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Nov 20, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey (0) reacts in the second quarter against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

Pelicans didn't listen when Rich Paul begged them to draft future superstar guard

Scott Taylor

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May 26, 2026

Pelicans could find the center they need thanks to Cavaliers' playoff collapse

Scott Taylor

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May 25, 2026

Pelicans’ Jamahl Mosley hire may have completely altered Herb Jones’ future in New Orleans

Chris Lambert

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May 23, 2026

Pelicans face an unavoidable Trey Murphy III crossroad that must be solved

Chris Lambert

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May 20, 2026

Feb 1, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (33) reacts in the second half against the Atlanta Hawks at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Pelicans' starting center nightmare would only get worse with bonehead Myles Turner trade

Chris Lambert

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May 15, 2026

Dec 28, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) reacts after a three point shot against the Washington Wizards during the second half at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-Imagn Images

Ja Morant is the buy-low swing the Pelicans have been searching for

Scott Taylor

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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

Jan 20, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (32) reacts in the first quarter against the Phoenix Suns at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

Dean Wade’s playoff emergence is making him an unavoidable Pelicans target

Chris Lambert

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May 8, 2026

Dec 19, 2022; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Dallas Mavericks assistant coach Sean Sweeney reacts during the fourth quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Latest Pelicans coaching update hints a massive disaster was avoided

Chris Lambert

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May 7, 2026

Feb 12, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Milwaukee Bucks Head Coach Darvin Ham watches his team play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

One candidate stands out from the rest in Pelicans' coaching search

Scott Taylor

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May 7, 2026

Mar 11, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) dribbles against Toronto Raptors guard/forward Gradey Dick (1) during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Pelicans blessed with incredible buy-low target, as Raptors look to dump former lottery pick

Scott Taylor

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May 7, 2026

Jan 16, 2026; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Chicago Bulls forward Jalen Smith (25) reacts after making a three point basket during the fourth quarter against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Pelicans left with no-brainer trade target after Bulls hire former executive

Chris Lambert

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May 7, 2026

Sep 30, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, Canada; Toronto Raptors vice chairman and team president Masai Ujiri talks to the media during media day at Scotiabank Area. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Pelicans’ leverage grows as another suitor emerges for major Giannis offseason domino

Chris Lambert

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May 6, 2026

Mar 30, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (14) reacts after scoring against the Philadelphia 76ers during the fourth quarter at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Forgotten trade chip could turn Pelicans’ Jordan Poole mistake into All-Star upgrade

Chris Lambert

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May 6, 2026

Jan 11, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Jrue Holiday (5) reacts while shooting the ball during warm ups before playing against the New York Knicks at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Jaime Valdez-Imagn Images

Pelicans’ path out of Jordan Poole disaster could bring back a beloved franchise legend

Chris Lambert

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May 5, 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 should be all-in on Jamahl Mosley — just not as their head coach

Chris Lambert

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May 4, 2026

Mar 27, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Keon Ellis (23) reacts to a call during the fourth quarter against the Portland Trail Blazers at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

Pelicans have golden opportunity to steal elite stopper after Cavs' utter disrespect

Chris Lambert

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May 4, 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’ coaching search is taking shape, but there’s one key to maximizing it

Chris Lambert

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May 3, 2026

Mar 29, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Cameron Johnson (2) looks on during the second half against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

Nuggets’ playoff downfall just gave Pelicans unexpected 2026 Draft lifeline

Chris Lambert

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May 2, 2026

Dec 26, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Jordan Poole (3) reacts after a no foul call against Phoenix Suns forward Royce O'Neale (00) during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images

Jordan Poole’s Pelicans tenure is trending toward a dramatic next step

Chris Lambert

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Apr 30, 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

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

Chris Lambert

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Apr 29, 2026

Apr 5, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Kristaps Porzingis (7) stands on the court before the start of the game against the Houston Rockets at the Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

Warriors’ uncertainty could gift Pelicans the center they’ve desperately been searching for

Chris Lambert

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Apr 28, 2026

Mar 20, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Kevin Huerter (13) reacts after making a three-point shot during the fourth quarter of the game against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images

Pelicans presented with perfect buy-low opportunity to address biggest need

Chris Lambert

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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

Chris Lambert

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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

Chris Lambert

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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

Chris Lambert

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Apr 26, 2026

Nov 3, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra at press conference at the Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

If the Pelicans’ offseason takes an unexpected turn, one Zion Williamson suitor will be waiting

Chris Lambert

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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

Chris Lambert

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Apr 23, 2026

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