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This season may be a trainwreck, but the New Orleans Pelicans can use the last two months to give fans some hope.
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Alex Toledo|
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Terry Kimble|
The veteran forward has been impressively healthy and has become an integral part of the franchise's future.
Terry Kimble|
Queen was an effective contributor in New Orleans' 119-115 win in Minnesota.
Jed Katz|
New Orleans Pelicans vs. Minnesota Timberwolves betting odds, how to watch, injury reports, and NBA picks and props for Friday, February 6.
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The NBA has passed the trade deadline, and that leaves even further opportunity to leverage in a FanDuel/DraftKings DFS contest on Feb 6.
Thomas Carelli|
A look at how each team did in all the major deals at the NBA trade deadline.
Ryan Phillips|
The veteran guard is headed home to New York.
Karl Rasmussen|
With the Pacers facing the bottom of the barrel this season, loading up on 2026 draft ammo and proven winners could be wise
Ryan Kaminski|
Ivica Zubac, James Harden, Anthony Davis and Jonathan Kuminga have new homes, while Giannis Antetokounmpo and Ja Morant stay put. Here is every player and draft pick dealt this season.
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A new report reveals that the New Orleans Pelicans are shockingly content with their current state of chaos.

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