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Paolo Banchero had 30 points, nine rebounds and seven assists as the Orlando Magic stopped a six-game losing streak with a 111-107 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Thursday. Banchero logged his third straight game of 30-plus points for the Magic (39-34), who fell below the play-in cut in the Eastern Conference during their skid that came immediately after a seven-game winning streak had propelled them into fifth place. This was the 25th time in Banchero's four-year career that he logged a...

New Orleans Pelicans interim head coach James Borrego addressed key issues following Thursday night’s 129-108 loss to the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena. The Pelicans’ difficulties were compounded by turnovers and defensive lapses. Borrego explained, “Defensively we just had no hold to them. We just could not gain any traction defensively other than the […] The post James Borrego after Pelicans’ loss: “Could have been worse” appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Jalen Duren had 30 points and 10 rebounds to lead the Detroit Pistons past the New Orleans Pelicans 129-108 on Thursday night. Kevin Huerter had 22 points and Daniss Jenkins added 19 for Detroit, which was coming off a 130-129 overtime loss to the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday. The Pistons, normally one of the worst 3-point shooting teams in the league, shot 53.6% (15 of 28) from beyond the arc, including 9 of 14 from Huerter and Jenkins.

Detroit Pistons head coach J.B. Bickerstaff emphasized team defense and ball movement following Thursday’s 129-108 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans at Little Caesars Arena. “Sorry to sound you know repetitive, but you know I thought the third quarter we did a lot of really good things. And then, you know, towards the end of […] The post J.B. Bickerstaff praises Pistons’ teamwork after rout of Pelicans appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

With Cade Cunningham and Isaiah Stewart already on the injury report, the Detroit Pistons were even more shorthanded tonight with Duncan Robinson ruled out. Kevin Huerter started at SG in place of Robinson and he’d give Detroit an early 14-11 lead after a corner three thanks to a behind-the-back assist from Jalen Duren. New Orleans […]

I’m really feeling the grind of the end of this season. It’s already hard enough as it feels like biding time waiting for news on when Cade Cunningham will return to the lineup from the collapsed lung. Then you look at the schedule, and you see the New Orleans Pelicans are on it. That is […]

Correcting a previous report, Robinson (wrist) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Pelicans. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

The New Orleans Pelicans and Detroit Pistons are set to play on Thursday night. Trey Murphy III and Dejounte Murray are both dealing with injury concerns heading into the game. So, are the Pelicans stars playing tonight vs. the Pistons? Murphy and Murray are both impactful players. New Orleans is looking to pull off an […] The post Are Trey Murphy III, Dejounte Murray playing tonight? Pelicans vs. Pistons injury report appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Western Conference play-in and playoff field is now set. Following the eliminations of the Grizzlies and Pelicans, the top 10 teams in the West have been finalized, as relayed by Hoops Rumors. What’s still very much up in the air is the order. Just a few games separate several teams in the middle of […] The post Western Conference postseason teams determined appeared first on Hoops Wire .

The Grizzlies and Pelicans have officially been eliminated from postseason contention, as noted by Hoops Rumors. Memphis was knocked out following a loss to San Antonio on Wednesday, while New Orleans’ hopes ended a night earlier with a loss to New York. That leaves the Western Conference playoff and play-in field set, at least in […] The post Grizzlies, Pelicans eliminated from postseason contention appeared first on Hoops Wire .

(All times Central) Schedule subject to change and/or blackouts Thursday, March 26 NBA BASKETBALL 7 p.m. New Orleans at Detroit — Detroit SportsNet, GCSEN, NBA League Pass, Pelicans+ The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive TV listings provided by LiveSportsOnTV .

New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson likes where the team’s offensive identity is compared to back in late October (10-6 record/118.4 PPG since the All-Star break). (via New Orleans Pelicans): “We have a lot of talent on this team. I feel like we had some growing pains at the beginning of the year because we […] The post Zion Williamson: Pelicans tried to maximize everybody at the beginning of the season appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Knicks are back on the schedule to face Zion’s Pelicans on Tuesday evening. New York is just half a game behind the Celtics for the No. 2 seed in the East. Would you believe it!? Here’s the latest. Mike Brown On Mikal Bridges’ history of production: “He’s shown time after time that he’s a […]

The New Orleans Pelicans are running out of ways to downplay Dejounte Murray’s impact. Since returning from injury, the former All-Star has not only stabilized the backcourt but reshaped the team’s defensive identity. This is a transformation James Borrego has made clear is no coincidence. That reality is what makes this offseason’s looming contract decision […] The post Why Pelicans must consider $100 million offer to former All-Star this summer appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The New York Knicks are set to take on the New Orleans Pelicans on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. EST. However, the club’s latest injury report reveals numerous updates for players on the roster. One key name on the injury report for the Knicks is Miles McBride, who is ruled out due to core muscle surgery. […] The post Knicks receive multiple injury updates for Pelicans clash appeared first on ClutchPoints .

OG Anunoby's offensive prowess easily stood out, but what was more impressive to the crowd at the Garden on Tuesday night was his late-game defense.

After beating the New Orleans Pelicans, the New York Knicks have won seven games in a row, and superfan and actor Ben Stiller was excited. Stiller was once again live-posting throughout the Knicks-Pelicans game on Tuesday, Mar. 24, 2026. After the final buzzer, he wrote, “7 in a row,” on X, formerly Twitter. This should […] The post Knicks superfan Ben Stiller drops 4-word message as New York wins 7th in a row appeared first on ClutchPoints .

New Orleans guard Dejounte Murray was 11 years old when Seattle last had an NBA team. The NBA's board of governors is expected to vote Wednesday on a plan that will bring the league one step closer to expansion.

Zion Williamson described Tuesday’s 121-116 loss to the New York Knicks as “a hard fall tonight,” acknowledging the challenges down the stretch. He noted New York’s efficiency, saying, “They were able to get to the shots they wanted and… Brunson just hit some tough shots.” Reflecting on the team’s progress, Williamson added, “It steps in […] The post Zion Williamson reflects on Pelicans’ growth and challenges after loss to Knicks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .