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The New Orleans Pelicans will visit the Denver Nuggets on Wednesday night. Zion Williamson is on the injury report for the second straight game for New Orleans, currently listed as probable with a left foot bone contusion. Here’s everything we know about Williamson’s injury and his playing status vs the Nuggets. *Watch NBA games LIVE […]

On Monday evening, the New Orleans Pelicans dropped to 0-3 with a home loss at the hands of the Boston Celtics. One could almost hear a collective audible groan from the Pelicans’ fanbase when it was announced that star Zion Williamson would miss this game due to a foot injury. Injuries of course have been […]

The Boston Celtics were expected to struggle more than usual heading into the 2025-26 regular season, but not so much so that they made history. The C’s hadn’t gotten off to a 0-4 start since the 1970-71 campaign. However, heading into a Monday night showdown with the New Orleans Pelicans, there was a chance they’d […]

As New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson was questionable heading into Monday night’s game against the Boston Celtics, his status for the contest is revealed. While the injuries pile up for the Pelicans, add Williamson to the list as he will be out for the game, according to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints. “Zion Williamson is […]

Just one game into the 2025-26 season, Willie Green found himself addressing a painfully familiar narrative with resigned acceptance. The embattled New Orleans Pelicans coach, standing before reporters after Zion Williamson’s squad was taunted by Ja Morant’s Memphis Grizzlies, delivered the same message repeated throughout his tenure. It was expected since Kevon Looney, Karlo Matkovic, […]

As New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson continues to try to make an impact, his status is now up in the air for Monday night’s contest against the Boston Celtics. Despite the loss, the Pelicans’ forward in Williamson posterized Victor Wembanyama last Friday in the 120-116 loss to the San Antonio Spurs, showing off his […]

The New Orleans Pelicans have gotten off to a rough start to the 2025 NBA season, currently sitting at 0-2 after their most recent home loss to the San Antonio Spurs. The Pelicans are still working to integrate some new pieces into the fold, including Jordan Poole, whom the team acquired from the Washington Wizards […]

The opening moments of an NBA game can often reveal a team’s intentions. For the family-focused New Orleans Pelicans, their starting defensive strategy in the season opener sent a clear message: Zion Williamson is being asked to lead on both ends of the court. On the second play of the game, the All-Star forward blitzed to […]

New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III has joined the growing list of NBA players expressing concern over the league’s relationship with gambling, offering a pointed critique following his team’s 120-116 overtime loss to the San Antonio Spurs. Murphy, who finished with 24 points, 10 rebounds, seven assists, and three steals in 37 minutes, addressed […]

Zion Williamson had an insane dunk on Victor Wembanyama during the New Orleans Pelicans’ matchup against the San Antonio Spurs on Friday night. Williamson has begun his seventh year in the NBA, looking to be at his most healthy since the 2023-24 campaign. He’s dealt with weight and injury issues throughout his young career, arguably […]

Stephon Castle drilled a game-tying 3-pointer with under 25 seconds left in regulation to force overtime against the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday, sparking a wild finish and sending the Smoothie King Center into a frenzy. The San Antonio Spurs guard stepped into the shot and buried the triple from the left wing after a […]

For an NBA rookie, the initial whirlwind of preseason games, new cities, and facing off against childhood idols can be overwhelming. For New Orleans Pelicans new go-to guard Jeremiah Fears, the antidote to that chaos has been a simple, powerful constant: family. Over a dozen family members gathered in Memphis to watch the 19-year-old’s NBA […]

Allen Iverson’s shadow looms large over basketball’s pantheon, a six-foot-flat blur of cornrows, crossovers, and unyielding heart that redefined the scoring guard position. Two decades later, another undersized assassin with a penchant for pull-ups steps into that lineage, not by imitation, but by inheritance. At least that is how the New Orleans Pelicans hope things […]

After the New Orleans Pelicans lost to the Memphis Grizzlies, 128-122, the team would go ahead and make a move that fans are likely to be excited about. As Zion Williamson and the Pelicans after the Grizzlies’ loss are looking to exceed expectations, the team signed veteran center DeAndre Jordan, according to Shams Charania of […]

It takes a lot to push through the professional mask athletes wear on game night. However, a shout following pregame warmups would stick with Zion Williamson’s New Orleans Pelicans until long after the final buzzer. For just a few seconds before facing Ja Morant’s trash-talking Memphis Grizzlies, the night belonged to a simple, good-natured moment. […]

The FedEx Forum’s Grind City fans were all grins as Tuomas Iisalo’s first NBA Opening Night win was winding down. However, the night needed a capping moment to keep the conversations buzzing around Beale Street. Thankfully, with mere seconds separating Zion Williamson’s new-look New Orleans Pelicans from a frustrating, season-opening loss, Ja Morant decided to […]

Zion Williamson had a remarkable highlight during the New Orleans Pelicans’ preseason matchup against the Orlando Magic on Thursday night. Williamson is preparing for his sixth season in the NBA. He looks to have the healthiest campaign of his career after missing 53 games last season due to injuries. Williamson lost weight throughout the offseason […]

New Orleans Pelicans veteran Kevon Looney suffered a left knee injury in the Pelicans’ 130-128 preseason loss to the Houston Rockets on Tuesday. The Pelicans signed Looney to a two-year deal during the offseason. The three-time champion spent his entire eight-year career with the Golden State Warriors before joining New Orleans ahead of his ninth […]

One thing about New Orleans Pelicans star forward Zion Williamson is that, regardless of his weight, he can always defy gravity. The slimmer version of the former Duke Blue Devils star took to the skies in the third quarter of Tuesday night’s NBA preseason showdown against the Houston Rockets, letting everyone know that he is […]

NBA preseason is a time for teams to re-integrate new pieces, for players to jell with one another, and for everyone to get up to game speed. This is not the time to let emotions run high, considering how, in the grand scheme of the 2025-26 season, these games carry so little meaning. But don’t […]

The New Orleans Pelicans are looking to at least threaten for a playoff spot in the loaded Western Conference, which is no small undertaking considering how much change the team underwent this past year or so. Gone are Brandon Ingram and CJ McCollum, Dejounte Murray remains on the shelf with a ruptured Achilles, and coming […]

Even though the Charlotte Bobcats franchise is the most recent expansion entry into the NBA, the New Orleans Pelicans franchise carries the least amount of history. When the Bobcats rebranded into the Hornets in 2014, they reclaimed the history of the Charlotte Hornets franchise that originated in 1988. This means that the former Hornets that […]

The New Orleans Pelicans have been in Australia this week, taking part in some preseason basketball. It’s all been in an effort to get this Pelicans team ready to go for a 2025-26 season that will kick off in less than three weeks against the Memphis Grizzlies. One of the Pelicans’ big additions this offseason […]

The New Orleans Pelicans are in Australia as a part of their preseason journey, but people in the States seem to be excited about what they’ve seen so far. In their preseason opener against Melbourne United, Zion Williamson slowly came alive in just 16 minutes, finishing with 15 points, five assists, and two steals. There […]

It has become almost an annual ritual. Every offseason, fans will get hyped as New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williams shows off his improved physique. Then a video of him dunking will go viral. But when the season rolls around, Williamson will get sidelined by a major injury. Williamson once again displayed a skinnier frame […]

The New Orleans Pelicans are heading into the 2025-26 NBA season with renewed optimism, and much of that confidence stems from the man who remains the centerpiece of their franchise: Zion Williamson. After an offseason where the Pelicans reshaped their roster, added depth in free agency, and had a strong showing in the 2025 NBA […]

Apparently, Toronto Raptors forward Brandon Ingram values loyalty a tremendous amount. The 2020 All-Star and Most Improved Player of the Year expressed as much when he took a needless shot at his former team’s fan base at Monday’s NBA media day. “The most impressive thing for me is seeing every seat in the arena filled […]

The New Orleans Pelicans enter the 2025-26 NBA season under the weight of skepticism. Injuries, inconsistent team chemistry, and a new-look roster built by Joe Dumars have left national outlets dismissing their chances of becoming a true contender in the West. Yet, beneath the criticism and the doubts, one player is poised to shock the […]

With the Los Angeles Clippers preparing for the 2025-26 season, there is no doubt that the headlines around the team have highlighted its unconventional ways of treating its cap space. As the rumors around the Clippers and star Kawhi Leonard will continue, an NBA insider has an idea that could land the team New Orleans […]

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson hasn’ felt this good since college, he said about his weightloss, which was downplayed by former NBA guard and podcast host, Jeff Teague. After making headlines over the summer, Williamson’s new figure wowed reporters at Media Day. Pelicans forward Trey Murphy commended Zion for his hardwork, adding the veteran […]

The start of training camp is nearly upon us, with media day having come and gone for a New Orleans Pelicans team that will be traveling to Australia to start their preseason journey. The Pelicans will be raring to redeem themselves from a 21-win 2024-25 season, and they continue to believe that Zion Williamson is […]

New Orleans Pelicans big man Zion Williamson has received a lot of criticism over the years about his weight. At Pelicans Media Day Tuesday, Williamson took questions while showing a slimmed-down physique. Zion Williamson looking slim at Pelicans Media Day 👀 (📸: @SethLewisInc) pic.twitter.com/lcppmLaSTF — ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) September 23, 2025 When asked about his physical […]

The New Orleans Pelicans are about a month away from a 2025-26 season that could be a make or break one as it pertains to the Zion Williamson era. Last year’s campaign was essentially lost due to injuries, and if things don’t turn around in 2025, the front office might have no choice but to […]

Pressure is being brought to bear on Zion Williamson in the lead-up to the season. The New Orleans Pelicans veteran is expected to be accountable this year to remain in good shape and standing. At the same time, there is a plethora of doubters as to whether Williamson and the Pelicans can remain healthy. It […]

Jordan Poole didn’t hold back when asked about his reunion with former Golden State Warriors teammate Kevon Looney. Speaking during New Orleans Pelicans Media Day on Tuesday, the 25-year-old guard expressed excitement about teaming up with Looney again while also taking a subtle jab at his former team, the Washington Wizards. “I’m super excited, man. […]

New Orleans Pelicans head coach Willie Green emphasized the importance of accountability from Zion Williamson as the team held its annual Media Day ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season. “I love it. We’ve had a lot of man to man conversations,” Williamson said, on embracing the accountability Joe Dumars and the new front office preached […]

The New Orleans Pelicans are currently gearing up for the upcoming 2025-26 NBA season, which is set to begin in under a month. As is usually the case with New Orleans, the team’s chances of success rise and fall with the play and availability of Zion Williamson, both of which have become increasingly large question […]

No adjective would come closer to describing the New Orleans Pelicans’ 2024-25 season than the word “nightmare”. Or perhaps “abhorrent” would be much more suitable. Whatever the case may be, it’s clear that the Pelicans did not expect to win just 21 games last season, especially not after they acquired Dejounte Murray to supplement their […]

With fans locking in their predictions for the New Orleans Pelicans’ upcoming 2025-26 season, there is no doubt that the team will be once again led by star Zion Williamson. Though there had been trade speculation around the Pelicans’ young star, Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations Joe Dumars would give insight into the conversations […]