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The Line on the Line
Just be right there when the whistle blows I need a sanctified mind to help me out right now — The Rolling Stones, All Down the Line New Orleans Pelicans News Things have been busy here, so I’ll be racapping most of December in the coming days. In the week ending on December 15, the […]
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Fixing the System: Set Everyone Free
Over the next few weeks, the writers at Bourbon Street Shots will throw their hat in the ring, as they debate the en vogue hot button topic – Tanking. The prevailing theory is that the system encourages organizations to purposely fail in order to succeed because of the way the current lottery system is set […]
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The New Orleans Pelicans’ Biggest Problem
I am about to introduce a ground-breaking concept, so prepare to be amazed. In the game of basketball, there are only three ways (excluding the clock expiring at the end of a quarter) that a possession can end: a made shot, a missed shot + defensive rebound, or a turnover. The defense’s objective, therefore, is […]
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Jrue Holiday and Tyreke Evans are the Pelicans Backcourt of the Future
It was impossible to watch the Pelicans – Kings game and not see how terrific the Holiday/Evans combo was on both sides of the ball. Their length created turnovers on the defensive end and their speed got open looks for themselves and teammates on the offensive side of the ball. Both guys are combo guards […]
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Pelicans’ Injuries Freeze Their Progress
No release from my cryonic state What is this? I’ve been stricken by fate Wrapped up tight, cannot move, can’t break free Hand of doom has a tight grip on me — Metallica, Trapped Under Ice New Orleans Pelicans News This past week, the Pelicans have gone 1-2, bringing their record to 9-10. They just […]
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Broken Bones and Silver Linings
Michael is on the ledge. We’re not sure if he’s going to jump or if he’s just trying to get Jason’s attention. Let’s find out. Mike: Okay, let’s start with a little background so we can grasp the full scope of my frustration. I became a fan of this team in 1991 and have watched […]
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Offense isn’t the Problem and Opponent BS Rate
Everyone always spends a lot of time talking about offense. We rail at players shot selection, wonder why Jrue doesn’t generate more free throws, boo and hiss at the jumpshots of Evans and Aminu. We complain when there’s little ball movement and stare dumfounded when our guards drive one on two on a fast break […]
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Small Relief from the Storm
I won’t be told anymore that I’ve been bought down in this storm And left so far out from the shore but I can’t find by way back, my way back anymore Oh no, I won’t be told anymore that I’ve been bought down in this storm And left so far out from the shore, […]
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Offensive Ch-Ch-Ch-Ch-Changes
This offseason was one of changes. From the New Orleans Hornets to the New Orleans Pelicans; Trades and free agent signings revamped the roster; Even the New Orleans Arena got a makeover. But there was another change hinted this offseason that fans needed to wait on. The team’s offense. Head coach Monty Williams wanted to […]
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How’s Your (Jrue) Holiday Been?
Of all the offseason changes the New Orleans Pelicans went through the one I was most excited about was acquisition of Jrue Holiday. Dell Demps gave up a lot to bring in the 23 year-old All-Star point guard. I thought he’d make an immediate impact on defense with his strength and ability to press the […]
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Fixing the Small Forward Position
On Friday night, we saw Monty Williams tinker with the starting lineup for the first time since Ryan Anderson returned. No, he did not start Anderson next to Anthony Davis like our own Michael Pellissier suggested. Instead, he moved his other elite shooter – Anthony Morrow – into the starting lineup to increase the spacing. […]
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New Orleans Pelicans Player Tracking Data – Sport VU
If the rest of you are like me, you’re still in a food coma from yesterday and are in no shape to dive into a deep analytical column. Not to worry; nothing too intense here today. I spent some of my post-meal Thanksgiving evening talking to relatives, poking around in the NBA.com player tracking data gathered […]
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Should Ryan Anderson be Starting?
Put me in, damnit. No. I don’t care that Ryan Anderson isn’t starting.. for Ryan Anderson. He gets his minutes, and though I do think that it may affect some NBA players’ attitudes, I don’t see it as a huge problem. Ryan Anderson has been professional his entire time here, and most often, he comes onto the […]
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Breaking the Cycle
Gotta find a way, to find a way, when I’m there Gotta find a way, a better way, I had better wait — Nirvana, Territorial Pissings New Orleans Pelicans News The New Orleans Pelicans staged a comeback against the Cleveland Cavaliers Friday night, winning the game 104-100. The victory not only brought the team back […]
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A New Game?
It’s all about the game and how you play itAll about control and if you can take itAll about your debt and if you can pay itIt’s all about pain and who’s gonna make it — Motorhead, The Game New Orleans Pelicans News Since the last news piece, the New Orleans Pelicans have gone 1-0, […]
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Precarious
I was gambling in Havana I took a little risk Send lawyers, guns and money Dad, get me out of this — Warren Zevon, Lawyers, Guns, and Money (RIP Warren) New Orleans Pelicans News The New Orleans Pelicans had a down-and-up week, going 1-3 over the past week, bringing their record to 4-6 with 72 […]
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Pelicans Scoop: Monty, Creepy Mascots, a Blockbuster Trade, and Predictions
1. Let’s get straight to it. Should Monty be nervous about his job security given the team’s performance since he took over as the head coach? Michael McNamara: Any coach who doesn’t have a championship should be nervous. Heck, how many times have we seen a Coach of the Year get fired within 24 months […]
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Social Media Squawk: Episode Two — Fire Monty Williams?
When the New Orleans Pelicans lost to the Los Angeles Lakers many fans started to call for head-coach Monty Williams to be fired. These desires were intensified after New Orleans lost to the worst team in the league, the Utah Jazz, on Wednesday night. A hash-tag (#FireMontyWilliams) was created and jumped on by many users […]
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Is the Pelicans’ Defense Really Improving?
Note: This post was written before last night’s game against the Jazz. But if you watched it then you’ll have some video evidence for what is discussed. The other day Ryan pointed out that while the Pelicans’ defense is improving it will struggle to hold a lead. Basically, he summed it up with the fact […]
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What’s up with Tyreke?
When New Orleans acquired Tyreke Evans in a three-team trade that sent Greivis Vasquez to Sacramento and Robin Lopez to Portland, the move was met with a wide range of emotions. There was some pure excitement, some reserved excitement, and some pessimism due to the amount of his contract. The one thing that seemingly no […]