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Pelicans prove to be own worst enemy, lose 96-89 to Timberwolves
However, the positives were numerous, so a win could soon be in store
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Gamethread: Pelicans’ bench needs to find rhythm against Timberwolves
The New Orleans reserves have been outscored 80-43 by their counterparts through two games!
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Pelicans hit wall in final frame, fall 117-97 to Sixers
After a hard-fought three quarters, things got away from New Orleans in the fourth
Gamethread: Willie Green decides on Graham-NAW-Ingram-Hart-Valanciunas starting lineup against Sixers
It’s the 2021-22 opener. Let’s geaux!
Pelicans sign Jonas Valanciunas to two-year extension valued at 30.1 million
New Orleans locks in a versatile offensive center for less money than Steven Adams was paid a year ago
NBA Preview: Brandon Ingram looks to elevate Pelicans to victory over Joel Embiid and Sixers
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Zion Williamson to miss start of 2021-22 regular season
The young superstar will be reevaluated in 2-2.5 weeks
Pelicans fall 127-96 to Jazz, finish preseason with 1-3 record
New Orleans was outclassed by a championship-caliber team
Gamethread: New Pelicans starting lineup for preseason finale against Jazz preseason
Plus there’s a Zion Williamson injury update
NBA Preview: Pelicans in search of rhythm against Jazz
It’s the final preseason game for New Orleans
Pelicans can’t find rhythm, drop 121-85 dud against Bulls
Lonzo Ball was stellar against his former team
Gamethread: Ingram, Zion-less Pelicans to battle near full strength Bulls
New Orleans will lean on Jonas Valanciunas
NBA Preview: Pelicans-Bulls preseason game to carry unnecessary drama
Lonzo Ball — and particularly one writer — sit front and center
A vibrant defensive effort propels Pelicans to 104-86 victory over Magic
Nickeil and Trey were special again, but good energy from entire roster leads New Orleans to first preseason win
Gamethread: Ingram out, Nickeil and Valanciunas move into starting lineup vs Magic
The starting small forward is out, but New Orleans’ primary center will make his debut
NBA Preview: Pelicans welcome Magic in lone preseason home game
After scoring 21 points against the Wolves, what will Trey Murphy do for an encore?
Nickeil, Trey shine but Pelicans lose 117-114 to Timberwolves in preseason opener
It was a tale of two halves
Gamethread: Valanciunas out against Wolves, Temple, Marshall and Hernangomez starting alongside Ingram and Graham
Zion Williamson continues to progress as expected
NBA Preview: Pelicans at Timberwolves offers chance to view new-look New Orleans team for first time
The first preseason game of 2021-22 is here!
Zion Williamson eager to unveil expanded game in effort to help Pelicans reach postseason
The young superstar says he’ll be shooting more floaters and midrange jumpers
Gayle Benson and succession plan aim to keep Pelicans in New Orleans forever
A strong commitment exists, yet plenty of work remains
Williamson injury grabs headlines but Ingram and rest of Pelicans produce hope on media day
New Orleans is hopeful Zion will be ready for the start of the regular season, but if needed, the depth of the roster could be ready to step up
Alexander-Walker showing signs of leadership, Hayes to avoid felony charges and the Griffin-Zion tenuous relationship
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Fit matters so New Orleans should look away from both point guards
Announcement: A new commenting system is coming to The Bird Writes
Coming Wednesday, comments will look different.
2021-22 NBA schedule released, bodes well for Pelicans with several advantages
The national television appearances are fewer, but this schedule is much more New Orleans-friendly than last year’s edition