Magic The Magic changed the coach. If that doesn’t work, they may finally have to change something else. Orlando fired Jamahl Mosley after last season and replaced him with Sean Sweeney, hoping the highly regarded former Mavericks and Spurs assistant can get more from a roster built around Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner, Jalen Suggs and […]
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Zion Williamson admitted he is still not where he wants to be in his NBA career while detailing his offseason work, shooting development and the greater leadership role he expects to take on with the New Orleans Pelicans. Speaking during Pelicans media day on Monday, September 28, Williamson was asked where he believes he currently […]
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Zion Williamson sounds frustrated with his NBA career after his latest remarks during the Pelicans' Media Day press conference.
Zion Williamson entered the NBA as one of the most hyped-up prospects in history. He looked like a physical freak of nature back during his time in Duke, as he possessed incredible leaping ability and was unstoppable going to the rim due to his grown-man strength. The New Orleans Pelicans fell in love with him […]
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Zion Williamson was candid enough to acknowledge that he is not currently where he wants to be in his NBA career. In the New Orleans Pelicans' Media Day ahead of the 2026-27 season, Williamson offered a simple and honest assessment of the current stage of his career. "I'm not where I want to be," Williamson told reporters when asked how he feels about his ongoing playing years. "I'm just not where I need to be. I'm not where I need to be. Not where I want to be." https://x.com/PelsFilmRoom/sta...
Memphis Grizzlies shooting guard Jordan Hawkins looked back at his time with the New Orleans Pelicans during 2026 Media Day (shot 34.8% from three in 174 games played). (via Memphis Grizzlies): “I was talking to my college coach (Dan Hurley) the other day actually and he was just telling me like, ‘Going into New Orleans, […]
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The New Orleans Pelicans come into the 2026-27 season looking to get back into the playoff picture in the Western Conference. And much of the Pelicans’ potential success hinges on the availability of star forward Zion Williamson. Williamson has had unfortunate injury luck throughout his career, but this summer, he was tasked with a few […]
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Zion Williamson's injury issues and struggles at times with fitness have been prevailing storylines in a career defined by brief glimpses of transcendent talent but longer stints of unavailability.
When the Pelicans published their training camp roster on Friday, forward Zion Williamson was listed at 277 pounds, down seven pounds from last season, notes Fletcher Mackel of WDSU in New Orleans (Twitter link). Speaking to reporters on Monday at media day, Pelicans executive VP of basketball operations Joe Dumars confirmed that the team is […]
The Chicago Bulls announced a final update on front office staff hirings to round out Bryson Graham's staff. The common thread in some hires: Pelicans alumni.
Chris Finch coached Lonzo Ball with the New Orleans Pelicans, which could help him build a strong connection with LaMelo Ball.
Trail Blazers The Trail Blazers acquired Ja Morant at a price that would have seemed impossible a few years ago. The question is which version of Morant they’re getting. He played just 79 games over his final three seasons with the Grizzlies. An NBA scout told Blake Silverman of Sports Illustrated that a change of […]
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Here are the six most disappointing rookie extensions of the past six years, led by Zion Williamson and several deals that quickly aged badly.
The Saints are looking to keep building momentum as they get ready for the Raiders. We break down the biggest matchups, including whether Tyler Shough can win the quarterback battle for the third straight week, why another fast start matters, and what the Saints defense needs to do to control the game. Plus, we go through the final injury report, game information and everything you need to know before kickoff. Then, we turn to the Pelicans and continue looking ahead to the upcoming season and ...
Angel Reese is keeping tabs on hoops news beyond her own locker room right now. Her brother Julian just bagged a fresh contract to play down in New Orleans. Watching family members make the big leagues is honestly the coolest thing to witness. The star hopped on social media instantly to hype him up. Julian [...]
Gus Kattengell, Jim Eichenhofer and Andrew Lopez draft the New Orleans Pelicans players they’re most excited to watch during the 2026-27 NBA season on the Pelicans Podcast (9/25/2026). The crew breaks down Zion Williamson’s evolving offensive game, the year-two potential of Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen, Trey Murphy III’s continued growth, Dejounte Murray’s return and more as Pelicans training camp gets underway. #pelicans #nba #neworleanspelicans Latest NBA News & Pelicans News @ https://www...
By Chris Bowie-Donayre Julian Reese is heading down to Crescent City. The former Maryland forward agreed to a two-way contract with the New Orleans Pelicans after having a great season with the Washington Wizards. Last season, Reese averaged 11.8 points, 10.5 rebounds, 1.4 steals and shot 52.9% from the field in 13 games for the […]
Sept. 24, 2026 Warriors: Obi Agbim became a free agent. Pistons: Drake Allen became a free agent. Hornets: D.J. Armstrong Jr. and Tre Carroll became free agents. Timberwolves: Jalen Crutcher became a free agent. Nuggets: Keonte Jones and Reese Waters became free agents. Pelicans: Solomon Washington became a free agent. Sept. 23, 2026 Magic: Signed […]
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Angel Reese laid the foundation of her glittering career in the WNBA in Louisiana. Following in her footsteps, her younger brother, Julian Reese, is returning to familiar territory as the New Orleans Pelicans sign him to a two-way contract. Angel Reese wasted no time in giving her reaction to this update. “Take care of my […]
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The calendar has turned to September. You know what that means, right?! Our offseason outlook series is back for the third-straight year! Hot Hot Hoops senior writer Matt Hanifan will provide his take on the offseasons of all 30 teams for the next 30 days! We will be going in alphabetical order, beginning with the Eastern Conference. To continue along, we will be diving into the New Orleans Pelicans’ quiet summer. Previous offseason outlooks: Atlanta Hawks Boston Celtics Brooklyn Nets Charlott...
Tyler Shough is taking control of the Saints, but how much can we conclude after 11 starts? we look at his strong second halves, the latest Saints-Raiders injury news, and Sunday’s test. Then we discuss what Julian Reese brings to the Pelicans, the importance of their first 10 games, and their chance to make an impression against the Spurs in two sold-out games in Europe.
Gus Kattengell, Jim Eichenhofer, and Andrew Lopez tip off a new season of the New Orleans Pelicans Podcast with a look ahead to next week’s start of 2026-27 Pelicans Training Camp. The crew discusses Saddiq Bey’s new extension, the addition of Bennedict Mathurin, potential starting lineups and bench combinations, and how Head Coach Jamahl Mosley can reshape the Pelicans’ defense. Plus, they break down what they’re watching from Derik Queen, Jeremiah Fears and the rest of the roster as the Peli...
The New Orleans Pelicans are less than a month away from kicking off their 2026-27 NBA season. The Pelicans bizarrely opted to run it back with essentially the same roster this offseason despite their immense struggles to win games this past season. On Thursday, the team did shake things up somewhat by adding a player […]
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The New Orleans Pelicans are adding Julian Reese to their roster on a two-way contract, giving the young forward an opportunity to continue his NBA development. Reese’s agents, Yann Balikouzou and Kevin Bradbury of LIFT Sports Management, confirmed the agreement to HoopsHype. The 6-foot-9 forward spent time with the Washington Wizards last season and produced […]
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Jan 21, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (0) reacts to a play against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images If the Jonathan Kuminga rumors and drama felt like they took forever last season, this season’s Jalen Duren saga is trying to match it. With just a week left until Duren’s qualifying offer deadline (October 1), Duren and the Pistons have yet to agree on a new contract. The P...