New Orleans Pelicans

PHOENIX– Jalen Green looks to have found his rhythm for the Phoenix Suns at a crucial time. After a rough stretch for the slashing guard, he made it up for it in a big way in the 118-116 win against the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday. He posted 25 points on 47% shooting from the […] The post Jalen Green’s ‘buying a bucket’ philosophy sparked Suns turnaround vs Pelicans appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Phoenix bombed away from deep and escaped New Orleans by two.

Devin Booker scored 18 of his 32 points in the third quarter, and the Phoenix Suns held off the New Orleans Pelicans 118-116 on Friday night. Jalen Green had 25 for the Suns, who led by 14 in the second half before the Pelicans trimmed the lead to one point. Grayson Allen made two free throws with 9.8 seconds remaining to give the Suns a 116-113 lead.

Washington Wizards (16-46, 13th in the Eastern Conference) vs. New Orleans Pelicans (20-45, 13th in the Western Conference) New Orleans; Sunday, 7 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Washington comes into the matchup against New Orleans after losing seven straight games. The Pelicans are 11-21 in home games. New Orleans leads the NBA with 57.5 points in the paint. Zion Williamson leads the Pelicans averaging 15.8. The Wizards are 5-24 on the road. Washington averages 15.1 turnovers per game and is 9-9 when...

All-NBA conversations usually belong to the well-established suspects, the brand-name stars who have occupied the discussion for the better part of two decades, even if those All-Stars are having a down year. LeBron James and James Harden still reside in that tier of talent. However, James Borrego’s new-look New Orleans Pelicans need to make a […] The post How Pelicans’ Trey Murphy III is making better 2026 All-NBA case than James Harden, LeBron James appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Suns are facing a math problem they have to solve against the Pelicans.

Speaking to Sean Cunningham of KCRA News after Thursday’s loss to New Orleans (Twitter video link), Kings guard Malik Monk admitted 2025/26 has been “probably the craziest year of my career.” Like several veterans on the roster, Monk’s name came up in several trade rumors leading up to last month’s deadline, but he ultimately stayed […]

Former NBA center Kendrick Perkins believes the New Orleans Pelicans should consider a major decision involving Zion Williamson this offseason, suggesting the franchise evaluate potential trade offers for the former No. 1 overall pick. Perkins shared his perspective during a recent episode of The Road Trippin’ Show, where he discussed Williamson’s recent stretch of improved […] The post Kendrick Perkins sends message to New Orleans about possible Zion Williamson-Pelicans trade appeared first ...

New Orleans Pelicans star Trey Murphy III spoke proudly of his personal growth this season after Thursday’s 133-123 road win vs. the Sacramento Kings (21 points/7 rebounds/4 assists/2 steals/1 block/7-14 FG/4-6 3-PT/3-4 FT/+13 +/-). (via New Orleans Pelicans): “I feel like the biggest thing for me is I sharpened up my toolbox, but I also […] The post Trey Murphy III: I’ve sharpened up my toolbox/grown mentally appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Russell Westbrook addressed the media sharply following Sacramento’s 133‑123 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans Thursday at Golden 1 Center. “Y’all have a lot of opinions about how we do what we doing. I got no answers,” Westbrook said. “You make a lot of statements and broad statements that you have no context. So, where […] The post Russell Westbrook calls out Sacramento reporters appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

New Orleans Pelicans interim head coach James Borrego highlighted a complete team performance following Thursday’s 133‑123 victory over the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. “That one was probably as about as team effort as it gets. A little bit of contributions from everybody,” Borrego said. “Especially on the road, you need team wins like […] The post James Borrego praises Pelicans’ team effort after win over Kings appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Sacramento Kings head coach Doug Christie spoke Thursday after the team fell 133‑123 to the New Orleans Pelicans at Golden 1 Center. “I thought that that he [Russ Westbrook] played hard and competed at a really high level tonight. So that’s who he is and that’s what he brings to the game and that’s what […] The post Doug Christie addresses player development, media coverage after Kings’ loss to Pelicans appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Zion Williamson had 23 points on 10-for-14 shooting, Trey Murphy III added 21 points and the New Orelans Pelicans beat the NBA-worst Sacramento Kings 133-123 on Thursday night. Saddiq Bey shot 6 for 11 (3 for 5 from 3-point range) and 5 of 6 from the free-throw line for 20 points for the Pelicans, who had lost two in a row after a four-game win streak. Williamson added nine rebounds and five assists. Precious Achiuwa had 29 points and 12 rebounds and Russell Westbroo...

It’s rare for a player added on the buyout market to make a significant impact on his new team, but the Timberwolves believe Kyle Anderson is capable of doing just that, writes Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic. Besides the fact that the 32-year-old is very familiar with the Wolves, whom he played for from 2022-24, […]

The Los Angeles Lakers were in danger of dropping yet another home game on Tuesday night to the New Orleans Pelicans, but thankfully JJ Redick’s team was able to rally late for their third consecutive victory. The Lakers trailed by eight points midway through the fourth, but would score 14 straight and end the game […]

Dallas and New Orleans both play Thursday night in games that will have a big impact down the stretch

The Lakers have posted an 11–6 record in games when Luka Doncic, LeBron James, and Austin Reaves have all been available, but the numbers suggest the trio is still working through how to best function together on the court. According to Law Murray of The Athletic, the team has only outscored opponents by three total […] The post JJ Redick says Lakers stars must sacrifice together appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The finally fully healthy New Orleans Pelicans are keeping things interesting to close out an otherwise underwhelming season. Fights with Stephen A. Smith and the officials aside, Zion Williamson’s workmanlike efforts have been worth defending lately. With Dejounte Murray back in the rotation, James Borrego’s last big push for the full-time job should keep the […] The post Pelicans tracking 3 Herb Jones replacements as March Madness, NBA Draft tanking ramps up appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Jaxson Hayes’ performance in the Lakers’ win over the Pelicans is another example of just how good he’s been this year.

The New Orleans Pelicans will play the Sacramento Kings on Thursday night. Zion Williamson and Trey Murphy III are among the Pelicans dealing with injuries, so are they playing tonight? Williamson is battling a right ankle sprain, while Murphy is dealing with a neck spasm. Here’s everything we know about Williamson and Murphy’s injury statuses […] The post Are Zion Williamson, Trey Murphy III playing tonight? Pelicans vs. Kings injury report appeared first on ClutchPoints .