New Orleans Pelicans

New Orleans Pelicans interim head coach James Borrego provided an injury update earlier today on how close Dejounte Murray is to being back in the lineup (has been recovering from a ruptured right Achilles tendon since last year). (via New Orleans Pelicans): “He’s close. I’d say in the next week, he’s back on the floor […] The post James Borrego: I’d say Dejounte Murray’s back in the next week appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The New Orleans Pelicans enter Friday’s matchup vs. the Milwaukee Bucks with more than positioning at stake. Zion Williamson’s contract incentives have moved into focus as his games-played milestones carry major financial implications for the franchise cornerstone. Williamson has appeared in 40 games this season and is in the midst of a 30‑game streak without […] The post The $16.9 million boost Pelicans’ Zion Williamson is about to get from playing vs. Bucks appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Joel Embiid reported soreness in his right shin over the All-Star break and will miss the Philadelphia 76ers' game against Atlanta on Thursday night.

Milwaukee Bucks (23-30, 12th in the Eastern Conference) vs. New Orleans Pelicans (15-41, 14th in the Western Conference) New Orleans; Friday, 8 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Pelicans -3.5; over/under is 225.5 BOTTOM LINE: The Milwaukee Bucks take on the New Orleans Pelicans in non-conference play. The Pelicans have gone 9-20 in home games. New Orleans is 6-18 in games decided by 10 or more points. The Bucks are 11-18 on the road. Milwaukee is sixth in the Eastern Conference with 32.5 defen...

Carmelo Anthony said the New Orleans Pelicans once sent him a team jersey as part of a recruitment effort led by DeMarcus Cousins. Anthony shared the story on the 7PM in Brooklyn podcast, recalling how serious the conversations became during Cousins’ time in New Orleans. “I did have a Pelican jersey,” Anthony said, via HoopsHype. […] The post Carmelo Anthony details DeMarcus Cousins’ Pelicans recruitment appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

During NBA All-Star Weekend, one of the participants in the Rising Stars Game was New Orleans Pelicans rookie forward Derik Queen. Queen has been enjoying a strong season with the Pelicans as one of the top rookies in the NBA. In fact, Pelicans’ teammate Trey Murphy III can’t help but continue raving about him, as […] The post Trey Murphy III can’t help but repeat how ‘really f**king good’ Derik Queen is appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Dictionary.com named the term “6-7” its word of the year for 2025, and the global “6-7” craze is still going strong at pro and college basketball games. The Hornets and New Orleans Pelicans are among NBA teams that feature “6-7” cams during timeouts at some games. Seth Bennett, the Hornets’ chief marketing officer, said Charlotte’s marketing and game presentation teams started discussing a possible “6-7” cam to capitalize on the trend and Ball’s involvement in it.

New Orleans Pelicans rookie Derik Queen has been one of the pleasant surprises this season with his impressive all-around play. After a slow start, he has learned to adjust and become a consistent performer for the Pelicans. Queen was named as one of the participants in the Rising Stars at All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles. […] The post Pelicans’ Derik Queen reveals ‘Welcome to NBA’ moment courtesy of Joel Embiid appeared first on ClutchPoints .

With the Pelicans gearing up to make large-scale changes, Jordan Poole may find himself becoming a potential buyout candidate.

With the Miami Heat entering the All-Star break with some form of momentum after the 123-111 win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday night, a player who has been impressing recently is second-year center Kel’el Ware. As the Heat have been displaying the duo of Ware and Bam Adebayo more together on the court, […] The post Heat’s Erik Spoelstra applauds Kel’el Ware’s growth since ‘infamous’ criticism went viral appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Miami Heat have had a rough season in 2025-26, currently sitting at 29-27 after a recent road win over the New Orleans Pelicans. Heat fans would be forgiven for reminiscing on the team’s championship years, which began in 2006 when young superstar Dwyane Wade led the team to an NBA Finals victory over the […] The post Heat legend Dwyane Wade puts Mavericks fans on blast for 2006 Finals officiating complaint appeared first on ClutchPoints .

As the Miami Heat took on the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday night, leading to a 123-111 win, the team now enters a much-needed All-Star break, looking to hopefully get back a healthy roster and have a positive end to the season. After the Heat lost to the tanking Utah Jazz last Monday, the team […] The post Erik Spoelstra sends ‘dangerous’ warning about Heat heading into All-Star break appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Jose Alvarado in his third game with the Knicks (in only 19 minutes played): • 26 points • 8-13 FGs • 8-13 3Ps • 3 rebounds • 4 assists • 5 steals • +35

Bam Adebayo had 27 points, 14 rebounds and four blocks and the short-handed Miami Heat beat the New Orleans Pelicans 123-111 on Wednesday night in the final game for both teams before the All-Star break. Miami used only nine players, with Tyler Herro, Norman Powell, Pelle Larsson and Andrew Wiggins sidelined. Herro missed his 15th straight game.

The New York Knicks dominated the Philadelphia 76ers after Jose Alvarado scored a season-high 26 points on Wednesday night. Alvarado was acquired last week from the Pelicans, shooting 8 for 13 from beyond the arc, and finished with five steals. New York bounced back from an overtime home loss against the Pacers on Tuesday night, […] The post Alvarado lifts Knicks outgun 76ers 138-89 appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The New Orleans Pelicans are in the midst of a very long season. They entered Wednesday night’s home game against the Miami Heat having won just 15 of 55 games. But the one bright spot has been the emergence of Trey Murphy III. Sadly, that ascension came to a screeching halt vs. the Heat as […] The post Pelicans’ star Trey Murphy III suffers shoulder injury, ruled out vs. Heat appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Chicago Bulls made a late push to acquire Yves Missi at the NBA trade deadline, but discussions with the New Orleans Pelicans ultimately fell short due to differing asking prices. According to ClutchPoints NBA insider Brett Siegel, Chicago held strong interest in the 21-year-old center and attempted to structure a deal on deadline day […] The post NBA rumors: Why Bulls failed to pull off Yves Missi trade with Pelicans appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Miami Heat and New Orleans Pelicans face off Wednesday with both teams dealing with significant injuries. Miami’s Tyler Herro (right costochondral injury) and Pelle Larsson (right forearm strain) are out, while Andrew Wiggins (left toe inflammation) is listed as questionable. Norman Powell (low back tightness) will also miss the game. Jaime Jaquez Jr., Nikola […] The post Heat vs Pelicans injury report ahead of Wednesday clash appeared first on TalkBasket.net .