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19YO Mavs Sensation Sums up Zion Williamson in 2 Words after 125-120 Pelicans Beatdown w/o Luka Doncic
The Mavericks had their rising star and a Duke product back, as they beat Pelicans. And he sums up Zion Williamson in just two words
“Fire Him”: Steve Kerr Triggers Warriors Fans after 36pt Blowout vs Pelicans
Steve Kerr becomes the target for Warriors' fans ire as he throws his team under the bus for the blowout loss to the Pelicans tonight!
“Time to Break the Band”: Kendrick Perkins Drops the Hammer on Warriors Amid Stephen Curry Struggles
Big Perk speaks what's on everyone's mind as Stephen Curry and the Warriors loose spectacularly at home to the Pelicans tonight!
Draymond Green Return Update: Steve Kerr Reveals Warriors Forward’s Possible Comeback Game Ahead of Pelicans Clash
Having reinstated Draymond Green, there hadn't been an exact date for his on-court presence, but Kerr revealed new update on possible return.
“I Laughed, I Cried”: Nikola Jokic and Co Giving Ish Smith Heartiest Welcome With NBA Ring Awes Fans
The moment when Nikola Jokic gave Ish Smith his first NBA ring over a career spanning 13 different franchises, has social media going crazy!
Anthony Davis Divulges Wholesome Message From Wife That Made Him Homesick Amid Lakers’ Toiling Road Trip
Amid a long road game schedule, Lakers star center Anthony Davis shared a wholesome message from his wife that made him homesick.
Zion Williamson Celebrates 25YO Teammate Embarrassing LeBron James After Blowing Out Lakers
Moments after the blowout win against the Lakers, Zion Williamson recalled LeBron James' embarrassing moment on the court.
Ja Morant’s Controversial Dance Goes Viral for Wrong Reasons: “Came Back with Bigger…”
Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant broke into a celebratory dance after a clutch bucket and NBA world made it viral for the wrong reasons.
Pelicans vs Grizzlies: Line-Ups, Injuries, Predictions and More
The freshly minted Memphis Grizzlies will be facing off against the New Orleans Pelicans tonight. Here's everything to know about the match!
Kevin Garnett Breaks Silence on Profound Conversation With NBA Champion: “Thx DrJ…”
Kevin Garnett gushed over his courtside interaction with Julius "Dr J" Erving during the Lakers-Pelicans game.
285LB Zion Williamson Prone to $126,499,530 Loss in Spite of Losing Weight, Due to Unsettling Reason
Zion Williamson, the New Orleans Pelicans promising star's layered contract details show a graph of losses if certain conditions aren't met.
After Ja Morant Gave Him a Special Gift, Star LSU QB Marveled at Memphis Superstar Overcoming “Dark Times”
Following the heroic comeback game from Ja Morant, a LSU QB revealed about the Memphis Grizzlies star's 'dark times' during suspension.
“With Being a Superstar, Comes Super-Responsibility”: Stephen A. Smith Draws Line for Ja Morant to Never Cross Again
Ja Morant has finally returned from his 25-game suspension and Stephen A. Smith advises on what's required from his part as a superstar.
“It’s Baffling”: 11-Year NBA Veteran Blasts 284Lb Zion Williamson Over Weight Issues
The New Orleans Pelicans star player Zion Williamson is being criticized for his health and diet by an NBA veteran
Zion Williamson Reflects on Disastrous Outing That Cost Pelicans a Shot at In-Season Tournament Crown
Zion Williamson is deflated by the Pelicans' loss to the Lakers in the semi-finals, and says there was a lot he could have done better.
Lakers Put a Cap on Celebrations for LeBron James and Co with Spoilsport Update on In Season Tournament
Moments after advancing into the finals of the inaugural edition of the In-season Tournament, LeBron James and his men have an upsetting news.
New Orleans Pelicans 2022: News, Schedule, Roster, Score, Injury Report
The New Orleans Pelicans is owned by Gayle Benson. They are part of the NBA's Western Conference Southwest division along with the Dallas Mavericks, Houston Rockets, Memphis Grizzlies, and the San Antonio Spurs. The New Orleans Pelicans play their games at the city's Smoothie King Center.??
The side was established in 2002 after they moved from Charlotte to New Orleans. Initially, they were called the New Orleans Hornets, as the owner did not like the city.
When the New Orleans team changed their name from Hornets to Pelicans in the year 2013. All the history and records of their first fourteen years from 1988 to 2002 were returned to the new NBA side in Charlotte.
From 2005 to 2007, the franchise shifted to Oklahoma City due to the destruction caused by Hurricane Katrina. In these two years, the franchise was rechristened the New Orleans/Oklahoma City Hornets.
The New Orleans Pelicans have had mixed fortunes since relocating in 2002. They have reached the Western Conference Playoffs on 7 occasions. However, the side has won a playoff series just twice. These were in 2008 as the Hornets when they beat the Dallas Mavericks and in the year 2018 under their new name where they swept the Portland Trail Blazers 4-0.
Notable players to have featured for the New Orleans Pelicans include Chris Paul, Anthony Davis, Austin Rivers, DeMarcus Cousins, and Zion Williamson.
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?Achievements and History
Founded | 2002 |
Conference | Western |
Division? | Southwest |
President | Dennis Lauscha |
General Manager? | Trajan Langdon |
Head Coach? | Willie Green |
Arena? | Smoothie King Center |
Championships (0) | - |
Conference Titles (0) | - |
Division Titles (1) | (2008) |
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New Orleans Pelicans 2021-22 Roster
41 | Garrett Temple | SG | 6-5 | 195 | May 8, 1986 |
6 | Nickeil Alexander-Walker | SG | 6-6 | 205 | September 2, 1998 |
25 | Trey Murphy III | SF | 6-9 | 206 | June 18, 2000 |
5 | Herbert Jones | C | 6-8 | 210 | October 6, 1998 |
17 | Jonas Valanciunas | C | 6-11 | 265 | May 6, 1992 |
3 | Josh Hart | SF | 6-5 | 215 | March 6, 1995 |
10 | Jaxson Hayes | C | 6-11 | 220 | May 23, 2000 |
9 | Willy Hernang?mez | C | 6-11 | 250 | May 27, 1994 |
14 | Brandon Ingram | SF | 6-8 | 190 | September 2, 1997 |
13 | Kira Lewis Jr. | PG | 6-1 | 170 | April 6, 2001 |
12 | Gary Clark | PF | 6-6 | 225 | November 16, 1994 |
8 | Naji Marshall | SF | 6-7 | 220 | January 24, 1998 |
31 | Tomas Satoransky | SG | 6-7 | 210 | October 30, 1991 |
4 | Devonte Graham | PG | 6-1 | 195 | February 22, 1995 |
15 | Jose Alvarado | PG | 6-0 | 179 | April 12, 1998 |
1 | Zion Williamson | PF | 6-7 | 284 | July 6, 2000 |