Playoffs

Apr 29, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans center Jonas Valanciunas (17) drives into Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) during game four of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Smoothie King Center.

New Orleans Pelicans Will Miss Jonas Valanciunas This Season

The New Orleans Pelicans have a glaring issue at center since Jonas Valanciunas left.

Nick Ziegler
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Apr 29, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans center Jonas Valanciunas (17) drives into Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) during game four of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Smoothie King Center.
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New Orleans Pelicans Will Miss Jonas Valanciunas This Season

The New Orleans Pelicans have a glaring issue at center since Jonas Valanciunas left.

Nick Ziegler
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Nov 20, 2023; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA;  New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) reacts to dunking the ball against the Sacramento Kings during the second half at the Smoothie King Center.
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New Orleans Pelicans Newly Reformed Star Received Stellar Season Projections

New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson is expected to put up big-time numbers during the 2024-25 NBA season.

Evan Massey
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Apr 19, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA;  New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) talks to the ball boys during a time out against the Sacramento Kings in the second half during a play-in game of the 2024 NBA playoffs at Smoothie King Center.
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New Orleans Pelicans Zion Williamson Reveals Weight Goal for 2024-25 Season

New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson has been on an impressive weight loss journey and revealed how much more he has to lose.

Kenneth Teape
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Pelicans NBA Odds: Latest Betting on Playoffs, Championship & Futures
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Pelicans NBA Odds: Latest Betting on Playoffs, Championship & Futures

Stay updated with the latest Pelicans NBA betting odds. Our experts provide insights on their NBA Championship odds, playoff chances, and much more.

Mark Lammey
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Zion Gives Pelicans An Optimistic Future
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Zion Gives Pelicans An Optimistic Future

Pelicans reason for optimism lies in their budding young star.

Terry Kimble
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Top 10 Free Agents To Watch During NBA Playoffs
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Top 10 Free Agents To Watch During NBA Playoffs

With a month to go before the draft combine, the New Orleans Pelicans can focus all thier attention on scouting the NBA Playoffs.

Chris Dodson
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The NBA Championship Formula Part II (Revisited): Shooting Blanks
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The NBA Championship Formula Part II (Revisited): Shooting Blanks

Taking a look at the traits and trends of past champions and where the Pelicans currently stack up against them.

David Grubb
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The NBA Championship Formula Part I (Revisited): Where's The D?
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The NBA Championship Formula Part I (Revisited): Where's The D?

As the NBA season passes the 50-game mark, let's review the Pelicans' progress towards building a winner.

David Grubb
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Slow Starts, Soft Defense Keeping Pelicans In Holding Pattern
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Slow Starts, Soft Defense Keeping Pelicans In Holding Pattern

The New Orleans Pelicans are 5-5 after 10 games, but have lost four of their last six as some troubling patterns have emerged.

David Grubb
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Pelicans Know Path to Playoffs, NBA Schedule Released
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Pelicans Know Path to Playoffs, NBA Schedule Released

The NBA released the 2022-23 season schedule and now the New Orleans Pelicans know their path back to the NBA Playoffs.

Chris Dodson
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What Can the Pelicans Expect from E.J. Liddell?
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What Can the Pelicans Expect from E.J. Liddell?

What can we expect from E.J. Liddell on the Pelicans?

Terry Kimble
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Jose Alvarado Continues Repping Pelicans On NBA Playoffs Media Tour
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Jose Alvarado Continues Repping Pelicans On NBA Playoffs Media Tour

Jose Alvarado will get to continue his NBA Playoffs media tour by appearing on Stadium's NBA Final preview show with Shams Charania.

Chris Dodson
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Pelicans Game-6 Win Will Force Series Finale Vs. Suns
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Pelicans Game-6 Win Will Force Series Finale Vs. Suns

A Pelicans Game-6 victory at home to extend their season and force a Game-7 versus the Suns in Phoenix.

Chris Dodson
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The Future is Now for the New Orleans Pelicans
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The Future is Now for the New Orleans Pelicans

The Pelicans are showing now what they will be capable of in the future

Terry Kimble
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Pelicans Needs Game-4 Win to Even Series with Suns
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Pelicans Needs Game-4 Win to Even Series with Suns

The New Orleans Pelicans have a chance to even the series with the Phoenix Suns in what could be the last game in the Smoothie King Center this season.

Chris Dodson
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Pelicans Shootaround Notes, April 23 - Game 4
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Pelicans Shootaround Notes, April 23 - Game 4

Pelicans held practice in preparation for Game 4 on Sunday

Terry Kimble
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Game-3 Notes: Pelicans Failed to Match Chris Paul's Masterful 4th Quarter, Suns Lead 2-1
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Game-3 Notes: Pelicans Failed to Match Chris Paul's Masterful 4th Quarter, Suns Lead 2-1

Chris Paul's 17 years of NBA experience and leadership was on full display as the Suns capture a pivotal Game-3 win over the Pelicans.

Kyle T. Mosley
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Phoenix Suns vs. New Orleans Pelicans: Game-3 Odds and Betting (SI)
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Phoenix Suns vs. New Orleans Pelicans: Game-3 Odds and Betting (SI)

The Game-3 odds and betting for the Phoenix Suns vs. No. 3 New Orleans Pelicans Western Conference playoff game at Smoothie King Center.

Sports Illustrated
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3 Reasons Why the Pelicans Could Upset the Suns
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3 Reasons Why the Pelicans Could Upset the Suns

Tonight, New Orleans are positioned to upset Phoenix in Game 3 at Smoothie King Center after stunning the Suns to tie the series 1-1 on the road in Game 2.

Dr. Carla Antoine
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Pelicans Sell Out Smoothie King Center for Games 3 and 4
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Pelicans Sell Out Smoothie King Center for Games 3 and 4

The New Orleans Pelicans have sold out the Smoothie King Center for Games 3 and 4 against the Phoenix Suns on French Quarter Fest weekend. Just one win ensures a Game 6.

Chris Dodson
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Conversations of Zion's Return Linger During Pelicans' Playoffs Run
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Conversations of Zion's Return Linger During Pelicans' Playoffs Run

The New Orleans Pelicans have tied the Phoenix Suns at 1-1, and the reports of Zion Williamson's desire to play are lingering.

Chris Dodson
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Ingram Peaks In The Valley, Pelicans Beat Suns 125-114
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Ingram Peaks In The Valley, Pelicans Beat Suns 125-114

The New Orleans Pelicans played at their season’s peak to take a 125-114 win from the Phoenix Suns in The Valley behind Brandon Ingram's 37-point night.

Chris Dodson
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Trey Murphy III: 'Under-the-Radar X-Factor' for Pelicans
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Trey Murphy III: 'Under-the-Radar X-Factor' for Pelicans

The Pelicans' rookie was recognized as a player who might steal a game for New Orleans in the playoffs.

Terry Kimble
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Pelicans Late Adjusting to Playoffs' Physicality, Fall 110-99 to Suns in Game 1
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Pelicans Late Adjusting to Playoffs' Physicality, Fall 110-99 to Suns in Game 1

The New Orleans Pelicans were slow to adjust to the physical nature of the NBA Playoffs in a 110-99 loss to the Phoenix Suns.

Chris Dodson
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Brandon Ingram: Building His Skills to Fit Playoffs
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Brandon Ingram: Building His Skills to Fit Playoffs

Brandon Ingram is still building his repertoire of skills to fit the NBA Playoffs atmosphere.

Chris Dodson
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