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Pelicans VP makes interesting statement about Zion Williamson at Media Day

The New Orleans Pelicans swear that this time around will finally be different with Zion Williamson. At the team’s Media Day on Monday, Pelicans executive vice president David Griffin addressed the status of the star forward Williamson. In his …

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Pelicans suffer yet another unlucky offseason injury

When it rains, it pours for the New Orleans Pelicans. Shams Charania of The Athletic reported on Sunday that Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado suffered an ankle sprain during a workout over the weekend. Charania adds that the injury now places …

Trey Murphy III in his Pelicans uniform

Pelicans reveal recovery timetable for injured Trey Murphy III

The New Orleans Pelicans will have to brace themselves for several months without Trigga Trey. The Pelicans announced Thursday that forward Trey Murphy III has undergone a successful partial meniscectomy and also gotten a biologic injection in his …

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Report: Pelicans have significant concern over injury to key starter

If it is not one injury woe for the New Orleans Pelicans, it is another. ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reported Wednesday on the status of Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III. It was revealed earlier this week that Murphy had suffered a meniscus …

David Griffin looking on

Pelicans likely to trade their former lottery pick?

As the New Orleans Pelicans continue to waffle on Zion Williamson’s future, they may be taking more decisive action with a different player. Veteran NBA reporter Marc Stein wrote this week on Substack that guard Kira Lewis Jr. appears to be the …

Damian Lillard in a Blazers jersey

Report: At least 4 other teams have inquired about Damian Lillard trade

The Miami Heat are by far linked most to a Damian Lillard trade, but a new report suggests at least four other teams have reached out to the Portland Trail Blazers about a potential deal. Bleacher Report’s Chris Haynes reported Monday on the …

Zion Williamson holds a ball

Reporter dishes on bad relationship between Pelicans, Zion Williamson

The New Orleans Pelicans appear to be souring on Zion Williamson. There have been numerous reports already this offseason that the Pelicans are open to trading Williamson. The former No. 1 overall pick’s health is probably a big reason for …

Zion Williamson in a Pelicans jersey

Report: Pelicans seriously considering Zion Williamson trade

The chatter about the New Orleans Pelicans potentially trading Zion Williamson seems to be more than just rumors. A report this week said that the Pelicans would consider trading Williamson in order to move up to draft Scoot Henderson. ESPN’s …

Zion Williamson holds a ball

Pelicans part ways with Zion Williamson favorite

Another ominous sign is emerging for Zion Williamson in New Orleans. Shams Charania of The Athletic reported on Thursday that the Pelicans are parting with Basketball Hall of Famer Teresa Weatherspoon. She had served as an assistant coach in New …

Zion Williamson smiling

Pelicans considering blockbuster Zion Williamson trade?

After four years of ups and (mostly) downs, the New Orleans Pelicans may be ready to end the Zion Williamson era once and for all. Veteran NBA reporter Marc Stein wrote on Substack this week that a “well-placed” source believes New …

Scoot Henderson in a jersey

Report: Western Conference playoff team trying to trade up for Scoot Henderson

Scoot Henderson has a suitor from well outside his projected range. Shams Charania of The Athletic is reporting on Monday that the New Orleans Pelicans are expected to aggressively pursue a top pick in this month’s NBA Draft, potentially No. 2 …

Zion Williamson holds a ball

David Griffin sends message to Zion Williamson about his fitness

The New Orleans Pelicans do not seem to be hiding their frustration with Zion Williamson over his inability to play, particularly regarding the fitness issues that are contributing to his absences. Pelicans president David Griffin defended Williamson …

Lu Dort contesting a Brandon Ingram shot

NBA delivers verdict on controversial no-call in Pelicans-Thunder play-in game

The NBA has officially rendered its judgment on the controversial sequence at the end of Wednesday’s play-in tournament game. With the New Orleans Pelicans trailing the Oklahoma City Thunder by four points in the closing seconds, Pelicans …

CJ McCollum warming up

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 …

Zion Williamson holds a ball

Zion Williamson’s status for play-in tournament revealed

The New Orleans Pelicans clinched at least a play-in tournament spot with their win over the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday night, but it does not sound like Zion Williamson will be able to help them in it. Williamson is not expected to return by the …

Zion Williamson holds a ball

Pelicans share update on Zion Williamson

The New Orleans Pelicans have finally shared a positive update on Zion Williamson’s health. The Pelicans on Wednesday announced that Williamson had his right hamstring strain re-evaluated and has been cleared to return to on-court activities. …

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