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Pelicans Scoop: Recapping the Off-Season
With preseason right around the corner it’s time to start prepping for the season. But before we do that our writers recap and give their thoughts on the Pelicans’ off-season. Which new member of the Pelicans do you think will have the biggest impact this coming season? Jake Madison: I see the Pelicans defense […]
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Take Aways from 2016 New Orleans Pelicans Media Day
The New Orleans Pelicans held their media day this past Friday at the Smoothie King Center. As the team gears up for its first preseason game let’s look at some of the biggest take aways from everything that was said. Anthony Davis Everything starts and ends with the Pelicans’ franchise player. And for the first […]
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All-Star Logo Unveiled
The NBA has unveiled the All-Star game logo for the 217 game recently relocated to New Orleans. And it looks pretty excellent. All-Star weekend should be a pretty fun one in New Orleans this year, but Pelicans’ fans could have a lot to look forward to in terms of on court events. While it’s early to […]
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New Orleans to Host 2017 NBA All-Star Game
Game on! The NBA officially announced today that New Orleans will be hosting the 2017 All-Star Game. While previously scheduled for Charlotte, the NBA decided to relocate the game in response to a state law that limits anti-discrimination protections for lesbian, gay and transgender people. Once that happened New Orleans quickly became the replacement front runner. The […]
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New Orleans Pelicans Pledge Flood Relief Support
We mainly talk about basketball here on Bourbon Street Shots, but sometimes things are much bigger than free agents, the rotation, or the future of the franchise. The flooding in Louisiana is one of those. Many, many people have said things far more eloquently than what we’re capable of here, but we want you all […]
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Looking at the New Orleans Pelicans’ Schedule
In case you missed it, the Pelicans’ schedule was released Thursday. You can take a look at the whole thing here. Despite how early it is to form concrete opinions, and knowing that a lot will change as we get closer to the season, and change when the season actually starts, there is still a […]
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How Are You Feeling About the Pelicans’ Off-season?
Jake Madison and Mason Ginsberg have differing opinions about the New Orleans Pelicans’ off-season. Personally, (it’s me, Jake. Hi, everyone!) I’m feeling rather lukewarm about it all. Mason is more optimistic. We emailed back and forth about it to try and illuminate the middle ground. Take a look! And let us know in the comments […]
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What’s the Potential for the Pelicans in the 2nd Round
The NBA Draft is on Thursday and here at Bourbon Street Shots we’ve already covered the 6th pick in depth. So, what about those other draft picks? The two in the 2nd round? 39th and 40th overall. There’s a lot going on there. Let’s break it down some. Usually the first ten picks of the […]
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Kris Dunn Is Your 6th Pick Champion
And then there was one. Kris Dunn, to be exact. It was a close battle, but in the end Dunn outlasted Buddy Hield with 52% of the vote. It was a close, close vote and no doubt Dunn is excited about his win. The explosive point guard out of Providence is pretty much a lock […]
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2016 NBA Draft Watch Party 6/23 @ Tracey’s!
It’s that time of year for the NBA Draft! Currently, the Pelicans have the 6th overall pick and two second rounders. There is still a week for all that to change, including adding a nice pick. A nice top-8 pick would allow them to add in the front court and the back court. So come […]
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Lottery Watch Party 5/17 @ Tracey’s!
It’s that time of year for the NBA draft lottery! Currently the Pelicans are slotted for the 6th overall pick, but with the lottery you never know. The Pelicans have a 21.5% chance of landing a top three pick. So come join us at Tracey’s on Third and Magazine Street and see if we can […]
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Season in Review: Kendrick Perkins as the Good Influence
Kendrick Perkins’ one-year tenure on the New Orleans Pelicans cannot be evaluated by the eye test at all. In fact, you can’t use stats to say how he contributed either. That makes it hard to write a season in review on him. If you root for a team that he’s never played for you probably […]
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Final Watch Party Wednesday 4/13 @ Tracey’s
It’s the final game of the season! The Pelicans are locked into the 6th worst record in the NBA, or, if you’re a glass half-full person, the 6th best lottery odds. 21.5% chance at landing a top 3 pick! That means it’s time to unleash the D-League players! Tim Frazier, James Ennis, Jordan Hamilton! Honestly, […]
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Watch Party Wednesday 4/6 @Tracey’s!
It’s almost done. You’ve made it! We’ve made it! The team has somehow made it! I bet were all ready to be finished with this disaster of a regular season. Playoff dreams dashed; injuries everywhere; the top six (!!!) players out for the season; an uncertain future. And speaking of that future. This is going […]
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Watch Party Wednesday 3/30 @ Tracey’s!
Alright, the Pelicans season is almost finished. Playoffs aren’t happening. You wont see Anthony Davis, Tyreke Evans, and maybe Ryan Anderson for the rest of the season. So, why even watch? Let me tell you. The future. There is A LOT to dive into as we head to this offseason. Will Dell Demps keep his […]
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Game On: Pelicans @ Pacers
There is a difference between tanking and not being good enough to win. Tanking implies losing on purpose, throwing in the towel, waving the white flag, not trying. If you’re rooting for that then I think you’ve lost sight of something. Having an injury list of Anthony Davis, Tyreke Evans, Quincy Pondexter, Ryan Anderson, while […]
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Warriors Blow Out the Pelicans; Sun Will Rise in the East Tomorrow
You know, for a minute there it seemed like the New Orleans Pelicans might stay in this game against the Golden State Warriors. Though, that wasn’t exactly due to the Pelicans playing well as the Warriors missed a handful of three-pointers to start the game. The Pelicans even had a 40-38 point lead halfway through […]
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Game On: Pelicans @ Warriors
How do I want to start this preview off? Bear with me as I try a few different things here… The reeling New Orleans Pelicans take on the Association-best Golden State Warriors tonight in California? Losers of 7 of their last 8 games, the Pelicans take on the 30-0 at home, Warriors tonight in Oracle […]
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Watch Party Monday 3/14 @ Tracey’s!
We’re in that stretch run of the season. Playoffs may be out of reach (not may, are), but there still is a lot left to play for. Fun games like the comeback against the Kings are still exciting. Which prospects will the Pelicans look at in the upcoming draft? Will they resign Eric Gordon? Ryan […]
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Is Alvin Gentry Good For Anthony Davis?
“Primarily responsible for the Warriors offense — top-rated for most of the season — Gentry believes the Pelicans have underutilized Davis’ offensive skills. Not only did he express this during his initial interview with Loomis and Demps, but Gentry also came into that session equipped with charts and graphs to illustrate his point.” That was […]