New Orleans Pelicans

Trey Murphy III scored 34 points, Saddiq Bey made a tying 3-pointer, converted an offensive rebound into a dunk and hit two free throws in the final 1:04, and the New Orleans Pelicans edged the Brooklyn Nets 116-113 on Wednesday night.

The New Orleans Pelicans may be among the worst teams in the association, but their front office is not about to give up anyone for cheap. In fact, they are demanding a king’s ransom for their core players, including, but not limited to, Herb Jones. Even with Jones suffering through an injury-ravaged season that’s limited […] The post Ranking 5 best Herb Jones trade destinations if Pelicans change tune before 2026 deadline appeared first on ClutchPoints .

It is not preposterous to imagine New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson having a list of people he wants to dunk on posted on his bedroom wall, reviewing it intently before every game. Brooklyn Nets center Nic Claxton was probably on the list. On Wednesday, Williamson decided that he would suck the soul out of […] The post Pelicans’ Zion Williamson destroys Nic Claxton with disrespectful dunk appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The comparisons come with an obvious caveat. Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic is a two-time NBA MVP, a championship centerpiece, and one of the most distinctive offensive engines the league has ever seen. Derik Queen is a rookie still learning how to impose himself consistently at the professional level. And yet, inside the New Orleans […] The post Why Pelicans are comparing one Derik Queen trait to Nikola Jokic appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Brooklyn Nets are scheduled to face the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday, but Michael Porter Jr. was already in New Orleans early, just in time to be in the city for when the Pelicans squared off against his former team, the Nuggets. So Porter found it a very good use of his time to […] The post Nets’ Michael Porter Jr. shows up at Nuggets-Pelicans to watch former team appeared first on ClutchPoints .

On Tuesday night, the Denver Nuggets put in another solid performance sans Nikola Jokic, taking a hard-earned 120-116 win over the New Orleans Pelicans on the road. They did so in front of a visiting friendly face in Michael Porter Jr., who was in attendance in Smoothie King Center to support his former team with […] The post Nuggets’ Peyton Watson shows Michael Porter Jr. love after 31-point performance vs. Pelicans appeared first on ClutchPoints .

For the first time in his career, Zion Williamson is playing without looking over his shoulder. There is no minutes restriction, no looming medical check-in, just the game’s natural flow and his own stamina dictating his time on the court. That newfound freedom is the foundation for everything else unfolding for the regrouping New Orleans […] The post In ‘rhythm’ Zion Williamson supports Pelicans pitching Trey Murphy III as All-Star rep appeared first on ClutchPoints .

It’s that time of the season. No, not trade rumor whispers. Zion Williamson’s New Orleans Pelicans are publicly stumping for a group of his youngest teammates, firmly believing a trio of rookies deserves NBA Rising Stars honors. Sure, Derik Queen and Jeremiah Fears have given fans plenty of hope for the future. Everyone knows they’ll […] The post Zion Williamson’s Pelicans campaigning for rookie trio to earn NBA Rising Stars honors appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Plenty of coveted draft assets could move at the deadline. Bobby Marks examines the picks, swaps and protections to watch.

On Friday, the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 128-121, but it wasn’t easy. Head coach JJ Reddick is noticing struggles with the Lakers’ offense. The main issue is a lack of communication among the players. One area that really hurt them was ATOs (After Timeout plays). They gave up eight in total, which […] The post The ‘180 change’ LeBron James, LA made vs. Grizzlies after another JJ Redick callout appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Although there has been some speculation that the Pistons could try to make a major win-now move to fortify their roster ahead of the playoffs, multiple sources tell Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints that Detroit is unlikely to deal away any of its core players, a group that includes Tobias Harris, Jaden Ivey and Isaiah Stewart. […]

Jonathan Kuminga is drawing interest from the Portland Trail Blazers, New Orleans Pelicans, and Washington Wizards, sources told Kevin O'Connor of Yahoo! Sports. Kuminga has previously been linked with several teams, including the Bulls , Kings, Suns, and Mavs. Steve Kerr, who removed Kuminga from the rotation, acknowledged that the Warriors could trade the forward last month. The Warriors are reportedly not in active trade discussions for Anthony Davis , though are expected to pursue Michael...

MIAMI – With the Miami Heat beating the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday night, 125-106, it comes right before the team embarks on a four-game Midwest road trip. As the Heat’s road trip starts Tuesday against the Minnesota Timberwolves, the win on Sunday proved to be crucial, as explained by star Norman Powell. Led by […] The post Why Pelicans win was ‘crucial’ for Heat before Midwest road trip appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The New Orleans Pelicans have witnessed plenty of memorable rookie seasons over the years, from Chris Paul’s electric debut in 2005-06 to Anthony Davis’s dominant introduction in 2012-13. Now, Jeremiah Fears is writing a new chapter in franchise history, and the numbers suggest the 19-year-old is on pace to leave both Hall of Fame-bound legends […] The post How Pelicans’ Jeremiah Fears will surpass Anthony Davis, Chris Paul’s rookie records appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Pelicans demand massive pick hauls for Trey Murphy and Herb Jones.

Trae Young's camp has its preferred destinations, but do those teams want him?

The Orlando Magic earned a 128-118 home victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday, January 11, at Kia Center, improving to 22-18 on the season while extending New Orleans’ recent struggles. Orlando controlled the game behind a balanced offensive effort and efficient shooting, finishing at 52 percent from the field and 89 percent from […] The post Magic hold off Pelicans as Wagner returns, Orlando takes 128-118 win appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Magic big man Moritz Wagner will make his return from an ACL tear Sunday vs. the Pelicans.