One of Zion Williamson‘s most viral high school videos doesn’t even include a highlight-reel play. Instead, it involves a shorter defender trying to intimidate the former five-star forward. The video shows a 5-foot-6 guard checking into one of Zion’s high school games. Believe it or not, the kid took on the challenge of guarding the […]
Read MoreZion Williamson Makes Decision On The NBA Dunk Contest
In just a few days, the NBA’s All-Star festivities will kick off from Atlanta as the league tries to cram the All-Star game, skills competition and dunk contest all into one day. Fans have been wondering who will be competing in the dunk contest this year – with all eyes on New Orleans Pelicans star […]
Read MoreBrandon Ingram Has Brutally Honest Message For LeBron James
Most of LeBron James‘ former and current teammates have great respect for the basketball icon. But throughout his illustrious career, several have expressed some animosity toward the superstar (looking at you, Kyrie Irving). Brandon Ingram is the latest to do so. Ingram spent just one year with James in Los Angeles before he was dealt […]
Read MoreZion Williamson Asked If He’s Participating In NBA’s Dunk Contest
Zion Williamson has proven in a short period of time that he’s one of the best in-game dunkers in the league. As a result, NBA fans want to see him participate in the 2021 Slam Dunk Contest. Williamson, 20, possesses athletic gifts that not many athletes have. It would be a shame if we didn’t […]
Read MoreColin Cowherd Reveals His Top 15 Players In The NBA List
We’re nearing the midpoint of the 2020-21 NBA season and Colin Cowherd is ready to share another of his NBA lists. On Wednesday’s edition of The Herd, the FOX Sports personality identified the top 15 players in the NBA right now. Among the obvious picks were LeBron James, Kevin Durant, Kawhi Leonard, Anthony Davis, Steph […]
Read MoreNBA World Reacts To Zion Williamson’s Big Game On Sunday
The New Orleans Pelicans registered a massive comeback victory over the Boston Celtics on Sunday, with Zion Williamson playing a starring role. The second-year forward scored 28 points, grabbed 10 rebounds and dished out four assists, including the game-clinching one on a three-pointer by Brandon Ingram. New Orleans, which trailed by as many as 24, […]
Read MoreEveryone Has The Same Complaint During Pelicans vs. Celtics Today
Instant replay reviews often get a bad rap in all sports. Today, the NBA replay process is being pilloried during a game between the Boston Celtics and New Orleans Pelicans. On the court, the major story has been New Orleans’ stunning rally from a 24-point deficit to force overtime, where the Pelicans are on the […]
Read MoreJ.J. Redick Reportedly Has 2 Preferred Landing Spots
Two weeks ago it seemed like a foregone conclusion that the New Orleans Pelicans would trade veteran guard J.J. Redick. According to The Athletic’s Shams Charania, New Orleans was focused on dealing Redick to a team in the Northeast. Charania listed the Boston Celtics, Brooklyn Nets and Philadelphia 76ers as contenders for the sharpshooter. However, […]
Read More3 Teams Are Reportedly In Contention For J.J. Redick Trade
It seems like a matter of when, not if, the New Orleans Pelicans trade veteran shooting guard J.J. Redick to another team. The 34-year-old Redick has been the subject of recent trade rumors and has not played in the Pelicans’ last two games. As New Orleans looks to expand the roles of young guards Nickeil […]
Read MoreNBA World Reacts To The Lonzo Ball Trade Rumors
Lonzo Ball showed a lot of promise in his first season for the New Orleans Pelicans. Unfortunately, the UCLA guard has taken a step back in his second year with the franchise. Not only has Ball struggled to improve as a scorer, he’s struggling to set up his teammates for easy baskets as well. He’s […]
Read MoreReport: Pelicans, Warriors Discussed Notable NBA Trade
Just four short years ago, Lonzo Ball was referred to as the player that would save the Lakers’ organization. Fast forward to Tuesday afternoon, he’s in jeopardy of getting traded for a second time in as many years. The New Orleans Pelicans are “open” to trading the eldest Ball brother, per NBA insider Shams Charania. […]
Read MoreKarl Malone Has Brutally Honest Comment For Zion Williamson
So far, the only knock on rising superstar Zion Williamson has been his conditioning. Following a knee injury prior to his rookie season with the Pelicans, Williamson was placed under “burst restrictions” that saw him average just 27.8 minutes per game. After being cleared to play with no restrictions in 2020-21, the dynamic forward’s minutes […]
Read MoreTV Ratings Are In For ESPN’s NBA Christmas Day Games
If there were any concerns about how the NBA’s ratings would look while the NFL season is still going on, the latest Christmas ratings should put them to rest. According to John Ourand of Sports Business Journal, ESPN averaged 3.495 million viewers during the noon slot for the Heat-Pelicans game. That’s a five percent increase […]
Read MoreLonzo Ball’s Shot Looks Much Improved Through 2 Games For The Pelicans
The New Orleans Pelicans are taking on the Miami Heat on Christmas Day and many NBA fans are noticing the same thing – Pelicans guard Lonzo Ball’s shot form looks much improved. If so, it would be huge for his game. Ball was drafted No. 2 overall by the Los Angeles Lakers in the 2017 […]
Read MoreHere’s The Sports Slate For Christmas Day, Which Includes An NFL Game
Christmas Day is a little different in 2020, as many people around the country are staying home and having much smaller gatherings due to the pandemic. Luckily, there’s a pretty solid sports slate for fans who aren’t being as festive this year. All in all, there are five NBA games, four college basketball games, one […]
Read MoreNBA World Reacts To The Lonzo Ball Contract News
Lonzo Ball and the New Orleans Pelicans have reportedly failed to agree on terms for an extension on the fourth-year point guard’s rookie deal. As a result, Ball will enter restricted free agency next summer. According to Ball’s agent and CEO of Klutch Sports, Rich Paul, both sides are optimistic in the ability to work […]
Read MoreZion Williamson Has Reportedly Lost An Impressive Amount Of Weight Since End Of NBA Bubble
The New Orleans Pelicans played their last game at the NBA’s summer bubble in Orlando on Aug. 13. Since leaving Disney, second-year star forward Zion Williamson has been hard at work. During his lone season at Duke, Zion looked like one of the most explosive players we’ve ever seen at that level. In limited NBA […]
Read MoreESPN Getting Criticized For Its Zion Williamson Player Ranking
Entering his second NBA season, New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson has a lofty ESPN ranking to go with equally lofty expectations for this play. ESPN continued its annual Top 100 NBA player rankings today with a list of Nos. 50-11. There was Zion checking in at No. 19 after he debuted at No. 42 […]
Read MoreBrandon Ingram, Pelicans Reportedly Agree To New Contract
New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram made the leap to become an All-Star caliber player last year. The 2020 NBA Most Improved Player added to his offensive game as he asserted himself as the team’s top scoring option. On Tuesday, the Pelicans rewarded their All-Star with a new deal. According to ESPN NBA insider Adrian […]
Read MoreEveryone’s Making The Same Joke About Future NBA Drafts
The Oklahoma City Thunder remained surprisingly competitive in the years after losing James Harden, Kevin Durant, and Russell Westbrook. This year’s edition, led by Chris Paul, who was recently traded to the Phoenix Suns, was legitimately good. At long last, general manager Sam Presti is rebuilding the franchise, and he’s absolutely loading up on NBA […]
Read MoreCeltics Reportedly Made Notable Offer For Jrue Holiday
The Milwaukee Bucks opened what promises to be a wild NBA offseason late last night. The team, which is desperate to do whatever it needs to in order to convince Giannis Antetokounmpo to re-sign a new long term deal, acquired star guard Jrue Holiday from the New Orleans Pelicans. It sounds like it wasn’t the […]
Read MoreAnonymous NBA Executive Says Only 1 Thing Matters With Bucks Trade
The Milwaukee Bucks are desperate to hold on to Giannis Antetokounmpo for the long term. Apparently the answer to that dilemma is New Orleans Pelicans guard Jrue Holiday. The 30-year old point guard is a very popular player, a standout defensive force, and an overall underrated guy. He’s probably a nice upgrade on Eric Bledsoe […]
Read MoreNBA World Reacts To The Crazy Jrue Holiday Trade
The NBA world is pretty stunned by the details emerging from the Milwaukee Bucks’ blockbuster trade for New Orleans Pelicans point guard Jrue Holiday. Monday night, the Bucks went all-in, acquiring Holiday from the Pelicans. Initially, reports said that Milwaukee had traded Eric Bledsoe, George Hill and draft compensation for Holiday. At first, that seemed […]
Read MorePelicans Reportedly Have A Preferred Destination For Jrue Holiday
The NBA trade rumors are out in full force, and one of the bigger names said to be on the block is New Orleans point guard Jrue Holiday. Holiday has been a consistent performer for the Pelicans over the last seven seasons. The 30-year-old is under contract for this upcoming season with a player option […]
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