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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 what it will take to get there.
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In the N.O. Episode 53: The Improvement of Jaxson Hayes and JJ Redick
Shamit and Mason talk about the Pelicans’ recent improving play, focusing on Jaxson Hayes and JJ Redick. We discuss what these guys are doing effectively and their roles going forward, and then wrap up with a preview of the Pels’ upcoming schedule.
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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 have yet to see a regular season minute from the most important big man, but we have had opportunities to see a decent amount […]
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An Eye Test Evaluation After a Handful of Games – Part 1
Stats are all the rage these days, but this old man uses his eyes first, second, and third before even bothering to check out basketball reference. It is not that I do not see value in stats; Quite the contrary actually. I just don’t think stats have evolved enough yet to tell us a story. […]
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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? All that and more in this episode from Shamit & Mason.
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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 were to win now. You may be thinking, “THIS PELICANS ROSTER IS BETTER THAN THIS! IT MUST BE THE COACH’S FAULT!” as you air […]
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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 margins or any of that. I’m just fine with this. Let me tell you why, and maybe you will feel better or, better yet, […]
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What Is Lonzo Ball?
Over the next year or two, the Pelicans have a few questions to answer. Most of them revolve around constructing a team that maximizes Zion Williamson. The organization will deny employing such a player centric approach to roster building, but the NBA is star driven league and at some point every organization is tasked with […]
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In the N.O. Episode 51: The Pelicans are Still 0-For
Shamit and Mason discuss the Pelicans starting 0-4. We touch on the brief positive notes and then go into more detail about areas of improvement. Should the Pelicans panic? Should they punt the season? Find out.
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In the N.O. Episode 50: The Season Has Begun
Shamit and Mason take you through the Zion injury and recap the first game of the season. We discuss what was most surprising and what was most concerning. Lastly, we field questions from Twitter.
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Plus Ça Change
Change has been the constant for the New Orleans Pelicans since the trade demand from Klutch came through, derailing the last chances for Davis to stick around in Louisiana. Since then, it’s been incessant change. It’s exciting and inspiring. It’s woken the desire and imagination of many. Trying to understand just what kind of difference […]
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The Case for an Ingram Extension
The number of options the New Orleans Pelicans have before them is part of what makes them so exciting. This cuts both ways, however. Every choice is a point where, when things are examined in hindsight, one can point directly to it and say, “This . . . this right here . . . this […]
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In the N.O. Episode 49: Preseason Zion Madness
Shamit and Mason break down all the happenings of the Pelicans’ first 4 preseason games. They take you through who has been standing out, who hasn’t been standing out, and what to expect this coming season.
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In the N.O. Episode 48: Open Practice & Training Camp Recap
Shamit and Mason come at you live directly after Open Practice at the Smoothie King Center. We discuss our first impressions of Zion, who was the best singer, and other standouts from practice.
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In the N.O. Episode 47: Media Day Primer
Shamit and Mason bring you up to speed on all Pelicans news leading up to Media Day. What is #WBD? How can the DPE be utilized effectively? What will be the most quotable moment at media day? All that and more! Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify RSS Feed Direct Download Blue Wire Network
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In the N.O. Episode 46: In The N.O. and Bluewire Join NBA2K20
A very special mini episode brought to you to discuss the partnership between the Bluewire Network and NBA2K. Shamit and Mason discuss their presence in the game and break down the ratings of various Pelicans players. Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify RSS Feed Direct Download Blue Wire Network
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In the N.O. Episode 45: Pelicans Players and SI Rankings
Shamit and Mason discuss the camaraderie that many of the new Pelicans players have shown this off-season through social media, and then dig into the Pels’ representation within SI’s Top 100 players list thus far. Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify RSS Feed Direct Download Blue Wire Network
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In the N.O. Episode 44: The Schedule Release Pod
Shamit and Mason dig into the NBA schedule release, bringing you all the relevant stats and analysis that you both needed and didn’t need. After that, they have a little fun with over-unders that you definitely cannot bet on, along with random Pelicans stat predictions. Listen on iTunes Listen on Spotify RSS Feed Direct Download […]
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In the N.O. Episode 43: The Pelicans Introduce Zo, BI, Hart, & Favors
Shamit and Mason break down the key points brought up in the Pelicans’ introductory press conference for the players who they acquired via trade this summer and quickly discuss the Pelicans’ crowded back court rotation before diving into how New Orleans stacks up alongside the rest of the Western Conference. Listen on iTunes Listen on […]
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In the N.O. Episode 42: Tales from Summer League
Shamit and Mason take you through how the Pelicans have been performing in Summer League. Shamit discusses his time in Vegas watching the team, and the duo breaks down what to expect from the rookies during the season. Oh, and if you haven’t yet – don’t forget to grab your Zion “Let’s Dance” t-shirt. Listen on […]