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  • For Those Boarding the Zion Bandwagon

    We always knew the Zion Williamson bandwagon would be full and we’ll find out how crowded it truly is once the wheels start turning at 8:30 tonight in front of a...

  • It’s Time

    The New Orleans Pelicans enter the last third of January at 16-27, 12th in the West, and just 0.5 game ahead of the tie at 13th and 14th. The next couple...

  • From Old Hoops to New Hopes

    While the LSU Tigers defeated Clemson 42-25 in the National Championship to remain perfect, the New Orleans Pelicans quietly won another game. In a dramatic overtime finish, nearly completely unnoticed by...

  • Connection Vs. Creation

    In October, I wrote in detail about Lonzo Ball and his potential role on the Pelicans. While my main point of contention was around the antiquated positional label, “Point Guard”, I...

  • Cutting the Pelicans’ Tether

    The New Orleans Pelicans sit at 14th in the West at 13-25 with their next three games are all on the road. The midpoint of the season and the likely debut...

  • In the N.O. Episode 61: Zion’s Return and Playoff Hopes

    Shamit and Mason discuss what the Pelicans’ roster and rotations should look like around Zion given his pending return, and then debate whether or not the team’s playoff hopes are still...

  • Looking Up to the Bottom

    The New Orleans Pelicans enter 2020 at 11-23. This is not good. Still, with more than half the season left to play, the Playoffs are not beyond discussion because of the...

  • Brandon Ingram’s Max Contract

    It’s officially 2020 and by now it is amply clear that Brandon Ingram is in line for a maximum contract in July. The Pelicans and Ingram had an opportunity to agree...

  • Happy Ass-Whipping

    As the holidays slide past along with the change of seasons, it is natural to consider the past, present, and future, as so much of the cultural importance of this time...

  • Can the Pelicans Be Good?

    On Wednesday night, New Orleans received a Christmas miracle. The Pelicans, currently second to last in the Western Conference standings, beat the Denver Nuggets 112-100 in front of a nationally televised...

  • A Very Pelicans Christmas

    Despite some improved play as of late, it appears that the 8-23 New Orleans Pelicans will need a Christmas Miracle to get a win over the Denver Nuggets, currently the No....

  • Take a Bow

    It’s been around eight months since the New Orleans Pelicans hired David Griffin to be the Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations. His hiring was part of a major transformation of...

  • In the N.O. Episode 57: McNamara Returns to Talk Trades

    The ever mysterious Michael McNamara returns to discuss how the Pelicans should approach the upcoming trade season.

  • Trade Season is Coming and the Pelicans Need to Be Aggressive

    After an offseason full of collecting assets and quality players, inspiring press conferences, an exciting summer league, and a perfect preseason, David Griffin had a 100% approval rating. Even national media...

  • Brandon Ingram: No Turning Back

    I am analytical by nature. I’m a sap, too, but usually my analytical side is stronger. This colors how I watch basketball and thus makes me a bit annoying to watch...

  • In the N.O. Episode 54: Are the Pelicans Playoffs?

    Shamit and Mason look ahead in an effort to figure out what the rotation will look like when everyone is healthy, then discuss if the Pelicans are a playoff team and...

  • Early Season Eye Test Part Two — The Bigs

    As we continue to forgo the urge to look at the stats, and instead focus on what our eyes are telling us, I turn my attention to the bigs. Unfortunately, we...

  • In the N.O. Episode 52: The Pelicans Win Their Second Game

    The Pelicans have won their second game. Can they replicate the process for more wins? Is Kenny Hustle the key to unlocking the starting lineup? Has anybody been good at defense?...

  • The Blame Game

    So far in this very young season, the Pelicans have played 7 games & have a 1-6 record.  When you see that record, you may be disappointed, especially if your expectations...

  • Fine with the Struggles

    The New Orleans Pelicans are struggling mightily, and I feel fine. This is not ideal; in fact, far from it. I’m not claiming “moral victory” or pointing to close losses or...

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