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CJ McCollum

Jordan Poole with a ball in his hands

Wizards pull off move to open up significant salary cap space

The Washington Wizards made a major trade Tuesday that could pay dividends for them next year. The Wizards are trading guard Jordan Poole, forward Saddiq Bey, and the No. 40 overall pick in the NBA Draft to the New Orleans Pelicans in exchange for …

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Brandon Ingram reveals great reason why he missed teammate’s text message

New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram missed his teammate's motivational text on Thursday night but had a solid reason why.

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Pelicans reveal concerning lung injury for CJ McCollum

The New Orleans Pelicans are sharing some concerning news about star guard CJ McCollum. The Pelicans announced on Sunday that McCollum has been diagnosed with a small pneumothorax in his right lung (a.k.a a small collapsed lung) after medical imaging …

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CJ McCollum makes interesting Damian Lillard prediction

CJ McCollum knows Damian Lillard better than most, which makes the former Portland Trail Blazer’s prediction even more intriguing. McCollum appeared on ESPN’s “First Take” Wednesday and offered up his thoughts on whether …

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Did CJ McCollum call out Zion Williamson after Pelicans’ loss?

The New Orleans Pelicans’ season came to a disappointing end on Wednesday with a play-in loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, and much of the discussion postgame centered around the health and playing status of Zion Williamson. Williamson missed …

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CJ McCollum had funny way of confirming Kevin Durant trade

The Phoenix Suns’ Kevin Durant trade took much of the NBA world by surprise, players included. That is why one player went straight to the source upon learning the news. New Orleans Pelicans guard CJ McCollum shared a funny story of how he …

Joe Cronin at a Blazers game

Report: Warriors believe Blazers misled another team in previous trade

The Golden State Warriors say the Portland Trail Blazers withheld pertinent information when the two sides agreed to a trade for Gary Payton II last week, and there are reportedly some who believe that is not the first time the Blazers have …

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CJ McCollum hints at troubling issues for 1 rival team

One of the more well-connected players in the NBA is spilling some tea this week about a rival team. In the most recent episode of his self-titled podcast, New Orleans Pelicans guard CJ McCollum hinted at some concerning potential issues for the …

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CJ McCollum agrees to contract extension with Pelicans

CJ McCollum has not played for the New Orleans Pelicans for very long, but he is clearly comfortable enough with his experience to extend his stay. McCollum agreed to a two-year, $64 million contract extension with the Pelicans, according to Adrian …

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CJ McCollum has interesting description for guarding Steph Curry, Warriors

Steph Curry is one of the more difficult players in the NBA to guard due to his ball-handling skills and ability to make shots from practically anywhere on the court. CJ McCollum has plenty of experience defending Curry, and had a cosmic analogy to …

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Prominent NBA guard joining ESPN as analyst

Draymond Green is no longer the only active NBA player to be moonlighting as an analyst. ESPN announced Monday that New Orleans Pelicans guard CJ McCollum has officially joined the network as an NBA analyst. McCollum is signing a multi-platform deal …

Zion Williamson at a press conference

CJ McCollum has curious comments about new teammate Zion Williamson

Zion Williamson is not exactly Captain Friendly from the looks of it. New Orleans Pelicans shooting guard CJ McCollum spoke with TNT at NBA All-Star Weekend and had a curious response when asked about his relationship thus far with his new teammate …

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CJ McCollum traded to Pelicans from Trail Blazers

The Portland Trail Blazers have had one of the best backcourts in the NBA for nearly 10 years, but they are ready to break it up. CJ McCollum is on the verge of being traded to the New Orleans Pelicans for a package that includes Josh Hart and draft …

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Blazers not done dealing ahead of trade deadline?

The Portland Trail Blazers made the first significant trade in the leadup to the NBA trade deadline on Thursday. Some around the league reportedly believe they aren’t done, either. Many executives believe the Blazers will trade guard CJ …

Zion Williamson at a press conference

Report: Pelicans eyeing 1 particular star to pair with Zion Williamson

The New Orleans Pelicans appear to have one player in mind to play the role of Bullwinkle to Zion Williamson’s Rocky. Bleacher Report’s Eric Pincus reported on Monday that the Pelicans are heading into the trade deadline as a buyer that …

CJ McCollum

Report: CJ McCollum in danger of being traded for 1 big reason

After nine seasons with the Portland Trail Blazers, the sand may be running out in CJ McCollum’s hourglass. Veteran NBA writer Marc Stein said this week on his Substack that there is growing speculation that the Blazers could finally be ready …

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