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Pelicans Practice at St. Augustine: Takeaways & Preseason Surprises
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The New Orleans Pelicans brought practice to St. Augustine High School’s Purple Knights arena! What stood out—and what could surprise fans when the team takes the floor for its first preseason game?
On Episode 276 of New Orleans.Basketball, Raphael Rattler and Garrick “G-Money” Rattler discuss the atmosphere at St. Augustine, their biggest Pelicans practice takeaways, and what they’re watching heading into preseason.
In this episode:
🏀 The energy inside the Purple Knights arena
🏀 Standout observations from Pelicans practice
🏀 What fans could be surprised to see in the preseaso...
Zion’s Contract Future & Pelicans Training Camp’s Biggest Battles
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Zion Williamson’s contract future, the Pelicans’ biggest training camp battles, and the case for Yves Missi as the starting center headline this episode of New Orleans.Basketball.
Raphael Rattler and Garrick “G-Money” Rattler break down New Orleans Pelicans Media Day and the lineup questions that could shape the season. What should fans make of Joe Dumars’ approach to Zion’s next contract—and who has the most to prove in camp?
In this episode:
🏀 Pelicans Media Day takeaways: Joe Dumars on Zion’s development and Jamahl Mosley on his passing abil...
Bennedict Mathurin Signed to Pelicans + Saddiq Bey Extension | New Orleans’ Identity Takes Shape
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The New Orleans Pelicans are making moves with training camp right around the corner.
Raphael Rattler and Garrick “G-Money” Rattler break down the Pelicans’ latest moves and what they tell us about the identity Joe Dumars and the organization are building in New Orleans.
🔥 Bennedict Mathurin is officially a New Orleans Pelican.
The Pelicans send Jordan Hawkins and Micah Peavy out in the deal. Was the price worth it? We discuss why Hawkins never quite found his place in New Orleans, why losing Peavy could hurt, and what Math...
Top 10 Pelican's Developments That Will Decide the 2026 Season | Zion's Mindset
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Welcome to another episode of New Orleans.Basketball! I'm your host Raphael Rattler, joined by my brother Garrick "G-Money" Rattler, breaking down everything happening with the New Orleans Pelicans.
We also rank the 10 biggest player and coaching developments that could determine whether the Pelicans take a major step forward during the 2026 NBA season.
Do you think Zion Williamson is the biggest X-factor this season, or is another Pelicans player more important to the team's success?
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How can the Pelicans be right? What does a successful 2026-2027 season look like?
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The New Orleans Pelicans are betting on themselves heading into the 2026 NBA season, but what does success actually look like?
On this episode of New Orleans.Basketball, Raphael Rattler and Garrick “G-Money” Rattler break down the biggest storylines surrounding the Pelicans, including why Trey Murphy is still on the roster, what we learned from NBA Summer League, and who faces the most pressure entering the season.
We also debate whether making the Play-In Tournament would be considered a successful season, how much pressure is on Zion Williamson to prove he’s...
Pelicans Playing It Too Safe? | Center Conundrum & Summer League Preview
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he New Orleans Pelicans have taken a much more cautious approach this offseason—but is that the right strategy after a 26-56 season?
In this episode, Raphael Rattler and Garrick “G-Money” Rattler discuss why Joe Dumars may be choosing patience over blockbuster moves, whether the Pelicans should still pursue a center upgrade, and which players they’re most excited to watch during NBA Summer League.
🏀 In this episode:
• Why the Pelicans have stayed quiet this offseason
• Is New Orleans making the right decision by competing instead of rebuilding?<...
Pelicans Biggest Needs Revealed + NBA Draft Trade Rumors | Joe Dumars’ Next Move
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The 2026 NBA Draft is almost here, and the New Orleans Pelicans have some major decisions to make.
Raphael Rattler and Garrick “G-Money” Rattler break down the Pelicans’ biggest roster needs, discuss whether Joe Dumars should trade into the first round, and highlight a few intriguing second-round prospects who could fit the team’s vision moving forward.
We also discuss what the New York Knicks’ championship run means for the rest of the NBA, why two-way players are more important than ever, and what teams like the Spurs and Victor Wembanyama...
Pelicans Trade Trey Murphy? | Joe Dumars & Jamahl Mosley Speak + Zion, Rebuild or Playoffs?
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The New Orleans Pelicans have officially entered a new era.
Joe Dumars and Jamahl Mosley have spoken, and now attention shifts to the biggest question facing the franchise: What comes next for the roster?
Raphael Rattler and Garrick “G-Money” Rattler break down the Pelicans’ most realistic trade assets, discuss whether Trey Murphy should be considered untouchable, and debate if New Orleans is closer to a playoff push or a full rebuild.
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What would i...
Pelicans Hire Jamahl Mosley | Initial Reactions
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Joe Dumars makes his first major hire as the lead basketball executive for the New Orleans Pelicans:
➡️ Jamahl Mosley
After building the Orlando Magic into one of the NBA’s top defensive teams and developing stars like Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner, and Jalen Suggs, Mosley now takes over a Pelicans roster built around:
* Zion Williamson
* Dejounte Murray
* Trey Murphy
* Jeremiah Fears
* Derik Queen
* Yves Missi
* Saddiq Bey
But is this the perfect hire for New Orleans… or are there red flag...
Pelicans Coaching Search Heats Up | Rondo, Borrego, Hetzel & What the NBA Playoffs Reveal
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Welcome back to NewOrleans.Basketball, your go-to source for New Orleans Pelicans news, coaching updates, and NBA analysis.
Hosted by Raphael Rattler and Garrick “G-Money” Rattler, we break down the latest Pelicans coaching search, key candidates, and what the 2026 NBA Playoffs are teaching teams like New Orleans.
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Pelicans Offseason Begins: Zion Accountability, Joe Dumars’ Vision & Is Borrego the Answer?
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Welcome back to NewOrleans.Basketball, your home for detailed New Orleans Pelicans analysis, roster breakdowns, and NBA talk.
Hosted by Raphael Rattler and Garrick “G-Money” Rattler, we break down everything from the Pelicans end-of-season press conference, to Zion Williamson’s accountability, Joe Dumars’ vision, and what’s next for the franchise heading into the offseason.
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Why Aren’t the Pelicans Playing Through Zion? | Borrego Offense, Rookies & Rotation Debate
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Welcome back to NewOrleans.Basketball, your go-to source for real New Orleans Pelicans analysis, roster breakdowns, and NBA discussion.
Hosted by Raphael Rattler and Garrick “G-Money” Rattler, we break down what’s happening with the Pelicans as the season winds down.
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Pelicans Season Almost Over… But are they any Better? | Borrego Lineups, Zion’s Role & Offseason Decisions
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Welcome back to New Orleans.Basketball, your home for detailed New Orleans Pelicans analysis, roster breakdowns, and NBA discussion.
Hosted by Raphael Rattler alongside Garrick “G-Money” Rattler, we break down everything happening with the Pelicans as the season winds down.
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Key Topics in This Episode
1️⃣ What to Watch in the Final 16 Games
With 8 home games and 8 road games, plus three back-to-backs, we’re watching:
• Can Dejou...
Dejounte Murray Is Back, Zion’s Playing… But Pelicans Are 15–41 | What’s the Plan?
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Welcome to another episode of New Orleans.Basketball 🏀
Hosted by Raphael Rattler and Garrick “G-Money” Rattler.
The New Orleans Pelicans (15–41) are 14th in the West, 12 games out of the Play-In — and realistically, the postseason isn’t happening.
With 26 games left, what should Pelicans fans actually be watching for?
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Pelicans Beat Spurs, Zion Trend Emerging, Poole on the Brink & Ja Morant Trade Talk
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The New Orleans Pelicans (12–36) pull out a gritty 104–95 win over the Spurs in San Antonio, and several important trends are starting to take shape as the NBA trade deadline approaches.
From rotation changes to Zion’s growing control of games — and real questions about Jordan Poole’s future — we break it all down.
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Can the Pelicans keep it up? 5 Wins in 6 Games, Zion’s Rhythm, Suns Preview
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The New Orleans Pelicans (8–23) are quietly 5–1 over their last 6 games, playing their best basketball of the season — and an identity is starting to form.
With Zion Williamson gaining rhythm, elite paint scoring, and defensive activity trending up, we break down what’s real, what’s fragile, and what has to improve as the Pelicans close out 2025.
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Pelicans COMPLETE Largest Comeback in Franchise History | Zion Benched, Borrego Wins, Offense Is REAL
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The New Orleans Pelicans (6–22) pulled off the largest comeback in franchise history, erasing a 25-point deficit to beat the Houston Rockets 133–128 at the Smoothie King Center — and it came with a MAJOR coaching decision.
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Zion Comes Off the Bench?! Pelicans Finding an Identity as Health Improves
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Zion Williamson returned two weeks early, came off the bench for the first time in his career, and immediately looked like the best player on the floor. With improved health, better chemistry, and James Borrego settling into the head coaching role, the Pelicans are quietly playing their best basketball of the season.
In this episode of NewOrleans.Basketball, we break down what’s real, what’s sustainable, and what to watch next 👇
🟣 Zion Williamson Returns Early — What Did We Learn?
🟣 Why the Pelicans Are Playing Better Basketball
🟣 Roles Are...
The Future is now for the Pelicans. Queen & Fears Era Begins | What’s Next for Zion Williamson
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With Zion likely out all of December, the Pelicans are getting a preview of the future. On this episode we breakdown if Zion Williamson & Derik Queen can co-exist, the problem with the Pelicans defense, Fears & Queen chances at ROTY, and what to look forward to in the game vs the Portland Trailblazers.
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Pelicans Injury Chaos: What’s REALLY Going On? Zion’s Frustration, Borrego’s Fixes & Wolves Preview
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The New Orleans Pelicans are drowning in injuries again, and fans everywhere are asking the same question:
Is something fundamentally broken inside the Pelicans’ medical & performance process, or is this just extreme caution?
Year after year, same story. Something is off.
Rundown:
🔥 Pelicans Injury Crisis — What Is Going On?
🟣 2. What Has Borrego Shown (Despite a 1–8 Start)?
🟣 3. Roster Trends Through 21 Games
🟣 4. Pelicans vs Timberwolves — What to Watch For
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Pelicans Finally Finding an Identity? Zion as Engine, & Rotation Shakeups | Pels-Grizzlies Preview
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Welcome back to another episode of NewOrleans.Basketball, your home for smart, detailed, no-nonsense Pelicans analysis.
The New Orleans Pelicans might finally be turning a corner. Even with injuries stacking up—Herb Jones (calf strain), Karlo Matkovic (calf), Dejounte Murray (Achilles), and Jordan Poole just now returning to basketball activities—this team might be beginning to understand what works and who they are offensively
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Zion Returns, Borrego’s New Starting Lineup Works? | Pelicans Rotation Fix, Derik Queen Rising & Mavs Preview
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Welcome back to another episode of NewOrleans.Basketball, your home for real Pelicans breakdowns. The Pels finally get Zion Williamson back, James Borrego rolls out a new starting lineup, and suddenly this team looks… alive again.
Tonight we’re breaking down the Pelicans’ progress, Derik Queen’s shocking rise, how Zion’s return changes everything, and what this means heading into Saturday’s matchup vs the Dallas Mavericks.
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Pelicans Fall to 2-11 | Borrego Era Begins, Queen Starts, Turnovers & Defense Collapse vs Warriors
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The New Orleans Pelicans fall to 2–11 after a 124–106 loss to the Golden State Warriors on the City Edition court — a game defined by sloppy turnovers, slow defensive rotations, and a rough first quarter where Moses Moody scored 21 points.
This was the FIRST game of the James Borrego interim head-coach era, and while the rotations changed, the results did not. The Pelicans are still searching for identity without Zion Williamson, Dejounte Murray, and Jordan Poole.
Let’s break down what went wrong, what Borrego changed, and what must improve immediately.
Derik Queen Breakout, Rotation Concerns & Accountability Questions After Pelicans Loss to Blazers
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The New Orleans Pelicans lose again at home, falling to 2-9 after a 125–117 defeat to the Portland Trail Blazers.
Despite another game without Zion Williamson, Dejounte Murray, and a two-minute appearance from Yves Missi before an ejection, the Pelicans got a massive breakout performance from Derik Queen — but still couldn’t overcome rotation issues, poor starts, and defensive inconsistency.
This breakdown dives into how the Pelicans got here, what’s holding them back, and what has started to click amid all the early-season adversity.
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Trey Murphy Explodes for 41, Derik Queen Closes Again| Pelicans Fight Without Zion but Fall to Spurs
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The New Orleans Pelicans lose a tough one to the San Antonio Spurs 126–119, but this game felt different. With Zion Williamson (hamstring), Dejounte Murray, Yves Missi, and Jordan Poole all still out, the Pelicans leaned on Trey Murphy, Derik Queen, Jeremiah Fears, and Saddiq Bey — and saw real identity growth despite the result.
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Are the Pelicans Turning a Corner? Back-to-Back Wins, Derik Queen Emergence & Saddiq Bey Impact
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The New Orleans Pelicans are 2-0 in their last two games, winning their first back-to-back of the season — and both were clutch wins:
• 101–99 @ Mavericks
• 116–112 vs Hornets
This comes after:
• Three 30-point blowout losses (Boston, OKC, Denver)
• Three clutch losses (Memphis, San Antonio, Clippers)
And the Pelicans are doing it without three starters:
• Zion Williamson (hamstring, out 5–9 days)
• Jordan Poole (quad, out 7–10 days)
• Yves Missi (illness, day-to-day)
Yet the locker room hasn’t folded.
The effort, connectivity, and defensive rotations look improved.
So… have...
Pelicans Get 1st Win | Derik Queen Breakout 4th, Trey Murphy Resurgence & Playing Without Zion Again
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The New Orleans Pelicans get their first win of the season, 116–112 over the Charlotte Hornets. After an emotional stretch and multiple lineup changes, the Pelicans finally punched back and closed a tight game late.
This was the 2nd test of playing without Zion, and the Pelicans handled it much better than the first time.
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Pelicans Show Signs of Life vs Clippers | Zion’s 2nd Half, Poole the 6th Man & Identity Check-In
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The New Orleans Pelicans finally showed some fight in a 126-124 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers — and this one felt different. The Pelicans punched back, Zion took over in the second half, Jordan Poole thrived as a 6th man, and the new starting lineup may actually make sense going forward.
But the defensive identity still isn’t there — and the Pelicans now look ahead to the OKC Thunder, the defending NBA Champs.
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Pelicans Embarrassed in Denver | Zion Struggles, Trey Murphy Concerns & Willie Green Accountability
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The New Orleans Pelicans were embarrassed in Denver, losing 88-122 to the Nuggets — and it wasn’t just the scoring margin. It was effort. Identity. Energy.
Add in Trey Murphy’s continued struggles, rotational chaos, no defensive intensity, and the worst third-quarter collapse of the season, and the Pelicans look nothing like the team that spent the entire summer preaching accountability, effort, and culture.
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Zion Out vs Celtics | Pelicans Collapse Late, Trey Murphy Struggles & Willie Green’s Hot Seat Heats Up
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The New Orleans Pelicans fall to the Boston Celtics after a late fourth-quarter collapse, and the headlines aren’t kind — Zion Williamson was ruled out with a left toe contusion while Boston finished on a 30-4 run to seal the win.
Even with the score lopsided, this game exposed deeper issues for New Orleans — effort, execution, and accountability.
This loss raises the question: Is this just early-season fatigue or deeper coaching issues?
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Pelicans 0-2 but Encouraging Signs? Zion Dominates, Fears & Queen Rise + Celtics Preview
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The New Orleans Pelicans are 0-2 after two crunch-time losses to division rivals… but there are real signs of optimism. While early closing struggles and defensive inconsistency remain concerns, Zion Williamson is playing at an elite level, rookies Jeremiah Fears & Derik Queen are already closing games, and the Pelicans rank near the top of the league in multiple offensive categories.
In this episode, we break down what’s working, what needs fixing, and whether this team is closer than their record suggests — before previewing a big home game vs Jay...
Pelicans vs Grizzlies Recap & Spurs Home Opener Preview
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In this episode, we break down the New Orleans Pelicans’ season opener against the Memphis Grizzlies and look ahead to the home opener versus the San Antonio Spurs. We cover the keys to the game, a tale of two halves, rookie debuts, 3 up & 3 down, injury updates, and a preview of the next matchup. If you’re a Pelicans fan or an NBA enthusiast, this detailed recap and analysis will get you caught up on all the important highlights and insights from the first game and what to expect going forward.
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Pelicans Season Keys, Stat Leaders & Bold Predictions | Zion, Trey, Poole Outlook + Grizzlies Opener Preview
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The new NBA season is here, and the New Orleans Pelicans enter with high expectations and major questions. In this episode of the New Orleans.Basketball Podcast, Raphael Rattler and Garrick Rattler break down the keys to Pelicans success, project stat leaders, make bold predictions, and preview the season opener vs the Memphis Grizzlies.
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Pelicans Preseason Deep Dive: Zion’s Growth, Peavy’s Rise & Frontcourt Injury Questions
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In this episode, Raphael Rattler and Garrick Rattler discuss:
🏀 Injury Concerns in the Frontcourt
⚡ Key Preseason Takeaways
📈 Standout Performances
❓ Questions Heading into the Regular Season
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Pelicans Preseason Takeaways vs Rockets | Zion’s Growth, Fears Impress, and Rebounding Concerns
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🏀 1️⃣ Questions Going Into the Game
• How would the Pelicans handle the Rockets’ physical front court with no Looney or Derik Queen?
• Would the offense flow through Zion Williamson?
• Could the Pelicans maintain the pace?
⚡ 2️⃣ Key Takeaways.
🔥 3️⃣ Things That Stood Out
❓ 4️⃣ Questions Leaving the Game
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Are the Pelicans the NBA’s highest variance Team?
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The New Orleans Pelicans just made NBA history, becoming the first NBA team ever to play in Australia 🇦🇺. From the passionate crowds in Melbourne to Brandon Ingram’s comments about an empty Smoothie King Center, this episode dives deep into what this moment says about the Pelicans’ culture, fanbase, and future.
We break down:
Why the Pelicans might be the NBA’s biggest “What If” team — the Sixers of the West.Takeaways from the historic preseason games in Australia Key preseason q...Pelicans Training Camp 2025: Zion Williamson, Joe Dumars & Media Day Takeaways
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The New Orleans Pelicans opened Training Camp with fresh energy — and all eyes are on Zion Williamson. After a strong Media Day showing, Zion looks in elite condition and his MVP odds are shifting. But will this season finally be different? We dive into Zion’s growth, his connection with Joe Dumars, and what it means for the Pelicans moving forward.
We also break down the biggest themes from Media Day 2025:
Joe Dumars’ message on communication, accountability, and roster depth.Willie Green’s approa...The Pelicans' Rocky Road: Navigating the 2024-25 Schedule
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The Pelicans' 2024-25 schedule has arrived, and hosts Raphael and Garrick Rattler dig into what might be the NBA's toughest slate of games this season. With brutal honesty and sharp analysis, they break down how New Orleans cleverly embraced their challenging circumstances by while signaling their determination to control their own destiny.
The conversation centers on the murderer's row of opponents the Pelicans face in their first ten games, including matchups against Memphis, Wembanyama's Spurs, the champion Celtics, Denver, the Clippers, and OKC.
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Ranking the Pelicans’ Most Important Growth Areas for 2025
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In this episode, we break down a ranked look at which Pelicans players need to grow the most heading into the 2025 NBA season. From Zion Williamson’s leadership and health to Trey Murphy’s shot at becoming a two-way star, we explore which individual leaps will matter most if New Orleans wants to shake the league’s current narrative.
🔍 Topics include:
Can Trey Murphy take a defensive leap?What growth is expected from Herb Jones & Jordan Hawkins?How important are Yves Missi & Karlo Matkovic’s physical development?What versio...Pelicans 2025 Rotation Breakdown: Who Starts, Who cracks the Rotation, and What Has to Work?
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If the season tipped off today, what would the New Orleans Pelicans’ lineup look like? In this episode, we dive into the projected starting five, bench rotation, and the lineup combinations that could define the season.
🔹 Is Zion the real point guard? Can Herb Jones shooting return?
🔹 Will Jordan Poole defend well enoughs?
Then we break down the biggest bench battles
— Backup PG: Jeremiah Fears vs. Jose Alvarado
— Can Derik Queen be a true offensive hub off the bench?
— What rol...
