Karlo Matkovic is set to join the NBA, as announced by Slovenian Club Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana. The New Orleans Pelicans, who hold his NBA draft rights from the 2022 draft, have an open roster spot and are $2.6 million below the luxury tax. Matkovic, a 6-foot-11 center, has displayed impressive stats this season, averaging 15.3…
In a nail-biting clash, Zion Williamson’s 33-point performance, including a game-winning layup with 3.8 seconds left, propelled the New Orleans Pelicans (28-21) to a slim 114-113 victory over the San Antonio Spurs (10-39) on Friday night. C.J. McCollum contributed 21 points, while Brandon Ingram added 19, forming a potent offensive trio for the Pelicans in…
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard, Brook Lopez, and Bobby Portis combined for 110 points, as the Milwaukee Bucks (32-14) dominated the New Orleans Pelicans (26-20) with a resounding 141-117 victory on Saturday night. Under interim head coach Joe Prunty, who led the team for the third and final game following the firing of Adrian Griffin, the…
In a commanding performance, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 31-point display propelled the Oklahoma City Thunder (32-13) to a resounding 107-83 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans (26-19). Chet Holmgren played a crucial role for the Thunder, contributing 20 points and securing 13 rebounds. New Orleans, playing without the injured Zion Williamson due to a bone bruise in…
New Orleans Pelicans head coach Willie Green likes where the team is currently at, but knows they can still improve in late game scenarios. (via New Orleans Pelicans): “I like where we are right now. Our defense and offense is trending in the right direction. We’re sharing the basketball offensively. We’re executing in the half-court,…
Nikola Jokic secured his 10th career triple-double against the New Orleans Pelicans, leading the Denver Nuggets (27-13) to a 125-113 victory on Friday night. Jokic’s impressive stat line included 27 points, 14 assists, and 10 rebounds, showcasing his all-around dominance on the court. Jokic’s triple-double against the Pelicans marked his 12th this season and the…
Sharpshooter Trey Murphy III feels very confident about the 2023-24 New Orleans Pelicans’ loaded roster. (via New Orleans Pelicans): Reporter: “The fact that y’all have so many guys contributing right now, how much does that kind of put pressure on opposing teams when you’ve got so many different guys that can get 10, 15, 20…
In a crushing defeat, the New Orleans Pelicans (23-15) dominated the Golden State Warriors (17-20) with a decisive 141-105 victory on Wednesday night. As the Warriors faced insurmountable deficits, frustrated fans at the Chase Center expressed their dissatisfaction with resounding boos, departing early from the arena after witnessing another disheartening loss. Stephen Curry, facing a…
LeBron James put up 35 points, five rebounds and eight assists against the Pelicans on Sunday night, but the Lakers still lost to 129-109. Here’s how the NBA world us reacting to James’ performance and the Lakers’ latest disappointing loss: Lakers lose another game. What’s new?pic.twitter.com/F2rsALkwLh — NBALakersReport (@NBALakersReport) January 1, 2024 Lakers back to…
Photo: New Orleans Pelicans/Twitter Zion Williamson’s physical preparedness faced criticism on Thursday when the New Orleans Pelicans suffered a significant defeat against the Los Angeles Lakers in the In-Season Tournament semifinals. The stark contrast in speed and energy between the 38-year-old LeBron James and Williamson became a focal point. Repeatedly, the Pelicans have emphasized to…
