (3) reacts during the second quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Jordan Poole’s latest performance might have saved his season

Chris Lambert

|

Feb 23, 2026

Feb 13, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA; Team Vince frontcourt Derik Queen (22) of the New Orleans Pelicans looks on during an NBA All Star Rising Stars championship game at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

It took one game for the Pelicans biggest need next to Derik Queen to become clear

Chris Lambert

|

Feb 22, 2026

Sep 23, 2025; Metairie, LA, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray (5) takes part in media day at Ochsner Sports Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images

James Borrego gives update Pelicans fans have been waiting all season for

Chris Lambert

|

Feb 21, 2026

Jan 16, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III (25) in the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Without Trey Murphy III, the Pelicans’ biggest flaw is impossible to ignore

Chris Lambert

|

Feb 21, 2026

Jan 13, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans head coach James Borrego reacts next New Orleans Pelicans forward Karlo Matkovic (17) during the first half against the Denver Nuggets at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images

Pelicans rightfully reward their hidden gem with a move everyone saw coming

Chris Lambert

|

Feb 20, 2026

Jan 23, 2026; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; New Orleans Pelicans head coach James Borrego reacts during the fourth quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

The Pelicans may have just accidentally built the next Eastern Conference contender

Chris Lambert

|

Feb 19, 2026

Feb 11, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) reacts to a play against the Miami Heat during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Western Conference contender emerges as Zion Williamson suitor after Governor’s bombshell

Chris Lambert

|

Feb 19, 2026

Jan 27, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Peyton Watson (8) reacts in the fourth quarter against the Detroit Pistons at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Pelicans' cap problems are going to cost them the perfect wing upgrade this summer

Chris Lambert

|

Feb 18, 2026

Jan 24, 2018; Charlotte, NC, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward center DeMarcus Cousins (0) reacts to the referee after being fouled during the first half against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-Imagn Images

Crushing Carmelo Anthony’s ‘what if’ could have seen Pelicans topple NBA giants

Chris Lambert

|

Feb 18, 2026

Oct 24, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Jordan Poole (3) reacts to making a three point basket against the San Antonio Spurs during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

The Pelicans face an unavoidable Jordan Poole question after the All-Star break

Chris Lambert

|

Feb 17, 2026

Feb 14, 2026; Los Angeles, CA, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver speaks to the media during a press conference before 2026 NBA All Star Saturday Night at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Adam Silver’s latest expansion comments put pressure on the Pelicans to act now

Chris Lambert

|

Feb 17, 2026

Jan 31, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; New Orleans Pelicans center Derik Queen (22) controls the ball against the Philadelphia 76ers during the first quarter at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Rising Stars game just exposed the Pelicans’ biggest long-term problem

Chris Lambert

|

Feb 15, 2026

Feb 9, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Jeremiah Fears warms up before a game against the Sacramento Kings at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images

The rookie leap Pelicans fans have been waiting for may be coming soon

Chris Lambert

|

Feb 13, 2026

Feb 12, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Ousmane Dieng (21) gestures after scoring against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Bucks just exposed Pelicans' biggest trade deadline mistake

Chris Lambert

|

Feb 13, 2026

Jan 10, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Jeremy Sochan (10) reacts after being called for a foul during the first half of a game against the Boston Celtics at the TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images

Jeremy Sochan would only make the Pelicans’ biggest problem worse

Chris Lambert

|

Feb 12, 2026

Feb 11, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Knicks guard Jose Alvarado (5) reacts to his three pointer against the Philadelphia 76ers during the first half at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Jose Alvarado needed just three games to expose the Pelicans’ costly mistake

Chris Lambert

|

Feb 12, 2026

Nov 19, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat center Kel'el Ware (7) watches warmups before the game against the Golden State Warriors at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Rhona Wise-Imagn Images

An eye-opening situation in Miami may solve two Pelicans flaws

Chris Lambert

|

Feb 11, 2026

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) stands during a break in play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

NBA expansion could be saving grace Pelicans fans have been waiting for

Chris Lambert

|

Feb 10, 2026

Feb 4, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) argues with referee James Williams (60) after being called for an offensive foul during overtime against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

Pelicans continue to prove they’re in the NBA’s worst position with no clear plan to escape

Chris Lambert

|

Feb 10, 2026

November 20, 2022; Sacramento, California, USA; Detroit Pistons general manager Troy Weaver before the game against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

Elite track record leaves Pelicans with painfully obvious path to chase

Chris Lambert

|

Feb 9, 2026

Feb 14, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Team G-League guard Bryce McGowens (11) of Rip City Remix celebrates during the 2025 NBA Rising Stars Game at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

Pelicans next move following trade deadline is painfully obvious

Chris Lambert

|

Feb 7, 2026

Dec 27, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado (15) gets into a scrum with Phoenix Suns center Mark Williams (not pictured) over a play during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Jose Alvarado trade details prove Pelicans got fleeced

Chris Lambert

|

Feb 7, 2026

Feb 4, 2026; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) celebrates in the second quarter against the Denver Nuggets at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Knicks continue to crush Pelicans fans in latest mock draft

Chris Lambert

|

Feb 6, 2026

Jan 23, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) walks from the court following the game against the Denver Nuggets at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

Pelicans offseason plan just got flipped upside down by head-scratching Giannis' call

Chris Lambert

|

Feb 6, 2026

Legal Disclaimer

Accessibility Statement

© 2026 Minute Media - All Rights Reserved. The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only. Betting and gambling content is intended for individuals 21+ and is based on individual commentators' opinions and not that of Minute Media or its affiliates and related brands. All picks and predictions are suggestions only and not a guarantee of success or profit. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER.