In the months that followed Anthony Davis’ January trade demand, the Pelicans-Lakers trade deadline drama, Dell Demps’ firing and the constant barrage of questions around his All-Star forward’s lack of playing time, Pelicans coach Alvin Gentry was one of the… … [Read more...] about After the NBA draft, here’s a look at where David Griffin’s long-term vision for the Pelicans stands
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Bennedict Mathurin Would Be Culture-Setter For Pelicans If Traded
The New Orleans Pelicans are way too talented to be sitting at the bottom of the Western Conference standings. Yet, at 10-34, that’s exactly where they are. To be fair, there are certain circumstances that have been beyond their control, such as injuries. At the same time, when teams like the Boston Celtics are excelling despite missing Jayson Tatum, it’s difficult to use that … [Read more...] about Bennedict Mathurin Would Be Culture-Setter For Pelicans If Traded
Injury Notes: Reid, Giddey, M. Wagner, Alvarado, H. Jones
Big man Naz Reid, who was starting in place of Rudy Gobert, was ruled out after playing just five minutes in Saturday’s loss at San Antonio due to soreness in his left shoulder, the Timberwolves announced (via Twitter). It’s unclear if Reid, the 2024 Sixth Man of the Year, will miss additional time as a result of the shoulder injury. The 26-year-old forward/center had been … [Read more...] about Injury Notes: Reid, Giddey, M. Wagner, Alvarado, H. Jones
Pelicans can unleash Derik Queen in massive way with ambitious trade
If the Pelicans want to maximize their return on Derik Queen, they need to pull off one trade that will help lay the foundation for a strong future. … [Read more...] about Pelicans can unleash Derik Queen in massive way with ambitious trade
Western Notes: Sabonis, Kuminga, Gobert, Pelicans
Domantas Sabonis made a solid return to action on Friday, as the Kings big man posted 13 points, six rebounds and five assists while coming off the bench in a win over Washington. Sabonis missed 27 games due to a partially torn meniscus in his left knee. “His energy was good,” Kings coach Doug Christie said, per Jason Anderson of the Sacramento Bee. “He ran the floor well. He … [Read more...] about Western Notes: Sabonis, Kuminga, Gobert, Pelicans