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Mar 27, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker (7) reacts during the second half against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

Atlanta Hawks playoff exit exposes harsh truth Pelicans wisely walked away from

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DeAndre Jordan’s case to re-sign with the Pelicans only got stronger after his award recognition

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Apr 29, 2026

Pistons’ playoff collapse reopens door for Pelicans to sell high on shot-creating sniper

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Apr 29, 2026

Pelicans must address major roster imbalance to avoid another lost season

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Apr 29, 2026

Mar 27, 2025; San Francisco, CA, USA: Maryland Terrapins center Derik Queen (25) reacts during the second half against the Florida Gators during a West Regional semifinal of the 2025 NCAA tournament at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Eakin Howard-Imagn Images

The Pelicans could doom their future if they ignore one key factor in head coaching search

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Apr 28, 2026

Nov 24, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Cameron Johnson (2) and assistant coach Steve Hetzel (right) talk during the second quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

The Pelicans' Steve Hetzel realization is giving fans a real reason to be excited

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Apr 27, 2026

Apr 3, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Herbert Jones (left) talks with interim head coach James Borrego (right) during the first quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Round 1 of NBA Playoffs swings door wide open for perfect Herb Jones offseason suitor

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Apr 27, 2026

May 22, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves assistant coach Micah Nori looks on in the first quarter against the Dallas Mavericks during game one of the western conference finals for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

The Timberwolves’ playoff success is forcing the Pelicans’ hand in their head coaching search

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Apr 27, 2026

Mar 2, 2015; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Rajon Rondo (9) smiles in the second half against the New Orleans Pelicans at American Airlines Center. The Mavs beat the Pelican 102-93. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-Imagn Images

A familiar face is emerging as the perfect option in the Pelicans’ coaching search

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Apr 27, 2026

Apr 12, 2017; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Rajon Rondo (9) reacts during the second half against the Brooklyn Nets at the United Center. Chicago defeats Brooklyn 112-73. Mandatory Credit: Mike DiNovo-Imagn Images

Pelicans fans' excitement grows as former guards headline potential head coach targets

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Apr 26, 2026

Mar 25, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Memphis Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins watches his team from the sidelines during the first quarter against the Utah Jazz at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Nicoll-Imagn Images

Pelicans stand by and watch as Bucks snatch up perfect head coach

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Apr 23, 2026

Dec 18, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Daniel Gafford (21) reacts after he dunks the ball against the Detroit Pistons during the second quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Pelicans could be handed a dream center solution if Mavericks expert is right

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Apr 23, 2026

Apr 18, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luke Kennard (10) and center Deandre Ayton (5) celebrate against the Houston Rockets in the second half during game one of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Round 1 of the playoffs has exposed the Pelicans’ perfect free-agent target

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Apr 22, 2026

Apr 3, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III (25) reacts after dunking against the Sacramento Kings during the third quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Pelicans must fix glaring issue to unlock Trey Murphy III’s full potential

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Apr 22, 2026

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

Pelicans dream head coach is suddenly in play after shocking departure

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Apr 21, 2026

Dec 5, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram (14) reacts to a play against Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Brandon Ingram is teaching Raptors fans a harsh truth Pelicans fans know all too well

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Apr 21, 2026

Oct 24, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) reacts to a play against the San Antonio Spurs during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

For Joe Dumars’ offseason plan to be a success, he must address a long-neglected issue with the Pelicans

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Apr 20, 2026

Apr 7, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Jeremiah Fears (0) walks off the court after the win against the Utah Jazz at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Pelicans rookie class flip disaster narrative earning stunning turnaround grade

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Apr 20, 2026

Feb 26, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; New Orleans Pelicans head coach James Borrego watches play against the Utah Jazz during the first half at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

Long-overdue changes signal Pelicans may finally be heading toward much-needed reconstruction

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Apr 19, 2026

Dec 18, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard/forward Saddiq Bey (41) reacts to taking the lead in the game against the Houston Rockets during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Joe Dumars sends clear message about Saddiq Bey's Pelicans future after career year

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Apr 17, 2026

Mar 11, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray (5) makes comments in the direction of the Toronto Raptors bench after a play against guard Jamal Shead (23) during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Dejounte Murray sets record straight on Pelicans future after trade rumors

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Apr 17, 2026

Jan 14, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard/forward Saddiq Bey (41) reacts to making a game leading dunk against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Saddiq Bey makes his stance crystal clear as Pelicans face key offseason decision

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Apr 16, 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

Pelicans fans get alarming glimpse into future after Joe Dumars doubles down

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Apr 16, 2026

Nov 10, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Kevon Looney (55) against the Phoenix Suns at the Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Pelicans can end painful one-year experiment with easy offseason move already all but finalized

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Apr 16, 2026

Mar 2, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) reacts to a play against the Utah Jazz during the second half at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

Joe Dumars continues to crush the hearts of Pelicans fans after doubling down on Zion Williamson era

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Apr 15, 2026

Feb 26, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) reacts after a play against the Utah Jazz during the first half at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

Zion Williamson sends fearful message to Pelicans fans that could fuel disaster

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Apr 14, 2026

Apr 3, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; New Orleans Pelicans assistant coach Casey Hill (left) and interim head coach James Borrego (right) talk during the fourth quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Pelicans' first offseason move should be the one fans were all waiting for

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Apr 13, 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

Derik Queen’s offseason development plan takes a turn Pelicans fans will love to hear

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Apr 13, 2026

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