New Orleans Pelicans
podcasts, shows & latest takes.

The team needs to prioritize fundamental improvements like rebounding, limiting turnovers, and reducing unnecessary fouls to find consistency.

Improved effort on the boards and managing transition opportunities prevented the Pelicans from capitalizing on turnovers, despite a shaky third-quarter performance from Utah.

A contested offensive foul call and a critical jump ball situation lead to a frantic finish that ultimately favors the home team.

New Orleans enters the home opener as a dangerous, deep roster that requires focused attention from Denver to avoid a slip-up in the altitude.

The coaching staff experimented with unconventional starting lineups during the preseason, raising questions about team chemistry and optimal player roles.

Evaluating whether the player can effectively lead a team or if his ceiling is better suited as a secondary contributor.

New Orleans struggled despite a comeback victory against an Oklahoma City roster composed entirely of reserves.

New Orleans has built an intriguing supporting cast that could maximize its potential if health is maintained.

Coaching staff views upcoming game as critical for momentum and insists on focusing on controllable factors like defensive discipline and rebound execution.

Jeron Pierre Jr. demonstrates a valuable skill by successfully entering the game cold and immediately converting perimeter shots, proving his utility for the roster.

The offense is shifting toward a downhill-attacking identity focused on paint touches and floor spacing, with a specific mandate for Zion to take on primary defensive assignments.

New Orleans demonstrated a marked improvement in defensive rebounding, prioritizing physical presence on the glass under new coaching direction.