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Pelicans to hardball Zion Williamson in contract talks?

New Orleans is known as “The Big Easy,” but their contract negotiations with Zion Williamson this summer may be anything but. Brian Windhorst of ESPN reported this week on the impending contract talks between Williamson and the New …

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Pelicans have promising update on Zion Williamson

The New Orleans Pelicans had a successful 2021-2022 season that culminated in a first-round playoff loss to the Phoenix Suns. The team played the entire season without former first-round pick Zion Williamson due to injury, but that shouldn’t be …

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Pelicans share big news after promising season

The New Orleans Pelicans were one of the NBA’s feel-good stories this season, and many are betting that the good times will keep rolling next season as well. The Pelicans announced some big news this week following the completion of their …

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Zion Williamson answers whether he wants to sign extension with Pelicans

Zion Williamson has long been the subject of rumors regarding his future in New Orleans, but he tried to put some of those to rest on Friday. The Pelicans star told the media that he would eagerly sign an extension with the team whenever it is …

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Pelicans’ home playoff game encounters unique scheduling conflict

The New Orleans Pelicans’ unlikely playoff run created an even more unlikely scheduling conflict this week at their home arena. Smoothie King Center, home of the Pelicans, faced a unique issue because of the team’s first-round playoff …

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Zion Williamson at odds with Pelicans over return to lineup?

After a relatively quiet last few months, the toxic relationship between Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans may be rearing its head again. Andrew Lopez of ESPN reported Friday that there is currently a “difference of opinion” …

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Pelicans waited 3 years to get revenge on Anthony Davis and finally did

The New Orleans Pelicans waited a long time to get some revenge on Anthony Davis for forcing a trade to the Los Angeles Lakers. On Tuesday night, they finally got their chance. The Lakers lost to the Phoenix Suns 121-110 on Tuesday to officially be …

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Reporter thinks Pelicans will trade Zion Williamson

One reporter believes that Zion Williamson could meet the same fate as fellow ex-No. 1 overall picks like Markelle Fultz and Andrew Wiggins. Boardroom’s Jordan Schultz appeared this week on “The Dan Patrick Show” and said that he …

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Pelicans issue surprising Zion Williamson update

Amid the torrential downpour of bad news with Zion Williamson’s health this season, the New Orleans Pelicans are finally getting a welcome reprieve. The Pelicans announced Wednesday that recent imaging showed improved bone healing in …

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Zion Williamson appears to respond to rumors that he is a bad teammate

The increasingly reclusive Zion Williamson is making a rare appearance this week, albeit on social media. The New Orleans Pelicans star reposted an Instagram message on Thursday from teammate Willy Hernangomez saying that they had Williamson’s …

Zion Williamson shooting in practice

Reason for Zion Williamson’s ‘detachment’ from Pelicans reportedly revealed

The relationship between Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans does not appear to be in a good place, and one of the reported reasons for that may not surprise you. Christian Clark of NOLA.com published a behind-the-scenes look at the issues …

Zion Williamson at a press conference

Did Pelicans drop ominous hint about Zion Williamson’s future with them?

The New Orleans Pelicans sent a notable message this week that many did not see as a coincidence. The team issued an email to their season ticket holders to promote renewal packages for the 2022-23 NBA season. In the email, the team name-dropped …

Zion Williamson shooting in practice

Pelicans showing more pessimism about Zion Williamson?

If you bought puts on Zion Williamson stock, you are probably making a killing right now. Speaking Thursday on “Get Up,” Brian Windhorst of ESPN reported that the New Orleans Pelicans coaching staff and players became aware a couple of …

CJ McCollum

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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Pelicans teammates had awesome gesture for rookie Jose Alvarado

Some of Jose Alvarado’s teammates really took care of him over the last week. Alvarado is a New York native, and his New Orleans Pelicans played in the boroughs over the last week. Alvarado had family nearby that wanted to watch him play. …

Zion Williamson at a press conference

Zion Williamson, Pelicans disconnected over rehab?

The three words to best describe Zion Williamson’s continued rehab process may very well be “Not great, Bob.” The New Orleans Pelicans announced on Jan. 5 that Williamson, who has not played all season due to a foot injury, would be …

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