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Mar 5, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III (25) reacts after making a three point basket against the Sacramento Kings during the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Lee-Imagn Images

The Pelicans' fastest path back to the playoffs may require an uncomfortable Trey Murphy III decision

Chris Lambert

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The Pelicans hold the keys to the Cavaliers fixing their biggest playoff flaw this offseason

Chris Lambert

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Jun 5, 2026

Two former Pelicans flourishing in the NBA Finals continue to remind fans what they once had

Scott Taylor

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Jun 4, 2026

Pelicans could have a clear path to Donovan Mitchell after Cavaliers’ ugly playoff exit

Chris Lambert

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Jun 4, 2026

Apr 1, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) reacts against the Miami Heat during the third quarter at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Blockbuster Jaylen Brown trade could give Pelicans something they’ve never seen before

Chris Lambert

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Jun 3, 2026

Mar 18, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans center Derik Queen (22) slaps hands with guard/forward Saddiq Bey (41) against the LA Clippers during first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Pelicans core’s offseason adventure is exactly what Joe Dumars’ culture shift needs

Chris Lambert

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Jun 2, 2026

Mar 13, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) handles the ball against the Houston Rockets during the game at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

Jamahl Mosley sends a Zion Williamson message fans are begging for

Scott Taylor

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Jun 1, 2026

Oct 10, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Orlando Magic Head Coach Jamahl Mosley reacts during a timeout in the third quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Joe Dumars’ plan for the Pelicans is built to hit the ground running in the Jamahl Mosley era

Chris Lambert

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May 29, 2026

Mar 19, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Jeremiah Fears (0) looks to pass between LA Clippers guard Kobe Sanders (4) and guard Bogdan Bogdanovic (7) during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images

Jamahl Mosley’s arrival may change everything for the Pelicans’ rising stars

Scott Taylor

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May 28, 2026

Feb 19, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Orlando Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley smiles towards Sacramento Kings guard Russell Westbrook (not pictured) after a play during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images

Pelicans' Jamahl Mosley hire signals end of long-standing franchise disconnect

Chris Lambert

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May 28, 2026

Apr 17, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley during the first quarter against the Charlotte Hornets during the play-in rounds of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

Jamahl Mosley brings a toughness that aligns with Joe Dumars' vision

Scott Taylor

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May 27, 2026

Apr 3, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) gestures towards a referee during the first quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Pelicans' unrealistic first-round dream needs a reality check

Chris Lambert

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May 26, 2026

Apr 5, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Orlando Magic Head Coach Jamahl Mosley reacts to a play against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Pelicans’ God Shammgod hire comes with one major Jamahl Mosley concern

Chris Lambert

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May 24, 2026

Jan 25, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) goes up against San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) in the second half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images

Pelicans added to exclusive group heading overseas next season with major challenge ahead

Scott Taylor

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May 22, 2026

Dec 26, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans center Derik Queen (22) celebrates a basket with guard Jeremiah Fears (0) during the first half against the Phoenix Suns at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images

Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen’s All-Rookie honors solidify a bright future for the Pelicans

Chris Lambert

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May 21, 2026

Apr 05, 2026; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Pelicans Interim Head Coach James Borrego reacts to a play against the Orlando Magic in the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

This former Pelicans coach would be a disaster for Bryson Graham and the Bulls

Scott Taylor

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May 19, 2026

Oct 10, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Orlando Magic Head Coach Jamahl Mosley reacts during a timeout in the third quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Pelicans must avoid repeating the Magic mistake that doomed Jamahl Mosley’s tenure

Chris Lambert

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May 19, 2026

Apr 5, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Orlando Magic Head Coach Jamahl Mosley reacts to a play against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Pelicans’ next priority after Jamahl Mosley hire is painfully obvious

Chris Lambert

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May 18, 2026

Apr 15, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Orlando Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley reacts during the second quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers of a play-in round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Pelicans' Jamahl Mosley hire is a match made in heaven

Scott Taylor

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May 18, 2026

Apr 3, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) during the first quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Zion Williamson must do these three things to have a successful season

Scott Taylor

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May 16, 2026

May 12, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) reaches for a rebound over Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) during the second half of game five of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

The Pelicans have a huge Victor Wembanyama problem they need to address

Scott Taylor

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May 14, 2026

Feb 24, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans center DeAndre Jordan (6) reacts to a play against the Golden State Warriors during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Pelicans’ offseason reality could force tough DeAndre Jordan decision

Chris Lambert

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May 13, 2026

May 7, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick yells to his team during a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first half during game two of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

JJ Redick’s head coaching playoff blunder is a cautionary tale for the Pelicans

Scott Taylor

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May 12, 2026

May 5, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Jared McCain (3) gestures after scoring a three point basket against the Los Angeles Lakers in the second half during game one of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Pelicans missed a great opportunity to buy low on the Thunders' playoff star

Scott Taylor

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May 12, 2026

Apr 3, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; New Orleans Pelicans center Derik Queen (22) during the first quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Derik Queen’s path to silencing Pelicans doubters after NBA Draft lottery is crystal clear

Chris Lambert

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May 12, 2026

Dec 8, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans center Derik Queen (22) reacts to a play against the San Antonio Spurs during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

NBA Draft Lottery results quickly justified Pelicans’ risky Derik Queen gamble

Chris Lambert

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May 11, 2026

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; New Orleans Pelicans center Yves Missi (21) reacts after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Pelicans risk setting Yves Missi up for colossal failure by avoiding a glaring need

Chris Lambert

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May 9, 2026

Apr 3, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Micah Peavy (14) during the first quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Overlooked Pelicans rookie has one offseason goal that could set up an undeniable breakout

Chris Lambert

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May 8, 2026

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