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Los Angeles LakersDavid Stern calls Pelicans' Dell Demps a 'lousy general manager' after explaining nixed Chris Paul trade

Former NBA commissioner David Stern finally provided some much-needed clarity on Chris Paul’s vetoed trade to the Los Angeles Lakers, a move that would have paired him with the since-retired Kobe Bryant and written a complete different chapter in league history. His explanation, though clear, took a veiled shot at standing New Orleans Pelicans general […]

New Orleans PelicansPelicans will shore up wing via midseason trade

The New Orleans Pelicans wasted no time rebuilding their lineup after the departure of DeMarcus Cousins and Rajon Rondo this summer. By adding the likes of Julius Randle, Elfrid Payton, and Jahlil Okafor, the Pelicans are definitely looking to build on last season’s accomplishments. The Pelicans appear to be all set to start the season, […]

New Orleans PelicansDeMarcus Cousins says only he, Pelicans GM Dell Demps know what happened in contract negotiations

The media didn’t take long to ask DeMarcus Cousins about his contract negotiations with New Orleans Pelicans general manager Dell Demps upon his introductory press conference. The big man was reportedly irate by the disrespectful offer from the front office, one that ultimately paved the way for his decision to sign with the Golden State […]

New Orleans PelicansPelicans GM Dell Demps excited about new signings rather than DeMarcus Cousins, Rajon Rondo exits

The New Orleans Pelicans lost two valuable starters in center DeMarcus Cousins and point guard Rajon Rondo, yet their front office, led by general manager Dell Demps, is now dwelling on their departures, rather excited about the signings they made to replace them, according to Scott Kushner of Pelicans.com. The Pels snagged Julius Randle and […]

New Orleans PelicansPelicans GM Dell Demps putting G-League plans on hold

The New Orleans Pelicans are one of only three teams that don’t have control of their own G League team, but that was to change next season. However, Pelicans general manager Dell Demps recently revealed that the team will have to wait a bit longer for that to happen, per Adam Johnson of 2ways10days.com relaying an […]

New Orleans PelicansPelicans to keep both GM Dell Demps, coach Alvin Gentry for next season

The New Orleans Pelicans are set to enter the offseason following their second straight year missing the playoffs. This also marks the fifth time in the last six seasons that the franchise has fallen short of reaching the playoffs. New Orleans has a few huge decisions to make that could have a major impact on […]

New Orleans PelicansReport: Jrue Holiday to return to action on Friday vs. Blazers

The New Orleans Pelicans are nearing a return to normalcy as starting point guard Jrue Holiday is set to return to the court on Friday when they host the Portland Trail Blazers, GM Dell Demps told ESPN’s Justin Verrier. Holiday has been absent from the team for the last couple months to tend to his […]

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