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In the NO Podcast Episode 158: Ryan Anderson is the Pelican Panacea?
Michael and I talk about two soul-crushing games, and one game that managed to make them feel less foul. Plus, is Ryan Anderson the cure to all woes – even those caused by Arch-Villian Monty Williams? Only time will tell. We then talk about which Tyreke we’ll see the rest of the season – Stiemsma’s […]
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Pelicans-Wizards: Homecoming
Anthony Davis and Darius Miller are coming home. The New Orleans Pelicans and Washington Wizards will square off tonight in the University of Kentucky’s Rupp Arena, where UK alums Anthony Davis and Darius Miller will play for the first time since their national title run a couple years ago. UK has enjoyed a wealth of […]
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NBA Rank 2: It’s a Celebration
It’s time to celebrate. Davis is looking very much like the franchise player that New Orleans fans expected him to be, and national media finally appears to have arrived at the consensus opinion that he is going to be a star in the league. But of course, we all knew that, so why does this […]
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Rage
Rudy Gay. Rudy Gay! I voted in #NBARank the past two years. Somehow, despite my input, Rudy Gay ended up with a higher rank than Ryan Anderson, coming in at 55 ahead of Ryno’s 56. What is wrong with everyone? Give Anderson 13 shots and you get 16 points. Give Rudy Gay 13 shots and […]
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So Good Together?
Tell you ’bout the world that we’ll invent Wanton world without lament Enterprise, expedition Invitation and invention Yeah, so good together Ahh, so good together We could be so good together Yeah, we could, know we could — The Doors, We Could Be So Good Together New Orleans Pelicans News The New Orleans Pelicans gave […]
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Making the Leap
Yesterday, James Grayson took a look at the Pelican push for the playoffs. Today, I look at whether the leap that will be required of the Pelicans this season is feasible from a historical perspective. Can a team that finished with a 27-55 record and as the 5th worst team in the NBA make the jump to […]
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Paint Percentage
We need more paint.. lots more paint. Follow @palochak New Orleans finished ranked 15th (tied) in offensive efficiency, but despite having a respectably efficient offense, possessions were often stagnant and horrifying to watch. Possessions where the ball would slowly swing around the perimeter or the lead guard would get his momentum stopped before he […]
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Ryan Anderson is a Jedi Knight
I consider Ryan Anderson’s first year on the team a resounding success. Sure, the team’s record wasn’t good, but Dell Demps has found a gem in a talented young veteran at an affordable contract. Anderson expanded his offensive repertoire, was lethal from deep, and showed the idea that “he needed Dwight Howard” was an absolute […]
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Season In Review: Ryan Anderson
Ryan Anderson came to the Hornets via a sign-and-trade with the Orlando Magic last offseason. Fans familiar with Anderson’s game knew two things: he could nail 3 pointers and grab offensive rebounds. Anderson is a true stretch 4. He has the size to match up with most NBA 4s and is well-known for his ability […]
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Eric Gordon: eHarmony
Finding the right partner isn’t easy. Eric Gordon has been unhappy for much of his time as a Hornet, but perhaps it’s because he hasn’t found that someone. With that in mind, I decided to watch some film in hopes of finding Gordon a special person. Last week, I debated whether or not Robin Lopez […]
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Hornets Survive Late Push to Sneak by Trail Blazers 98-96
Despite Portland finishing the game’s final seven minutes on a 19-11 run, New Orleans was able to hang on and notch a solid victory. We’ve seen this act before. With 6:53 remaining in the 4th quarter, the Trail Blazers called timeout immediately after a Greivis Vasquez 3-pointer gave the Hornets a 87-77 lead. However, not […]
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Grizzlies Pull Away in Third Quarter, Defeat Hornets 96-85
The Hornets trailed 20-13 with 2:28 left in the first quarter when Anthony Davis checked in and New Orleans put Anderson and Davis next to each other for the first time in the game. For the next 11 minutes, the two played off each other beautifully and New Orleans went on a 22-11 run to […]
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Has Ryan Anderson Changed his Game?
Anderson was supposed to suffer without Dwight Howard. Is he?
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Second Unit Lays an Egg as Hornets Fall to Lakers
The NBATV’s Fan Choice Game of the Week had plenty of star power on display. From Kobe, Dwight, Nash, and Pau Gasol on the Lakers to Eric Gordon and the #1 pick Anthony Davis for New Orleans, there were no shortage of potential game changers. But the game wasn’t decided by any of those individuals. […]
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Game On: Hornets @ Lakers
Back on December 5th, the Lakers came into New Orleans and handled the Hornets rather easily, winning 103-87. A lot has changed since then. Most notably, Eric Gordon is back for the Hornets and the Lakers have returned to full health as well (both Nash and Gasol missed the previous game). The Lakers have won […]
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Hornets Beat the Kings in a Tale of Two Halves
The title really sums it up. In the first half the Hornets ran out to a 64-39 lead. It was a combination of incredibly good play on both ends of the court for the Hornets along with just putrid shooting from the Kings. Defensively the Hornets did a great job forcing 8 turnovers and contesting […]
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Hornets Overcome Sluggish Start to Defeat Timberwolves 104-92
By the time the first quarter had come to an end, all you had to do was peak at the box score to understand Monty’s sense of desperation. The Hornets appeared sluggish on both ends of the court and coach Williams was left with no other choice than to try anybody and everybody. And I […]
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Beneath the Screen: The Gordon Effect
Throughout his tenure with the Hornets, Monty Williams has been criticized for offense–mainly for a lack of. But after watching almost every game and going through plenty of film in the days after, I contend that Monty is a sneaky good offensive coach. While I think aspects of the criticism this season is valid, I […]
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Game On: Pacers @ Hornets
Last time these two teams met, the Hornets suffered a heartbreaking loss in overtime, as Paul George sank nine 3’s to lead Indiana to a 115-107 victory. The Hornets were on a four game losing streak at the time and seemed to have the game in hand with about four minutes left in the 4th, […]
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Game On: Hornets @ Clippers
The last time these two teams got together, a three-point contest broke out in the middle of an NBA game, and thanks to Ryan Anderson and Greivis Vasquez, the Hornets pulled out a thrilling victory. Can it happen again? Well, let’s take a look at how the Hornets can win this game. Keys to the […]