New Orleans Pelicans vs. Melbourne United - October 03, 2025

How AJ Johnson Could Factor Into Pelicans' Plans After TradeWhen the New Orleans Pelicans struck a deal last week to move guard Jordan Hawkins, many supporters frowned on the assets the team surrendered. Along with Hawki

Pelicans Two-Way Signing Could Be Much More Than That This SeasonWith training camp less than a month away, the New Orleans Pelicans roster is set, including its training camp invitees and two-way players. The Pelicans signed

What Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen Can Learn From Chris Paul and Anthony Davis in Year 2Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen don't have to turn into former franchise cornerstones Chris Paul and Anthony Davis overnight. However, the second-year performanc

New NBA Salary Cap ProjectionsThe 2027-28 season is expected to contain a $176M salary cap (The Athletic)

Bargain NBA Free Agents 🏷️5 players that could upgrade rosters on the cheap ➡️

Five Reasons for Optimism About the Pelicans in 2026-27Any optimism surrounding the New Orleans Pelicans must be measured. This team won 26 games last season and still has significant questions about shooting, size,

The Ideal Next Step for Derik Queen With Pelicans Is Clear Derik Queen's rookie season gave New Orleans Pelicans fans plenty of reasons to imagine what he could become. He made history against the San Antonio Spurs, rec

Pelicans Trading Away Micah Peavy Is More Than Just a Small LossThe New Orleans Pelicans facilitated a trade earlier this week that sent former No. 14 overall pick Jordan Hawkins to the Memphis Grizzlies. In return, the Peli

Ranking the NBA's Top 10 Trade Targets 🎯Why Trey Murphy III could be on the move this season 📲

NBA 'Specter' Jerseys Revealed8 of the league's oldest franchises getting custom Nike edition threads

Pelicans' Rotation Crunch Will Test Jamahl Mosley's CreativityJamahl Mosley's most difficult preseason assignment may be finding enough minutes for everyone on the New Orleans Pelicans' roster. An NBA team has 240 regulati

Hot Take for the Pelicans 🔥A prediction for the upcoming year as a wild offseason nears its end 📲

Zion Williamson and 3 Other Pelicans With the Most at Stake This SeasonThe New Orleans Pelicans will enter the 2026-27 season with a new head coach, a slightly revamped roster, and no shortage of unanswered questions. Several playe

Warriors Must Avoid Jordan Poole Mistake with Brandin PodziemskiAfter winning the 2022 NBA championship, the Golden State Warriors had a Jordan Poole decision to make. They could either let the scoring guard play out the 20

What Could Go Right and Wrong for Pelicans With Bennedict Mathurin This SeasonThe Pelicans have injected new life into a relatively unchanged roster by inking Bennedict Mathurin this summer. Adding one of the league's top free agents is a

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Nike & NBA Reveal New Gear 🔥Each team getting unique warmup, practice and travel collection

Derik Queen's Viral X Post 😂Pels big man has light-hearted response to fan questioning his long-term potential

Can Micah Peavy stick around in Memphis?The Grizzlies didn't make decisions any easier regarding their roster crunch by adding two more quality players fighting for a handful of open spots, and if I h

Jordan Hawkins Trade is Latest Example of How Costly Pelicans' Aggressive Approach Has BeenWhen Joe Dumars took over the New Orleans Pelicans, there was little question that changes needed to be made. The Pelicans were coming off a 21-win season. The

Insider Explains Pelicans-Grizzlies Trade

Jake Fischer reveals how deal allows Pels to sign Mathurin but requires Memphis to cut 4 players

Fresh NBA Offseason Scoops👂

👨‍⚖️ Clippers, Kawhi fallout 👑 Sabonis on trade block? 📳 LIVE with insider Jake Fischer

Wizards Miss on Pelicans Trade Opportunity, but Continue Dining on AJ Johnson AssessmentThe Washington Wizards' balance between on- and off-court assets hasn't been this harmonious in years. Their draft pick stockpile is just as full as it's been t

Pelicans Trade Grade: Hawkins, Peavy Sent Packing to Grizzlies in 4-Player DealThe Pelicans made some noise by trading Jordan Hawkins and Micah Peavy to the Grizzlies on Tuesday, resulting in this trade grade from SI's Terry Kimble.

Trade grade: Memphis Grizzlies acquire Jordan Hawkins from New Orleans PelicansThe Memphis Grizzlies have acquired guard Jordan Hawkins, guard Micah Peavy, a future second-round pick and a future second-round pick swap for guard AJ Johnson

Pels, Grizz Make Trade 🤝Jordan Hawkins headlines package going to Memphis for AJ Johnson and Taj Gibson. Shams has details 📲

Top NBA Free Agents Available 🙋Ranking 10 best players still on the market 📲

Teams That Blew It This Offseason 😮‍💨5 squads that messed up their chance to build this summer

Why There's Quiet Reason for Pelicans to Be Excited for Bryce McGowens The New Orleans Pelicans organization has generated little excitement over the last couple of years. After winning 49 games during the 2023-2024 season, the sec

Which Pelicans Tryout Player Has the Best Chance of Making Team?Training camp is less than a month away for the New Orleans Pelicans, which unofficially marks the start of the NBA season. New Orleans enters the year with a f

De'Aaron Fox Trade Idea 💡Blockbuster proposal to get Spurs over the hump 📲

NBA Punishes ClippersLeague strips 5 1st-rd picks, suspends and fines Steve Ballmer $30M while ordering Kawhi to pay $700K in restitution

Yves Missi Is Pelican Who Could Make Biggest Leap in 2026-27There are a few reasons that Pelicans fans should expect the young center to make a leap under new head coach Jamahl Mosley.

3 Biggest Challenges Facing Jamahl Mosley in 1st Year With Pelicans When the New Orleans Pelicans chose Jamahl Mosley as their new head coach, it was clear both sides needed a change. The Pelicans were coming off a disastrous 26

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Mock Expansion Draft Protections 🔮Which players would the Pelicans protect if expansion happened today? 📲

Insider: Mathurin Longtime Target for Pels 🔎

Jake Fischer reveals how former Pacers, Clippers guard ended up in NOLA

New NBA Offseason Rumors👂

💰 Pistons' offer to Jalen Duren ♨️ What's going on with Blazers? 📳 Insider Jake Fischer was live

Best Player at Every Age 👑The top guys from ages 19 to 41 heading into 2026-27 📲

The One Bet the Pelicans Are Making on Player DevelopmentThe organization believes the answer to development is the new coaching staff.

How the Bennedict Mathurin Addition Changes the Pelicans' Rotation Mathurin's arrival in New Orleans will no doubt change lineups on a nightly basis.

The Bennedict Mathurin Deal Still Leaves Pelicans Roster With More Questions Than AnswersThe Pelicans adding Bennedict Mathurin isn’t the worst move in the world, but still leaves us with more questions than answers about New Orleans’s goals.

NBA 2K27 Review 📝Gameplay impressions, videos and top features from latest edition 📲

Knicks Just Had Salt Rubbed in Their Yves Missi Trade WoundThe Knicks' failed attempt to trade for Yves Missi already hurts, but the sting just got worse with the latest development.

Biggest Pelicans Priority Before Camp (And How to Address It)With the regular season less than two months away, the Pelicans must solve this issue immediately.

Future NBA Power Rankings 📊Predicting best teams over next 3 years 📲

Pelicans' Bennedict Mathurin Signing Puts Young Guard on the Chopping BlockPelicans' Mathurin addition puts them over the roster limit, meaning someone is on the way out.

Updated NBA Power Rankings 📊How Kuminga signing with Wolves impacts rest of the league 📲

Nike Drops NBA Teaser 🍿Reveal coming on Sept. 15 🎥

What Bennedict Mathurin Brings to the PelicansThe Pelicans' newest addition could use his best skill to help New Orleans win games immediately.

One Fringe Pelicans Asset for the Wizards to Sneak Out of the Bennedict Mathurin SigningThe New Orleans Pelicans are a team whom the Washington Wizards have grown comfortable engaging with over the last year, and not just due to their close proximi

Bennedict Mathurin Lands Bargain Deal With Pelicans — Will Pacers Regret Letting Him Go?Bennedict Mathurin has been a restricted free agent for nearly two months, but just signed a 2-year $16 million deal with the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday

Bulls Watch Bennedict Mathurin Sign Cheap Deal with the Pelicans – Right Move?The Chicago Bulls and Bennedict Mathurin rumors have officially come to an end. Earlier this offseason, the organization was tied to the restricted free agent

Grading the Pelicans' Bennedict Mathurin SigningNew Orleans finally made a significant addition. Was it a good move?

Pels to Sign Mathurin for $16MFormer Clippers guard joining NOLA on 2-yr deal (Shams)

Sneaky Trade Candidates to Watch 👀Zion, more potential trade targets no one is talking about 📲

One Pelicans Lineup to Look Forward to Next Season Now that the New Orleans Pelicans have filled their 15-man roster and no more moves seem imminent, attention turns to the best way new head coach Jamahl Moslet

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Offseason Overreactions for Every Team 🤨What all of the NBA's wild offseason activity will actually mean this season 📲

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Knicks' Failed Karlo Matkovic Trade Attempt Isn't a Total LossThe Knicks reportedly tried to trade for Pelicans C Karlo Matkovic, and while it didn't work out, it actually plants a seed for a deal to sprout down the line.

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Looney's Wedding Photos 💍Veteran center ties the knot with fitness model Mariah Simone Winston 📸

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Every Team's Best New Weapon 💪Bold predictions for each squad's recent offseason additions ➡️

Hunter Dickinson’s Release Is a Dream Come True for KnicksIt's become clearer by the day that the New York Knicks' best move at center is to wait and see which big men might become available before opening night. Sever

Predicting Every Team's Best Player in 2029 🔮These players are poised to run the NBA three years from now 📲

The Most Important Task for Jamahl Mosley in Training CampThe newly hired Pelicans head coach has some important work to accomplish during training camp.

Dejounte Murray's Development in 1 Area Could Be a Big Swing Factor for PelicansWith the NBA season about two months away, the New Orleans Pelicans begin preparation under new head coach Jamahl Mosley. One of his first tasks will be figurin

Why Jamahl Mosley's Pelicans Pose an Instant Trap Game for MagicThe Jamahl Mosley era for the Orlando Magic came to an end this offseason after losing in Game 7 to the Detroit Pistons in the first round of the playoffs. The

Re-Drafting 2021-25 Classes 🔄See where Murphy and Fears land in our five-year NBA re-draft 📲

Undrafted Rookie Inks Two-Way Deal with New Orleans PelicansAfter not being selected in the 2026 NBA Draft, Malik Dia will start his NBA career in New Orleans.

Most Important Reserve on the Pelicans Next SeasonAn underrated backup will have an important role for the 2026-27 Pelicans.

Pels Waive Hunter Dickinson

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RT @MikeAScotto: The New Orleans Pelicans have waived two-way center Hunter Dickinson, league sources told @hoopshype. The former Michigan…

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The New Orleans Pelicans have waived two-way center Hunter Dickinson, league sources told @hoopshype. The former Michigan and Kansas star averaged 17.6 points on 59% shooting from the field and 39% from 3-point range with 10.9 rebounds and 2.3 assists in the G League last season.

NBA Teams Better or Worse 🔮📈 Sixers on the rise 🫩 Spurs hangover? 📲 Predictions for all 30 teams

Pelicans' Biggest X-Factor Heading Into the 2026-2027 NBA Season Herb Jones' healthy return could play a large role in the Pelicans' success.

What Does the Trendon Watford Signing Mean for the Pelicans' Rotation?New Orleans' addition of another frontcourt piece means there will be a hard-fought battle for minutes.

1 Realistic Trade the Pelicans Could Still Make Before the SeasonThe Pelicans can still turn Jordan Poole's expiring contract into a valuable player.

Early Betting Odds for NBA Awards 🏆Favorites, dark-horse candidates and predictions 📲

Hali Rips Schedule Release 😅Safe to say he's not thrilled to face the Pelicans on opening night

Players Most Likely to be in HOF 🤩25 active stars destined for basketball immortality

Players With Most to Prove 🧐1 name on every team to keep an eye on this season

Westbrook Marks End of Era 💔Your childhood heroes are all retiring 🥹📲

The Move Pelicans Fans Are Waiting For Isn't ComingWith two months until the start of the NBA season for the New Orleans Pelicans, many onlookers are puzzled by the lack of movement this summer from them. After

Pelicans' Three Biggest Weaknesses Next SeasonThe start of the NBA season is quickly approaching for the New Orleans Pelicans, and the recent schedule reveal puts into focus just how soon that might be. Wit

Pelicans' 3 Biggest Strengths Next SeasonWith the NBA season a little over two months away, the New Orleans Pelicans seem rather content with a wait-and-see approach to the upcoming year. The team chos

Pelicans' Record Prediction 🔮Assessing every NBA team after schedule release 📲

Every Team's Schedule Video 🎬Hawks' reveal is epic 🎥

Full 2026-27 NBA Schedule 🗓️Tap to see all 82 of your favorite team’s matchups 📲

Biggest Flaw in the Pelicans Roster They Can't Afford to IgnoreThe hopeful summer of change was anything but for the New Orleans Pelicans. While a host of NBA teams made moves this offseason to bolster their roster, the Pel

2008 Re-Draft After Russ Retires 🔄How D-Rose, Westbrook, more stack up in a re-do 📲

2008 NBA Draft Stat 💔Russ' retirement leaves just 2 players left

2026 NBA Cup Schedule 🗓️Dates and TV info for group stage and bracket play 📲

Early 2027 NBA Mock Draft 🔮Next year's class is stacked with talent. Full 2-round projections 📲

NBA Schedule Releases ThursdayOpening week and Christmas slate will be revealed on Tuesday

Pelicans Will Regret Not Trading Herb Jones This SummerThis offseason may have been the best time to turn Herb Jones into future assets.

Most Likely Pelicans Player to be Traded Between Now and Start of SeasonDespite a quiet offseason, the Pelicans could still pull off a trade of a former first-round pick.

1 Major Question for Every Team 🤔Biggest unknowns for each squad coming out of the NBA offseason

3 Pelicans X-Factors Who Can Help Them Exceed Expectations Next SeasonWho will be the biggest swing factors that can make or break the Pelicans' season?

Every Position's Most Overpaid Players 💸Joel Embiid, more big names who aren't living up to their deals 📲

2016 NBA Re-Draft 🔄How Jaylen Brown, Brandon Ingram and more stack up 10 years later 📲

2026-27 NBA Schedule UpdateLeague on course to announce full schedule next week (Stein)

Perfect Pelicans Target Is Still on the Trade Block in AugustNew Orleans can still turn this offseason around by trading for their ideal center.

Ranking Every Team's Trade Assets 📊Breaking down stockpiles across the league near the end of a wild offseason ➡️

Pelicans Must Consider a Jordan Poole Contract BuyoutIf no one wants to trade for Jordan Poole, the Pelicans have no choice but to explore a contract buyout.

1 Word To Describe Pelicans' Offseason 🗣️Bite-sized takes for every NBA team 📲

NBA Denounces Achilles StudyLeague points out 'methodological limitations' in recent report linking increased minutes to injuries 📲

5 Players on the Trade Block Pelicans Can Still Acquire This Summer New Orleans can still bring in quality starters before the season.

Surprising Players Still Unsigned 👀Kuminga, more big names who are still free agents ➡️

Bam Reveals His All-Time 5 👀Very interesting lineup without former Heat legends

Most-Likely NBA Trade Candidates ↔️Players expected to fill the rumor mill in 2026-27 📲

Pelicans Must Avoid Falling into the Trap of Bennedict Mathurin Bidding WarIf there is a Bennedict Mathurin sweepstakes, the Pelicans must avoid engaging at all costs.

RFAs Getting Trade InterestNuggets' Peyton Watson and Clippers' Bennedict Mathurin generating sign-and-trade buzz (HoopsHype)

Knicks Have Another Center to Keep Tabs on After Pelicans' SigningThe Knicks have already made it clear that this offseason they have their eye on the Pelicans' frontcourt. New York reportedly called multiple times about Yves

Ranking Best 1-and-Dones Ever 📊See where AD ranks among the best of the best ➡️

Bulls Interested in MathurinChicago revealed to be second team eyeing RFA (Stein)

Evaluating What New Signing Christian Koloko Can Bring to the PelicansThe New Orleans Pelicans added some training camp depth on Tuesday with the signing of center Christian Koloko to a one-year deal. HoopsHype's Michael Scotto re

Bulls Interested in Mathurin

Chicago has emerged as the other known suitor alongside New Orleans for Clippers restricted free agent Bennedict Mathurin, @TheSteinLine has learned. The Mathurin Latest and much more in yet another Late Night NBA Intel dispatch: https://t.co/GuLAjLok81

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UPDATE: @TheSteinLine has learned that there have been new recent negotiations between the Pelicans and restricted free agent Bennedict Mathurin. New Orleans and a second unnamed suitor, sources say, have shown interest in the Clippers' RFA. Full story: https://t.co/6piW3YKcoD

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Latest on Mathurin 👀

NBA insider Jake Fischer gives update on market for Clippers' RFA

What a Bennedict Mathurin Trade With the Pelicans Would Mean for the ClippersClippers' restricted free agent has suitors on the market. What could they get back in a sign-and-trade with the Pelicans?

NBA 2K27 Official Gameplay 🎮Are you copping? 🎥

Pels Working on Mathurin DealNew Orleans has had 'recent dialogue' with Clippers; unnamed second team interested (Fischer)

Top Free-Agent Landing Spots 📍Pelicans could be a top Jalen Duren suitor, and more potential FA pairings ➡️

Pelicans' Bennedict Mathurin Interest Misses the Mark New Orleans' reported target in free agency fixes none of their problems.

Pels in Talks with Mathurin

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Late Night NBA Intel for the second straight night in late July? Late Night NBA Intel from @JakeLFischer this time ... and thankfully not as late as it often drops? Yes indeed! Full story with TONS of the NBA's trade and free agent latest: https://t.co/9X5Zed0lsp

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Kobe Bufkin Turns Impressive Summer League to Big Pelicans OpportunityThe New Orleans Pelicans have signed former first-round pick Kobe Bufkin to a training camp contract. HoopsHype's Mike Scotto revealed the news via social media

Grading Every Team's Offseason 🔠Getting out the red pen after LeBron signs with Philly ➡️

10 Most Expensive Sports Cards Ever 🤑The famed T206 Honus Wagner and more ➡️

Fans Rank All-Time Defenders, Shooters, More 📊The B/R app community weighs in on NBA GOAT week ➡️

NBA Starting Lineup Rankings 📊How every team's starting 5 stacks up after LeBron signs with 76ers 📲

Pelicans Can Take Advantage of Warriors’ Desperation in a Trey Murphy TradeThere may still be a trade opportunity between Golden State and New Orleans.