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6th Pick Tournament: Denzel Valentine v Trade for a Vet
Denzel Valentine by Jake Madison This matchup isn’t even close. But what the hell, let me persuade you anyway. Denzel Valentine is one of the more divisive prospects in the NBA draft this year. People either seem to love him or hate him. But what you can’t argue about with him is his production. Over 19 […]
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The BSS 6th Pick Tournament
It’s that time of year, my friends. The Draft! And in keeping with the tradition of the past few years, it’s time for the 6th Pick Tournament, where we here at BSS argue the merits of various actions during the draft – and you vote on the outcome! So here’s the elite eight bracket. We […]
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Bryce Dejean-Jones Dead at 23
Pelicans rookie Bryce Dejean-Jones was shot and killed in Dallas early Saturday morning. In such sad times as these we send our thoughts and prayers to the family and those affected by this terrible loss. The Pelicans had this to say regarding the incident: “It is with deep sadness that the Pelicans organization acknowledges the […]
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Trew2theGame presents: The Pelicans Swoop Troop in a comedy show
Looking for something to do this Saturday? The weekly storytelling/improv mashup event The Megaphone Show is going down at the best place to see New Orleans comedy, The New Movement. The show combines All-Star comedians from the theater plus the true stories of a notable local. This weekend the crew is joined by members of the Pelicans […]
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In the NO Podcast Ep 254: The Sixth Pick
Shamit Dua and I get together and run through an evaluation of the prospects the Pels could be eyeing with the 6th pick of the draft. Well, except for Dragan Bender – whom we don’t know jack about. Then we talk about trading the pick, getting a big man early, if we like Murry, Hield […]
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Pelicans to pick 6th in NBA draft
Well, the most likely outcome happened in the Lottery – and the Pelicans will select 6th overall in the 2016 draft. Not sexy. In a supposedly 2-star draft(I see 3), hard to get excited either. Unless you find Buddy, Bender or Random Tall Stiff Who Didn’t Exactly Dominate in College exciting. Dell will now have […]
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Can Lightning strike twice? The Pelicans lottery odds
May 17th is lottery day, and could be huge for the Pelicans both next year and on the trade market. So – here’s a table illustrating the positions the Pelicans could land in the draft and what their chances are to land in each. Pick Chance 1st 6.3% 2nd 7.1% 3rd 8.1% 4th 0% 5th […]
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In the NO Podcast Ep. 253: Draft Fantasy
Nick and I get together and run through what COULD happen if the Pelicans move up in the draft as part of the lottery. Because, you know, it could happen, right? We talk the top prospects, who the Pelicans could trade the 1st, 2nd or even 3rd picks for – and if we would make […]
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Season in Review: What The Hell To Do With Tyreke Evans
Tyreke Evans has been one of the most polarizing Pelicans for fans over the past 3 seasons. His ability to stuff the stat sheet leaves him among elite company, with stars like Russell Westbrook, Lebron James, and Draymond Green. However, his bad habits and decision making have left many wondering how much his stat-stuffing actually […]
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Season in Review: Alexis Ajinca slipped a bit
Outside of a few exceptions, almost every Pelican had a down year this season. Alexis Ajinca, signed to be a solid back-up center after last year, was no exception. Much has been said on the podcast about Ajinca’s fouling and limitations that make him hard to play in some match-ups. However, if you step back […]
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Season in Review: Ryan Anderson is a Veteran
Ryan Anderson originally came to New Orleans as one of Dell Demps’ “young veterans.” As you can probably recall, the idea was simple. Bring in a bunch of youngish guys that have a little professional playing experience. This was supposed to fast track the team’s success, while still keeping the Pelicans’ championship window relatively wide. […]
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Season in Review: Anthony Davis and his development as a Scorer
Expectations are a dangerous thing, and last year Davis inflated ours – and everyone else’s – to heights that were probably impossible to meet if everything had gone right. To remind you – he posted a PER of 30.89 last season – which was the 11th best ever. (soon to be 12th with Curry going […]
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On this day in New Orleans NBA history
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In the NO Podcast Ep. 252: A New General Manager?
Jake Madison and I get together and talk about the front office situation. Will Dell Demps go? Should he go? Who do we want in that role? Hinkie? Morey? A full control guy like Jeff Van Gundy? If the team went after a number 2 on some other team – which team should they look […]
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Season Finale – Pels v Wolves
So . . . I believe there was some defense played in the first few minutes of this game. By the Wolves. Then both sides pretty much turned it into an All-Star game . . . with one side having the stars? Sort of stars? Really, we shouldn’t have expected more. Only 7 players […]
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Game On: Pels vs Wolves, but . . . some other stuff
It’s an irrelevant game since the Pels draft position is set at 6. This season, however, could be anything but irrelevant. Most people – and organizations – make changes in response to pain. They are not pro-active. Well, I can’t think of anything more painful (in respect to basketball) than the season we just went […]
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Pelicans Lose a Surprisingly Fun Game
James Ennis put up 29. Toney Douglas added another 21. Heck, Omer Asik even scored 14. Yes, this wasn’t the team we expected to watch before this season started, but it was fun. Despite the solid play from our fill-ins, the Bulls prevailed and handed the Pelicans their 51st loss. There are only a couple […]
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New Orleans Pelicans Host Chicago Bulls
Hello? Is there anybody out there? I’m sure there are a few of you left, but not too many. With two games left in the season, the Pelicans season is practically over. Tonight, they take on another team, the Chicago Bulls, who’ve had a disappointing and underwhelming season. In fact, with the exception of the […]
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Pelicans slog way to another loss
It was the fourth game in five nights for the Pelicans, and it ended predictably: with a loss and an injury. Ajinca left after hurting his shoulder in the fourth – and other than a few brief moments in the first quarter – the team looked exhausted. That’s not surprising with only 9 guys available […]
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New Orleans Pelicans Host Phoenix Suns
The New Orleans Pelicans (30-49) host the Phoenix Suns (21-58) tonight at the Smoothie King Center. The game starts at 6 pm CT (UTC -5) and is on Fox Sports New Orleans and the Pelicans Radio Network. Both teams have major issue on the court, but the Suns have been pure misery off the court, […]