David Griffin and the New Orleans Pelicans were given a lot of credit when they brought CJ McCollum to the Crescent City in a trade. The Pelicans had to give up a bunch of players (including Josh Hart) and what became a 2025 1st-round pick in exchange for McCollum, but the move was what propelled […] The most underrated part of the CJ McCollum trade - Pelican Debrief - Pelican … [Read more...] about The most underrated part of the CJ McCollum trade
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Pelicans draft: A lights-out shooter for the 2nd round
The New Orleans Pelicans have three picks in the 2022 NBA Draft, including two in the second round. The Pels took a chance on an older pick in the second round last year and found All-Rookie Herbert Jones, who worked his way into the starting lineup and is already one of the best defenders in […] Pelicans draft: A lights-out shooter for the 2nd round - Pelican Debrief - Pelican … [Read more...] about Pelicans draft: A lights-out shooter for the 2nd round
Jeremy Sochan was already a likely lottery pick, but talks with NBA executives revealed just how popular he is. The versatile Baylor forward, intriguing for his length and defensive skill, is considered likely to be gone by the late lottery, according to several NBA executives. One team executive put his floor at the No. 12 pick. The New Orleans Pelicans and Denver Nuggets are … [Read more...] about
Draft Notes: Sochan, Combine, Withdrawals, Davison
The Pelicans and Nuggets are among the teams believed to have interest in Baylor forward Jeremy Sochan, while the Spurs are viewed as a “strong fit” for him, Mike Vorkunov of The Athletic writes in his recap of last week’s draft combine. According to Vorkunov, one team executive put Sochan’s floor at the No. 12 pick, which means the Nuggets – who control No. 21 – would have to … [Read more...] about Draft Notes: Sochan, Combine, Withdrawals, Davison
New Orleans Pelicans draft: 3 and D prospect from Colorado
The New Orleans Pelicans have the 8th pick in the 2022 NBA Draft, but they also have the 41st and 52nd picks in the second round. The Pelicans hope to find some undervalued talent there, as they did last year when they drafted Herbert Jones in the second round and then grabbed Jose Alvarado as […] New Orleans Pelicans draft: 3 and D prospect from Colorado - Pelican Debrief - … [Read more...] about New Orleans Pelicans draft: 3 and D prospect from Colorado
Could the Pelicans trade up in the 2022 NBA Draft?
The New Orleans Pelicans will have the 8th pick in the 2022 NBA Draft and have a lot of options. They are the only team in the lottery that also made the playoffs, and they have 14 players under contract already, so the Pelicans are in a great spot. They can just add the best […] Could the Pelicans trade up in the 2022 NBA Draft? - Pelican Debrief - Pelican Debrief - A New … [Read more...] about Could the Pelicans trade up in the 2022 NBA Draft?
Should the Pelicans be patient or go for it with a big trade?
The New Orleans Pelicans were the only team in the NBA Draft Lottery that made the playoffs this season, a rare position to be in, as they will get to add elite talent to a team that is already good. The Pelicans are also getting Zion Williamson back, so there is a chance they will […] Should the Pelicans be patient or go for it with a big trade? - Pelican Debrief - Pelican … [Read more...] about Should the Pelicans be patient or go for it with a big trade?
Grading the Chris Paul to the Clippers Trade
Chris Paul has been seen as a generational winner throughout his career. He’s a true culture changer as he has given 4 teams their best records of all time. He has given the best winning seasons to the Phoenix Suns, Houston Rockets, New Orleans Hornets, and most noticeably, the LA Clippers. When Paul joined the Clippers in 2011, they were seen as a title favorite. Although they … [Read more...] about Grading the Chris Paul to the Clippers Trade
Smart, Gobert, Antetokounmpo headline NBA All-Defensive Team
Smart, Bridges, Gobert, Antetokounmpo, and Jackson Jr. make up the first team. … [Read more...] about Smart, Gobert, Antetokounmpo headline NBA All-Defensive Team