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The New Orleans Pelicans are betting on themselves heading into the 2026 NBA season, but what does success actually look like?
On this episode of New Orleans.Basketball, Raphael Rattler and Garrick “G-Money” Rattler break down the biggest storylines surrounding the Pelicans, including why Trey Murphy is still on the roster, what we learned from NBA Summer League, and who faces the most pressure entering the season.
We also debate whether making the Play-In Tournament would be considered a successful season, how much pressure is on Zion Williamson to prove he’s “the guy,” and whether rookies Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen can change the franchise’s long-term outlook.
Topics Discussed:
🏀 Trey Murphy remains with the Pelicans
🏀 Pelicans Summer League takeaways
🏀 What defines a successful 2026 season?
🏀 Is making the Play-In enough?
🏀 Can Zion Williamson finally lead a winning team?
🏀 Ranking the five people under the most pressure
🏀 Joe Dumars & Troy Weaver’s roster-building strategy
🏀 Extension candidates
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he New Orleans Pelicans have taken a much more cautious approach this offseason—but is that the right strategy after a 26-56 season?
In this episode, Raphael Rattler and Garrick “G-Money” Rattler discuss why Joe Dumars may be choosing patience over blockbuster moves, whether the Pelicans should still pursue a center upgrade, and which players they’re most excited to watch during NBA Summer League.
🏀 In this episode:
• Why the Pelicans have stayed quiet this offseason
• Is New Orleans making the right decision by competing instead of rebuilding?
• Why the Pelicans are rarely a free-agent destination
• Could waiting until the trade deadline be the smarter move?
• Which Pelicans veterans could still be moved?
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The 2026 NBA Draft is almost here, and the New Orleans Pelicans have some major decisions to make.
Raphael Rattler and Garrick “G-Money” Rattler break down the Pelicans’ biggest roster needs, discuss whether Joe Dumars should trade into the first round, and highlight a few intriguing second-round prospects who could fit the team’s vision moving forward.
We also discuss what the New York Knicks’ championship run means for the rest of the NBA, why two-way players are more important than ever, and what teams like the Spurs and Victor Wembanyama can learn from the Knicks’ success.
🏀 Topics Covered:
• What the Knicks’ title run teaches the NBA
• How Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs should respond
• Why two-way players matter more than ever
• Brandon Demas named Laketown Squadron Head Coach
• God Shammgod named Pelicans Summer League Head Coach
Big Questions:
• Do the Pelicans need a floor-spacing center?
• Is there room for a traditional backup big?
• Can Jordan Hawkins become the movement shooter they need?
• Is Bryce McGowens developing into a 3-and-D wing?
• Who becomes the emergency third ball handler?
NBA DRAFT TALK
• Should the Pelicans trade into the first round?
• Why moving into the lottery likely doesn’t make sense
• Potential costs of acquiring a first-round pick
• Why late first-round and early second-round targets may be more realistic
• Second-round prospects to watch:
- Trevon Brazile (Arkansas)
- Bryce Hopkins (St. John’s)
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What is the Pelicans’ biggest roster need?
Should Joe Dumars trade into the first round?
Which prospect do you want New Orleans to target?
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The New Orleans Pelicans have officially entered a new era.
Joe Dumars and Jamahl Mosley have spoken, and now attention shifts to the biggest question facing the franchise: What comes next for the roster?
Raphael Rattler and Garrick “G-Money” Rattler break down the Pelicans’ most realistic trade assets, discuss whether Trey Murphy should be considered untouchable, and debate if New Orleans is closer to a playoff push or a full rebuild.
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Joe Dumars makes his first major hire as the lead basketball executive for the New Orleans Pelicans:
➡️ Jamahl Mosley
After building the Orlando Magic into one of the NBA’s top defensive teams and developing stars like Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner, and Jalen Suggs, Mosley now takes over a Pelicans roster built around:
- Zion Williamson
- Dejounte Murray
- Trey Murphy
- Jeremiah Fears
- Derik Queen
- Yves Missi
- Saddiq Bey
But is this the perfect hire for New Orleans… or are there red flags Pelicans fans should be concerned about?
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Welcome back to NewOrleans.Basketball, your go-to source for New Orleans Pelicans news, coaching updates, and NBA analysis.
Hosted by Raphael Rattler and Garrick “G-Money” Rattler, we break down the latest Pelicans coaching search, key candidates, and what the 2026 NBA Playoffs are teaching teams like New Orleans.
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Welcome back to NewOrleans.Basketball, your home for detailed New Orleans Pelicans analysis, roster breakdowns, and NBA talk.
Hosted by Raphael Rattler and Garrick “G-Money” Rattler, we break down everything from the Pelicans end-of-season press conference, to Zion Williamson’s accountability, Joe Dumars’ vision, and what’s next for the franchise heading into the offseason.
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Welcome back to NewOrleans.Basketball, your go-to source for real New Orleans Pelicans analysis, roster breakdowns, and NBA discussion.
Hosted by Raphael Rattler and Garrick “G-Money” Rattler, we break down what’s happening with the Pelicans as the season winds down.
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Welcome back to New Orleans.Basketball, your home for detailed New Orleans Pelicans analysis, roster breakdowns, and NBA discussion.
Hosted by Raphael Rattler alongside Garrick “G-Money” Rattler, we break down everything happening with the Pelicans as the season winds down.
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Key Topics in This Episode
1️⃣ What to Watch in the Final 16 Games
With 8 home games and 8 road games, plus three back-to-backs, we’re watching:
• Can Dejounte Murray unlock the Pelicans’ fast break offense?
• Will the defense show more accountability vs playoff teams?
• What does the rotation look like moving forward?
• Are DeAndre Jordan’s minutes more valuable than Karlo Matkovic’s development?
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2️⃣ What We’ve Learned About Borrego’s Lineups
James Borrego has hinted that tough rotation decisions are coming now that the roster is healthier.
Current lineup trends:
• Yves Missi should start at center
• Herb Jones may become a matchup-based starter
• Saddiq Bey’s impact keeps growing
• The rookies may be best used off the bench
• Karlo Matkovic remains the only shooting big on the roster
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3️⃣ The Pelicans’ Hierarchy Problem
Borrego recently mentioned that the team hasn’t fully defined its on-court hierarchy.
Our thoughts:
• Zion Williamson must be the focal point of the offense
• Zion’s motor and consistency must improve
• Dejounte Murray should elevate everyone around him
• Trey Murphy has All-Star upside as a play finisher
• The rookies are developing but not ready to lead yet
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4️⃣ Offseason Changes We’d Consider
Beyond internal development, we discuss potential offseason changes:
• Uniform redesign ideas (Tulane, LSU & Saints comparisons)
• Whether James Borrego deserves the permanent head coaching job
• Why Jordan Poole’s $32M contract might not fit the future
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Should the Pelicans keep building around Zion, or is a bigger roster shake-up coming?
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Welcome to another episode of New Orleans.Basketball 🏀
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The New Orleans Pelicans (15–41) are 14th in the West, 12 games out of the Play-In — and realistically, the postseason isn’t happening.
With 26 games left, what should Pelicans fans actually be watching for?
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The New Orleans Pelicans (12–36) pull out a gritty 104–95 win over the Spurs in San Antonio, and several important trends are starting to take shape as the NBA trade deadline approaches.
From rotation changes to Zion’s growing control of games — and real questions about Jordan Poole’s future — we break it all down.
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The New Orleans Pelicans (8–23) are quietly 5–1 over their last 6 games, playing their best basketball of the season — and an identity is starting to form.
With Zion Williamson gaining rhythm, elite paint scoring, and defensive activity trending up, we break down what’s real, what’s fragile, and what has to improve as the Pelicans close out 2025.
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The New Orleans Pelicans (6–22) pulled off the largest comeback in franchise history, erasing a 25-point deficit to beat the Houston Rockets 133–128 at the Smoothie King Center — and it came with a MAJOR coaching decision.
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Zion Williamson returned two weeks early, came off the bench for the first time in his career, and immediately looked like the best player on the floor. With improved health, better chemistry, and James Borrego settling into the head coaching role, the Pelicans are quietly playing their best basketball of the season.
In this episode of NewOrleans.Basketball, we break down what’s real, what’s sustainable, and what to watch next 👇
🟣 Zion Williamson Returns Early — What Did We Learn?
🟣 Why the Pelicans Are Playing Better Basketball
🟣 Roles Are Becoming Clear
🟣 James Borrego’s Impact
🟣 Rotation Questions Going Forward
🟣 What to Watch vs the Rockets
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With Zion likely out all of December, the Pelicans are getting a preview of the future. On this episode we breakdown if Zion Williamson & Derik Queen can co-exist, the problem with the Pelicans defense, Fears & Queen chances at ROTY, and what to look forward to in the game vs the Portland Trailblazers.
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The New Orleans Pelicans are drowning in injuries again, and fans everywhere are asking the same question:
Is something fundamentally broken inside the Pelicans’ medical & performance process, or is this just extreme caution?
Year after year, same story. Something is off.
Rundown:
🔥 Pelicans Injury Crisis — What Is Going On?
🟣 2. What Has Borrego Shown (Despite a 1–8 Start)?
🟣 3. Roster Trends Through 21 Games
🟣 4. Pelicans vs Timberwolves — What to Watch For
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Welcome back to another episode of NewOrleans.Basketball, your home for smart, detailed, no-nonsense Pelicans analysis.
The New Orleans Pelicans might finally be turning a corner. Even with injuries stacking up—Herb Jones (calf strain), Karlo Matkovic (calf), Dejounte Murray (Achilles), and Jordan Poole just now returning to basketball activities—this team might be beginning to understand what works and who they are offensively
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Welcome back to another episode of NewOrleans.Basketball, your home for real Pelicans breakdowns. The Pels finally get Zion Williamson back, James Borrego rolls out a new starting lineup, and suddenly this team looks… alive again.
Tonight we’re breaking down the Pelicans’ progress, Derik Queen’s shocking rise, how Zion’s return changes everything, and what this means heading into Saturday’s matchup vs the Dallas Mavericks.
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The New Orleans Pelicans fall to 2–11 after a 124–106 loss to the Golden State Warriors on the City Edition court — a game defined by sloppy turnovers, slow defensive rotations, and a rough first quarter where Moses Moody scored 21 points.
This was the FIRST game of the James Borrego interim head-coach era, and while the rotations changed, the results did not. The Pelicans are still searching for identity without Zion Williamson, Dejounte Murray, and Jordan Poole.
Let’s break down what went wrong, what Borrego changed, and what must improve immediately.
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The New Orleans Pelicans lose again at home, falling to 2-9 after a 125–117 defeat to the Portland Trail Blazers.
Despite another game without Zion Williamson, Dejounte Murray, and a two-minute appearance from Yves Missi before an ejection, the Pelicans got a massive breakout performance from Derik Queen — but still couldn’t overcome rotation issues, poor starts, and defensive inconsistency.
This breakdown dives into how the Pelicans got here, what’s holding them back, and what has started to click amid all the early-season adversity.
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The New Orleans Pelicans lose a tough one to the San Antonio Spurs 126–119, but this game felt different. With Zion Williamson (hamstring), Dejounte Murray, Yves Missi, and Jordan Poole all still out, the Pelicans leaned on Trey Murphy, Derik Queen, Jeremiah Fears, and Saddiq Bey — and saw real identity growth despite the result.
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The New Orleans Pelicans are 2-0 in their last two games, winning their first back-to-back of the season — and both were clutch wins:
• 101–99 @ Mavericks
• 116–112 vs Hornets
This comes after:
• Three 30-point blowout losses (Boston, OKC, Denver)
• Three clutch losses (Memphis, San Antonio, Clippers)
And the Pelicans are doing it without three starters:
• Zion Williamson (hamstring, out 5–9 days)
• Jordan Poole (quad, out 7–10 days)
• Yves Missi (illness, day-to-day)
Yet the locker room hasn’t folded.
The effort, connectivity, and defensive rotations look improved.
So… have the Pelicans found something real, or is this just a lighter schedule?
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The New Orleans Pelicans get their first win of the season, 116–112 over the Charlotte Hornets. After an emotional stretch and multiple lineup changes, the Pelicans finally punched back and closed a tight game late.
This was the 2nd test of playing without Zion, and the Pelicans handled it much better than the first time.
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The New Orleans Pelicans finally showed some fight in a 126-124 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers — and this one felt different. The Pelicans punched back, Zion took over in the second half, Jordan Poole thrived as a 6th man, and the new starting lineup may actually make sense going forward.
But the defensive identity still isn’t there — and the Pelicans now look ahead to the OKC Thunder, the defending NBA Champs.
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The New Orleans Pelicans were embarrassed in Denver, losing 88-122 to the Nuggets — and it wasn’t just the scoring margin. It was effort. Identity. Energy.
Add in Trey Murphy’s continued struggles, rotational chaos, no defensive intensity, and the worst third-quarter collapse of the season, and the Pelicans look nothing like the team that spent the entire summer preaching accountability, effort, and culture.
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The New Orleans Pelicans fall to the Boston Celtics after a late fourth-quarter collapse, and the headlines aren’t kind — Zion Williamson was ruled out with a left toe contusion while Boston finished on a 30-4 run to seal the win.
Even with the score lopsided, this game exposed deeper issues for New Orleans — effort, execution, and accountability.
This loss raises the question: Is this just early-season fatigue or deeper coaching issues?
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The New Orleans Pelicans are 0-2 after two crunch-time losses to division rivals… but there are real signs of optimism. While early closing struggles and defensive inconsistency remain concerns, Zion Williamson is playing at an elite level, rookies Jeremiah Fears & Derik Queen are already closing games, and the Pelicans rank near the top of the league in multiple offensive categories.
In this episode, we break down what’s working, what needs fixing, and whether this team is closer than their record suggests — before previewing a big home game vs Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics.
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In this episode, we break down the New Orleans Pelicans’ season opener against the Memphis Grizzlies and look ahead to the home opener versus the San Antonio Spurs. We cover the keys to the game, a tale of two halves, rookie debuts, 3 up & 3 down, injury updates, and a preview of the next matchup. If you’re a Pelicans fan or an NBA enthusiast, this detailed recap and analysis will get you caught up on all the important highlights and insights from the first game and what to expect going forward.
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The new NBA season is here, and the New Orleans Pelicans enter with high expectations and major questions. In this episode of the New Orleans.Basketball Podcast, Raphael Rattler and Garrick Rattler break down the keys to Pelicans success, project stat leaders, make bold predictions, and preview the season opener vs the Memphis Grizzlies.
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In this episode, Raphael Rattler and Garrick Rattler discuss:
🏀 Injury Concerns in the Frontcourt
⚡ Key Preseason Takeaways
📈 Standout Performances
❓ Questions Heading into the Regular Season
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🏀 1️⃣ Questions Going Into the Game
• How would the Pelicans handle the Rockets’ physical front court with no Looney or Derik Queen?
• Would the offense flow through Zion Williamson?
• Could the Pelicans maintain the pace?
⚡ 2️⃣ Key Takeaways.
🔥 3️⃣ Things That Stood Out
❓ 4️⃣ Questions Leaving the Game
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The New Orleans Pelicans just made NBA history, becoming the first NBA team ever to play in Australia 🇦🇺. From the passionate crowds in Melbourne to Brandon Ingram’s comments about an empty Smoothie King Center, this episode dives deep into what this moment says about the Pelicans’ culture, fanbase, and future.
We break down:
- Why the Pelicans might be the NBA’s biggest “What If” team — the Sixers of the West.
- Takeaways from the historic preseason games in Australia
- Key preseason questions: Who starts at center when the season starts — Kevon Looney or Yves Missi? How deep will the rotation go?
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The New Orleans Pelicans opened Training Camp with fresh energy — and all eyes are on Zion Williamson. After a strong Media Day showing, Zion looks in elite condition and his MVP odds are shifting. But will this season finally be different? We dive into Zion’s growth, his connection with Joe Dumars, and what it means for the Pelicans moving forward.
We also break down the biggest themes from Media Day 2025:
- Joe Dumars’ message on communication, accountability, and roster depth.
- Willie Green’s approach with Zion, young players, and a new offensive identity.
- How rookies and new rotations will shape the Pelicans’ style of play.
From Point Zion lineups to the battle for backup PG, we cover all the storylines heading into training camp. This might be the most optimistic Pelicans Media Day in years, but the real test starts now.
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The Pelicans' 2024-25 schedule has arrived, and hosts Raphael and Garrick Rattler dig into what might be the NBA's toughest slate of games this season. With brutal honesty and sharp analysis, they break down how New Orleans cleverly embraced their challenging circumstances by while signaling their determination to control their own destiny.
The conversation centers on the murderer's row of opponents the Pelicans face in their first ten games, including matchups against Memphis, Wembanyama's Spurs, the champion Celtics, Denver, the Clippers, and OKC.
Only two nationally televised games all season reflects how the NBA views the Pelicans' relevance, but this could serve as powerful motivation for a roster featuring Zion Williamson, Herb Jones, Trey Murphy, and newcomers Jordan Poole and Sadiq Bey. The brothers highlight key schedule stretches, including emotional homecomings when Brandon Ingram and CJ McCollum return to New Orleans in March.
The discussion underscores a critical message for the Pelicans' success: start strong and establish position early rather than relying on late-season heroics. With 15 back-to-backs and constant questions about Zion's availability, this team's playoff hopes hinge on consistent health and performance from the opening tip.
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In this episode, we break down a ranked look at which Pelicans players need to grow the most heading into the 2025 NBA season. From Zion Williamson’s leadership and health to Trey Murphy’s shot at becoming a two-way star, we explore which individual leaps will matter most if New Orleans wants to shake the league’s current narrative.
🔍 Topics include:
- Can Trey Murphy take a defensive leap?
- What growth is expected from Herb Jones & Jordan Hawkins?
- How important are Yves Missi & Karlo Matkovic’s physical development?
- What version of Jordan Poole shows up this season?
- Why Willie Green’s rotation decisions will define the year
Whether you’re a Pelicans die-hard or an NBA fan tracking young cores, this episode offers smart insight on what must go right in New Orleans.
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If the season tipped off today, what would the New Orleans Pelicans’ lineup look like? In this episode, we dive into the projected starting five, bench rotation, and the lineup combinations that could define the season.
🔹 Is Zion the real point guard? Can Herb Jones shooting return?
🔹 Will Jordan Poole defend well enoughs?
Then we break down the biggest bench battles
— Backup PG: Jeremiah Fears vs. Jose Alvarado
— Can Derik Queen be a true offensive hub off the bench?
— What role do Jordan Hawkins, Saddiq Bey, and Karlo Matkovic play?
— How does Kevon Looney fit into the rotation?
We also look at lineup versatility, defense, rebounding concerns, and how this roster fits together—on paper and in real time.
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In this episode, we dive into key takeaways from Summer League and how Derik Queen’s wrist injury changes the outlook for the Pelicans heading into training camp.
🔹 What Queen’s absence means for the Pelicans frontcourt
Then we zoom out to the big picture:
• Can the Pelicans shake the narrative that they’ve “bombed” the offseason?
• What has to go right for this new-look roster to work?
• Zion, Trey Murphy, and Jordan Poole must lead on both ends
• Can Jeremiah Fears carve out a role? Is Jose Alvarado his perfect camp mentor?
We break down the roster overhaul, rotation questions, and what the Pelicans need to reclaim their defensive identity and prove the doubters wrong.
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Herb Jones signs a 3-year extension, locking in a 5-year, $97M deal with the Pelicans. We break down why it’s another steal for New Orleans and why trading Herb never made sense.
Then we dive into early Summer League reactions:
• Jeremiah Fears flashes elite speed, toughness & lob chemistry—can he balance scoring and playmaking?
• Derik Queen looks like a future NBA 4 with a polished bag and elite court vision
• Micah Peavy proves he belongs—defends, hustles, and plays like a vet
• Yves Missi looks physically ready and mentally tougher
From contract talk to rookie analysis, this episode has everything Pelicans fans need right now.
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In this episode, we break down what each prospect must show in NBA Summer League and training camp to earn playing time in the regular season.
• Can Jeremiah Fears overcome his college shooting efficiency and size concerns?
• Will Derik Queen’s scoring, rebounding, and footwork translate as New Orleans searches for frontcourt depth?
• Is Micah Peavy’s improved shooting for real—and can he defend at an NBA level?
Plus, we look at the Pelicans’ Summer League vets like Yves Missi and what fans should watch for in Las Vegas.
Whether you’re following the Pelicans’ rookie development, tracking Summer League standouts, or wondering how the rotation shakes out behind Zion Williamson and Trey Murphy, this is your must-listen pod.
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In this episode, we break down a busy week for the New Orleans Pelicans:
- Kevon Looney signs a 2-year, $16M deal — veteran presence or overpay?
- Mike Brown is hired by the Knicks, but the Pelicans block James Borrego from leaving to join him. What does this say about Willie Green’s job security?
- Antonio Reeves is waived, and contracts for Elfrid Payton & Brandon Boston are declined. Will any return?
- We examine the updated 15-man roster — only 4 players weren’t drafted by the Pelicans. Is this new core ready to contend in the West?
We also talk positional depth, 3&D wings, offensive creators, and whether the team still needs one more big-bodied wing.
💬 Is this the most well-rounded Pelicans roster we’ve seen in years?
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📌 Key Topics:
Pelicans Draft Jeremiah Fears at #7
Pelicans Trade for Derik Queen – Smart or Risky?
Micah Peavy Scouting Report – Sleeper Pick?
New Look Pelicans Roster Breakdown
Is This Team Ready to Contend in the West?
Joe Dumars’ Vision & Strategy Shift
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Joe Dumars & Troy Weaver are on fire ahead of the 2025 NBA Draft, executing two major trades to reshape the New Orleans Pelicans. With bold moves and clear intent, the front office is wasting no time turning the page.
👀 What Jordan Poole Brings to the Pelicans:
🛡 What Saddiq Bey Adds:
📆 Draft Day Implications
- Did the Pelicans win the Poole/CJ trade?
- Should they trade up for a big tomorrow?
- What grade would you give Joe Dumars so far?
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⛹️♂️ Topics Covered:
🔥 Pacers vs Thunder - Defense Wins Championships
• Why Joe Dumars & Willie Green may double down on defensive identity
• How the Pelicans can learn from OKC & Indiana’s team-building models
⚠️ Zion Williamson Legal Allegation
• What the non-criminal abuse accusation means for Zion’s trade value
• Will the Pelicans stay committed to Zion as their franchise player?
• Could this finally lead to a trade or will New Orleans hold firm?
🧩 Pelicans Wings & Bigs – What’s Missing?
• Trey Murphy & Herb Jones as foundational wings
• Yves Missi and Karlo Matkovic’s development paths
• Stretch bigs, rim protection, and scoring depth — what the Pels need to target
🏀 Big Draft Targets Breakdown
• Derik Queen (Maryland) – Sabonis-like scoring hub
• Khaman Maluach (Duke) – Towering rim protector with upside
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In this episode of NewOrleans.Basketball, hosts Raphael Rattler and Garrick “G-Money” Rattler break down how the playoff results may impact the Pelicans, explore the Pelicans’ offseason guard situation, and dive into potential draft targets for New Orleans.
🏀 Topics Covered:
👉 Guard situation in New Orleans: Zion, CJ, Alvarado, Murray & more
👉 What’s missing from the Pelicans’ backcourt?
👉 Top guard prospects: Tre Johnson, Jeremiah Fears, Kon Knueppel
👉 Could the Pelicans move their pick for a star?
📉 The Pels need size, scoring, and guard depth. Are they one move away?
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🔥 Topics Covered:
• Joe Dumars says changes are coming — but is it a rebuild or a retool?
• Zion Williamson represents the Pelicans at the 2024 NBA Draft Lottery — what does that signal about his future?
• Why Herb Jones screams “Joe Dumars guy”
• Trey Murphy’s untouchable status
🎯 The Pelicans Land the 7th Pick
👀 Draft Options & Fit Around Zion
• Potential targets: Kon Knueppel, Derek Queen, Collin Murray-Boyles
• Does New Orleans need an initiator or off-ball scorer?
• What is Zion’s true role — forward or guard?
🔍 Playoff Lessons for New Orleans
• Size & rebounding issues: Pelicans ranked 20th in the
💣 Trade Talk: Should the Pelicans Go Big Game Hunting?
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🏀 Joe Dumars Joins Pelicans: Culture Shift or PR Move? | Full Breakdown & Reaction 🟣
The New Orleans Pelicans just made a major front office move by hiring Joe Dumars as Executive VP of Basketball Operations — and his first press conference was loaded with key takeaways. From stressing culture and character to strong ties with Louisiana, Dumars’ message was clear: he’s here to build the right kind of winner.
In this episode, we break down:
✅ His deep Louisiana roots and what they mean to ownership
✅ His connection to Willie Green and Zion Williamson
✅ What his hiring says about Pelicans ownership and leadership structure
✅ The real questions: How much power will Dumars have? Is this tough love for a “soft” team?
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• Is Dumars the right fit at the right time?
• Will this shift the Pelicans’ “soft” identity?
• What moves do you want to see next?
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🚨 After 6 seasons, David Griffin has been fired as President of Basketball Operations. We dive deep into:
📉 The disappointing 2024-25 season — 2nd worst in franchise history
🏟️ Gayle Benson’s vow to upgrade the Smoothie King Center
🤔 Did Griffin leave the Pelicans better than he found them?
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🔥 Topics covered:
• BI, CJ, and Zion barely played together (only 16 games!)
• “If healthy” era by the numbers
• Executive leadership: Swin Cash, Trajan Langdon, Bryson Graham
• Draft capital + expiring contracts
• Rumors: Could Joe Dumars replace Griffin?
🎙️ Should the Pelicans consider new coaching candidates?
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🔥 Pelicans Offseason: Zion at PG? Roster Changes & Trade Rumors!
The New Orleans Pelicans have some MAJOR decisions ahead. Will they commit to building around Zion Williamson as the primary ball handler? Should they pursue another big trade? We break down everything from CJ McCollum’s future to key offseason moves the Pelicans must make! 👇
📌 Topics Covered:
🏀 Zion Williamson Trade Talk – Will the Pelicans entertain offers or double down on building around Zion?
🔥 CJ McCollum’s Future – Will New Orleans move their veteran scorer, or does he remain a key piece?
🚨 Taylor Jenkins Fired – What Does It Mean for Willie Green? – Is Green’s seat getting hotter?
🔍 Roster Changes & Needs – What moves should the Pelicans make to maximize Zion at PG?
📊 Pelicans Offseason Strategy – Which guards, wings, and centers should the team target in free agency or the draft?
💬 Should the Pelicans commit to Zion at PG? Drop your thoughts in the comments!
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This week on [Podcast Name], we dive deep into the New Orleans Pelicans’ offseason decisions. Should the team consider trading Zion Williamson, especially if they land Cooper Flagg? Will CJ McCollum be on the move after another strong season?
🏀 March Madness & Tanking – With injuries piling up, is tanking the best move for the Pelicans? We break down why it might be the tough but right decision.
🤕 Injury Concerns – With key players like Dejounte Murray, Herb Jones, and Trey Murphy undergoing surgeries, how will injuries impact next season?
🔍 Role Player Watch – Yves Missi, Karlo Matkovic, and Jordan Hawkins have shown promise. Can they take the next step? Plus, what’s the future for Kelly Olynyk and Bruce Brown?
💡 Guard Depth & Trade Scenarios – The Pelicans have a loaded backcourt. How will that impact offseason moves?
Tune in for all this and more as we break down the Pelicans’ path forward!
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Key Takeaways:
✔️ Trey Murphy’s Struggles – Can he handle physical defenses? Is he overthinking on the court?
✔️ Zion Williamson’s Resurgence – Gaining attention again, playing more minutes, but how can the Pelicans maximize his impact within his minutes restriction?
✔️ Karlo Matkovic & Yves Missi – Their growth has been impressive. Can they be interchangeable bigs moving forward?
✔️ Jose Alvarado’s Breakout Season – Has he proven to be a key rotation player in the NBA?
✔️ Jordan Hawkins’ Shooting – Struggling with back issues, but showing flashes of athleticism. Can he find his rhythm?
✔️ Mo Bamba’s Debut – A mixed performance on a 10-day contract. Is he a long-term fit for the Pelicans?
✔️ CJ McCollum & Bruce Brown – Should their minutes be adjusted?
💬 What do you think? Should the Pelicans make adjustments to their rotation? Can they overcome their size and physicality issues? Drop your thoughts in the comments!
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🏀 Building Around Zion: The Future of the Pelicans | Full Breakdown
🚨 Is Point Zion the Future of the Pelicans? 🚨 In this deep dive, we break down Zion Williamson’s growth, his impact on both ends of the floor, and what the Pelicans need to build around him to compete at the highest level.
🔥 Zion’s Recent Growth:
✅ First Career Triple-Double (in just 30 minutes!)
✅ 39 Career Double-Doubles (6 this season in just 24 games)
✅ Career Highs in Rebounds, Assists, Blocks, Steals, and FG Attempts
✅ +14.4 On/Off Differential (Top 5 in the NBA per Cleaning the Glass)
✅ Defensive Improvement – Taking on a bigger challenge with Trey Murphy
🛠 What Do the Pelicans Need Around Zion?
🔹 More Shooters – Pelicans rank 24th in 3PT% and 25th in 3PA
🔹 More Size & Strength – Struggles vs. physical teams (23rd in rebounds per game)
🔹 More Rim Attackers – 23rd in the NBA in paint touches per game
🔹 Dejounte Murray & Herb Jones – How their return can elevate this squad
📈 Roster Development & Key Takeaways:
🔸 Yves Missi’s Potential – Leads rookies in double-doubles but needs consistency
🔸 Karlo Matkovic’s Growth – Can he be a rotation piece?
🔸 Jordan Hawkins’ Struggles – Injuries affecting his game?
🔸 The Weight Room is Calling – Why Murphy, Matkovic, Boston, Jones, Hawkins all need to bulk up
👀 Evaluating the New Guys:
✔️ Kelly Olynyk’s Fit – Spacing & high-IQ plays helping Zion thrive
❌ Bruce Brown’s Struggles – Is he the right fit or just a “tough guy” without a role?
📉 Trey Murphy’s Growing Pains:
⚡ Efficiency struggles as a primary ball-handler
⚡ Needs to attack the basket more & stay aggressive
⚡ Disappearing during games? (21 PTS in 1st half, only 5 shots in 2nd half)
⚡ When Zion is off, the offense must run through Trey!
📅 Next Up: Can the Pelicans make the right moves before the postseason? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!
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In this episode of New Orleans Basketball, host Raphael Rattler breaks down the New Orleans Pelicans' 114-96 win over the San Antonio Spurs. After a tough first half, the Pelicans exploded with a 74-point second half performance, out-rebounding the Spurs by 23 and dominating the paint with 58 points. The episode delves into the impact of the Pelicans' bigger lineup, with standout performances from Kelly Olynyk (14 points, 15 rebounds), Carlo Mavic (career-high 19 points), and Zion Williamson. Plus, a look at how Zion's role as a "point guard" is evolving, and the continued development of young players like Trey Murphy, Jose Alvarado, and Carlo Mavic.
Key Takeaways:
Zion's evolving role as a point guard
Kelly Olynyk's impact on the Pelicans' offense and defense
The Pelicans' versatility with big lineups
Rookie Carlo Mavic’s growth and confidence
A deep dive into Trey Murphy's shooting struggles and improvements
Bruce Brown's struggles and the potential impact of Brandon Boston
Stay updated with the latest Pelicans analysis, news, and game breakdowns by tuning in to this episode! Make sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more Pelicans coverage!
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Recapping the New Orleans Pelicans 103 - 111 loss on the road to the Dallas Mavericks.
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Raphael & Garrick Rattler talk All-Star weekend, what to look for the remainder of the Pelicans game this year, and if Trey Murphy III has a shot to be an All-Star next season.
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Raphael & Garrick Rattler breakdown the comments from David Griffin after hosting his first press conference since the Pelicans traded Brandon Ingram to the Toronto Raptors.
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Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the Brandon Ingram trade to the Toronto Raptors and what that means for the Pelicans moving forward.
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Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the tough 0-3 week from the Pelicans, Zion's resurgence, early game struggles, and what the Pelicans will do with at the quickly approaching NBA trade deadline.
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Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the Pelicans recent 4 game win streak. How much of it is the opponent and how much have the Pelicans found their rhythm? With the trade deadline quickly approaching, what do the Pelicans need to add to their roster? All that and more on this episode of NewOrleans.Basketball.
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Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the Pelicans through the halfway point of the season, talk to the silver lining of this season, Dejounte Murray's resurgence, and the Zion Williamson saga. All this and more on this episode of NewOrleans.Basketball.
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Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the Pelicans recent victories versus the Wizards, discuss how the Pelicans have been gaining chemistry despite their losses, evaluate CJ McCollum possibly being on the trade block, and the return of Zion Williamson.
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The Pelicans have the worst record in the league and are on a 10 game losing streak. Should Willie Green be on the hot seat? Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss on this episode of NewOrleans.Basketball.
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Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the latest in Pelicans news, rumors, and updates while all discussing if Trey Murphy III is on path to becoming the next predatory wing in the NBA.
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Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the return of Brandon Ingram & Herb Jones as well as the trade rumors surrounding Brandon Ingram & Zion Williamson.
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As CJ McCollum & Dejounte Murray gear up to return to the court, Garrick & Raphael Rattler break down the upcoming week of games & reports of Zion Williamson parting ways with CAA. Can the Pelicans string together enough wins to climb back into the playoff race in the tough Western Conference? All that and more on this episode of NewOrleans.Basketball.
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With CJ McCollum, Jordan Hawkins, and Dejounte Murray all returning to the practice floor in some capacity, what do the Pelicans need to do to keep the ship afloat as they wait for reinforcements. Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss on this episode of NewOrleans.Basketball.
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Pelicans lose their 5th straight game and Jose Alvarado to a strained hamstring for 4-6 weeks. With a tough stretch vs the Western conference coming up is the season a lost cause already? Garrick and Raphael Rattler discuss on this new episode of NewOrleans.Basketball.
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Pelicans finish home stand with a loss vs the Cleveland Cavaliers. Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the homestand and what the Pelicans have to do to get back in the win column. Is Brandon Ingram changing his perception as a max contract player?
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Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss Pelicans 125-118 victory over the Indiana Pacers and breakdown the task at hand for Brandon Ingram and Zion Williamson moving forward with the Pelicans.
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Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the baseball series between the New Orleans Pelicans & the Portland Trailblazers. Also preview the upcoming baseball series vs the Golden State warriors.
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Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown 123-111 New Orleans Pelicans win over the Chicago Bulls and how the Pelicans will adjust without Dejounte Murray for an extended period of time.
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Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the season opener matchup vs the Chicago Bulls.
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Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the preseason, discuss regular season predictions, and also offer up some bold takes. We discuss on this episode of NewOrleans.Basketball.
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Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown defensive outlook of the Pelicans despite not having a household name starting at Center. Could this be Zion Williamson's 1st All-NBA season? We discuss on this episode of NewOrleans.Basketball.
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Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown Trey Murphy's injury and what the Pelicans will do in his absence to start the season.
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Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the themes from Pelicans media day as well as discuss what a Zion revenge tour means, what the Pelicans can expect from Brandon Ingram, who will come off the bench and much more. All that on this episode of NewOrleans.Basketball.
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Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the Brandon Ingram saga, Zion in China, and how the Pelicans will matchup on paper vs the Western conference.
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Garrick & Raphael Rattler do their annual ranking of which players' growth will have the biggest impact on the New Orleans Pelicans upcoming season.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss the freshly released Pelicans schedule. How can the offense improve? Can the Pelicans become a volume 3 point shooting team. All that and more on this episode of NewOrleans.Basketball.
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Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the Pelicans current Center situation, talk about the risk surrounding Brandon Ingram, and talk Summer League takeaways.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler preview the Pelicans key Summer League players. Is Jordan Hawkins ready to take flight? Can Yves Missi impress enough to earn some early playing time? Who is the next Naji Marshall? All that on this episode on NewOrleans.Basketball.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler recap David Griffin's trade history since joining the Pelicans in 2019. How will the Pelicans standoff with Brandon Ingram end? Also, who will start at Center for the Pelicans? All that on this episode on NewOrleans.Basketball.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the Pelicans selection trade of Dejounte Murray and what it means for the team moving forward.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the Pelicans selection Yves Missi at #21 in the 2024 Draft.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown how the Celtics may have built the perfect blueprint for what the Pelicans need to put around their stars.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss the changes that have already happened and the changes yet to come for the Pelicans this off-season.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss what teams the Pelicans are most likely to make a trade with this summer in efforts of reshaping their roster.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss who are the members of the Pelicans core. Who will stay will the Pelicans and who might be no longer be on the roster going into next season. All that and more on this week's episode of NOB.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the Pelicans 0-4 series defeat to the OKC Thunder, Post Season Presser reactions, and if the Pelicans are ready to move forward without Brandon Ingram.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler break down the New Orleans Pelicans 92- 94 Game 1 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder and preview what adjustments need to be made going into Game 2.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler break down the New Orleans Pelicans 105-98 Play-in victory over the Sacramento Kings, discuss what the Pelicans need to do without Zion, and preview the round 1 matchup vs the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler break down the Pelicans 49-33 Pelicans regular season and preview the play-in rematch vs the Lakers.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler analyze the Pelicans 114-109 win over the Golden State Warriors. Zion's evolution during final road trip, Brandon Ingram's return, and a preview of the critical season finale vs the Lakers. Can the Pelicans figure it out at home? All that and more on this episode of NewOrleans.Basketball.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler analyze the Pelicans 113-105 win over the Phoenix Suns. Should there be concern or optimism heading into the final week of the regular season? The value of Brandon Ingram and how will the Pelicans get wins down the stretch? All that and more on this episode of NewOrleans.Basketball.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the Pelicans 114-101 win over the Detroit Pistons. Who steps up in Brandon Ingram's absence? What can the team figure out about itself heading into April? Preview of upcoming showdown vs the Oklahoma City Thunder. All that and more on this episode of NewOrleans.Basketball.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the Pelicans 104 -91 win over the Brooklyn Nets. Although inexperienced, is the Pelicans style of play perfect for the playoffs? What are the Pelicans best lineups? Willie Green growth. All that and more on this episode of NewOrleans.Basketball.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the Pelicans homestand including their 126-107 Pelicans defeat of the Portland Trailblazers as well as what matchups could cause the Pelicans the most trouble in the playoffs. Is it too late for Zion Williamson to achieve his 1st All-NBA nod? All that and more on this episode of NewOrleans.Basketball.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the 116-103 Pelicans defeat of the Atlanta Hawks. Are the Pelicans turning the corner at the right time? What's left to solve the final 18 games? Can the Pelican make a push for the 4 seed?
Garrick & Raphael Rattler break down the Pelicans 41 point victory over the Toronto Raptors, Trey Murphy III returning to form, and who is the X-Factor heading into the playoffs.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the Pelicans up and down play since the All Star Break. Are the rotations/lineups giving the Pelicans the best chance to win? How good is Herb Jones becoming? Is Zion Williamson officiated fairly? All these questions and more on this episode of NewOrleans.Basketball.
Garrick and Raphael Rattler breakdown what they are looking for the final 27 games of the New Orleans Pelicans regular season.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the positive trends that Zion Williamson has shown the last 10 games and what they mean for the Pelicans down the stretch.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the Pelicans victories over the Rockets and Spurs. After sinking the game winner is Zion Williamson set to take off? Depth or consolidation heading into the trade deadline? Is it panic time for Trey Murphy's struggles?
Garrick & Raphael Rattler break down the 112-118 New Orleans Pelicans loss to the Boston Celtics.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler break down the Pelicans history victory over the Utah Jazz, Zion's usage increase, Jonas Valancuiunas trade rumors, and if the Pelicans have the best stable of shooters in the NBA.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the Pelicans beatdown by the Suns and preview the upcoming matchup vs the Utah Jazz. Will Matt Ryan regain his spot in the rotation? Should there be a change in the starting lineup? These questions and many more on this episode of NewOrleans.Basketball.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler analyze the Pelicans through the halfway point in the season. Is there another level to this team? Who is the closer? All that in more on this special episode.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the Pelicans 141-105 victory over the Warriors in the Chase Center. Preview weekend matchup vs Denver.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler break down the 133-100 New Orleans Pelicans win over the Sacramento Kings without Zion Williamson.
Garrick Rattler & Raphael Rattler breakdown the 112-85 Pelicans win over the Nets. Also discuss the January gauntlet that the Pelicans face, what has lead to the shift in momentum, and how the Pelicans maximize their deep roster.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the Pelicans 115-113 collapse to the Memphis Grizzlies.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the 142-122 Pelicans road victory over the Washington Wizards, discuss the Zion Williamson controversy, and take a look at the Pelicans opportunity in the month of December.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss the In-Season Tournament Semi-final between the Lakers and Pelicans.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the New Orleans Pelicans victory over the Sacramento Kings 127 -117. Pelicans advance to Inaugural NBA In-Season Tournament Semi-Final round.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the 105-100 loss to the Utah Jazz, the Pelicans beginning to stagger Zion & BI, rotations, as well as some trends that have the Pelicans playing better as of late.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the keys the Pelicans recent hot streak and how they defeated the Kings 129-93.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler break down the Pelicans rocky start to the season, in season tournament play, and highlight why they need to have made a break through heading into a tough Western conference stretch of games.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler break down the Pelicans adventurous 110-106 win vs the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Rattler brothers also preview the matchup tomorrow night vs the Detroit Pistons.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler break down themes from the Pelicans games so far this week and preview the matchup vs the OKC Thunder.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown Zion Williamson and the Pelicans season opener win vs the Grizzlies.
Garrick and Raphael Rattler breakdown the Pelicans concerns through 3 games in the preseason to start the season.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler break down the 2nd preseason game for the Pelicans vs the Rockets.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown what was new from the Pelicans as they open the 2023-2024 Preseason with a 122-105 loss to the Orlando Magic.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler break down what the Damian Lillard to the Milwaukee Bucks trade means for the Pelicans, biggest storyline heading into training camp, season predictions and more.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the biggest questions the Pelicans face heading into 2023 media day.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler the ramifications of the Trey Murphy injury and what that means for the beginning of the Pelicans season.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler break down the Pelicans depth and how having a healthy Brandon Ingram & Zion Williamson can put the 2nd line in position to shine this season. What bench player will take a step forward offensively? Who is the biggest wildcard reserve for the Pelicans 2023-2024 season?
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown what changes the Pelicans organization have made this off-season as well as Brandon Ingram's struggles in the FIBA World tournament.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler break down the Pelicans schedule release, intriguing stretches, Zion's offseason, and if Brandon Ingram is poised for a breakout game in the FIBA World Cup.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss Brandon Ingram's US National debut, why he may be a sleeper to close for this young team USA roster, what it would take for him to make an All-NBA team, and more.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss how the different versions of the Pelicans matchup vs the new look Western Conference.
The Pelicans once again are leaning on health and internal growth from the team to get them deep into the playoffs next season. Garrick & Raphael Rattler rank which player's growth will have the biggest impact on the Pelicans success next season.
The Pelicans once again are leaning on health and internal growth from the team to get them deep into the playoffs next season. Garrick & Raphael Rattler rank which player's growth will have the biggest impact on the Pelicans success next season.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler break down Zion Williamson's comments and where the franchise is with it's star player going forward. Who impressed who under performed in Summer League?
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown what they have seen Dyson Daniels, Jordan Hawkins, and other members of the Pelicans summer league team after 2 games.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the things to look for in the Pelicans summer league play in Las Vegas.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss the Herb Jones extension, trade rumors that didn't happen, and how the Pelicans were predictably inactive in free agency for the second year in a row.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the options in free agency and the trade market to fill the Pelicans need for rim protection.
Garrick and Raphael Rattler break down the selection of Jordan Hawkins and what he brings to the Pelicans loaded roster.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss the rumors and players linked to the Pelicans heading into draft night as well as who are some sleepers to keep an eye out for in the undrafted pool.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler break down the rumors linked to the Pelicans heading into Thursday's NBA Draft.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler break down the strength of the Pelicans roster in the wing position.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler break down the Pelicans big situation as they head into the off-season.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler break down the Pelicans outlook at guard heading into the off-season. Do they have enough at guard when healthy? Do they look for a vet via trade/FA? Do they draft another guard?
Garrick & Raphael Rattler break down what takeaways the Pelicans can look to model from the playoffs so far, how the Pelicans will address Herb Jones this summer, and if continuity may be the new era in the NBA.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler break down what changes the Pelicans need to make as a team strategy going into next season.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler the next step for some key players, coaches, and the New Orleans Pelicans organization.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the needs for the Pelicans heading into the off-season.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the Pelicans roller coaster of season and look ahead to what's next.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the end of the regular season and preview the home play-in matchup vs the Thunder.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss how the Pelicans are one of the hottest teams in the NBA entering the final week of the regular season and how things may be coming full circle for the team after a roller coaster of a year.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss how the Pelicans seem to be finding themselves right at the perfect time.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss the Pelicans identity, the recent adjustments from Willie Green, and the critical week ahead for the Pelicans that could make or break their playoff chances.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss bad stretch the Pelicans are currently suffering through and if there is a way to turn things around before it is too late
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss Potential Round 1 matchups you love/hate for the Pelicans, what adjustments to expect after the break, and how the Pelicans can get going offensively w/o Zion.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss the wild trade deadline, the new look Western conference, and how the Pelicans have to shift their mindset after the Zion injury news.
Garrick and Raphael Rattler discuss the trade deadline, Kira Lewis’s return to the rotation, and if the Pels are in line to make a run similar to last season after the All Star Break.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss what the Pelicans need to stop the bleeding in the loss column, the lack of rim protection, and take a look at the Western conference standings.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss trade rumors linked to the Pelicans, how the Defense has taken a step back, and how the team can benefit long term from going through this adversity.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss the case for CJ McCollums first all star appearance, front court talk, the rise of Naji Marshall, and a whole lot more.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss the recent stretch of 10 for the Pelicans, halfway reflections, the silver lining from all these injuries, and the biggest concern heading into the back half of the season.
Garrick and Raphael Rattler discuss some key differences in this year’s Pelicans vs the Pels historically, Brandon Ingram’s return, and what other team records the Pelicans might break this season.
On tonight’s 100th episode show Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss the Pelicans shooting more catch and shoot 3s, Willie Green’s 1st world problems, and Kira Lewis getting back up to speed.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss the Pels offensive rebounding problem/the curious case of Jaxson Hayes, Zion’s uptick in jumpshots, the reemergence of CJ McCollum and so much more.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss if the Pelicans are the best team in the Western Conference, if they might be looking to make a splash of any kind before the trade deadline, and early season team awards.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss if Zion Williamson can creep into the MVP race, how the team dynamic may be different when BI gets back, the Zion/JV chemistry, and much more.
On tonight’s show we discuss if the Pelicans injuries are becoming a concern, what to look for from Zion if BI misses time, and how the Pelicans have maintained a top 10 defense most of the season.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss the important part of the Pelicans shooting more 3s, what Dyson Daniels brings to the rotation, and how the Pels lack of rim protection may be a cause for concern.
The Rattler Brothers discuss the return of Point Zion, thoughts on CJ McCollum struggles, and how Trey Murphy is on pace to join an elite company.
Pelicans go 5-5 in their first 10. Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss Willie Green’s adjustments & rotation management so far, Zion’s uneven start to the season, and why the Pels have been so bad at closing games to start the year.
The Pelicans lose Brandon Ingram to a concussion for the week, but still manage to improve to 4-2. Garrick & Raphael Rattler break down what has lead to this promising start including the depth of the young Pelicans bench.
The Pelicans wrap up opening week with a tough loss to the Utah Jazz. Garrick and Raphael Rattler break down opening week, injuries to the teams 2 stars, and preview the upcoming week with major heavy weights in the Western Conference.
The Pelicans open the regular season versus a mysterious but dangerous Brooklyn Nets. Garrick and Raphael Rattler break down how the Pelicans can reverse the trend and get off to a fast start of the season.
The Pelicans go 3-0 to open their 2022 preseason. Garrick and Raphael Rattler break down the impact of Jaxson Hayes’ injury, what we’ve seen so far from Zion, the 2nd line, & what hasn’t been seen heading into the regular season.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss Zion Williamson’s defense, the starting lineup’s chemistry, and some other things to watch for as the Pelicans new core takes the floor for the first time this season.
The New Orleans Pelicans players, coaches, and brass held media day today to open the 2022 NBA season. Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the highlights as well as the 2 year $64M contract extension for CJ McCollum.
Willie Green helped change the narrative about the New Orleans Pelicans franchise in less than 365 days, but what does he have in store for his 2nd season as the Head Coach of the Pelicans? Garrick and Raphael break down the rare coaching company that Willie is in and if he could be in line to do something that has never been done before in NBA history.
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The Pelicans have had the quietest free agency/off-season by signing no one and trading no one. Will internal growth be enough? Are the Pelicans done making moves? Garrick & Raphael Rattler break down the off-season and where the Pels could go next.
Brandon Ingram opened eyes last season with the way he carried the team to it’s first playoff birth in five years & how he performed in his playoff debut. But there are still some that doubt his impact on winning. Garrick and Raphael Rattler discuss how BI compares to other stars around the league and where he ranks amongst them.
In order for the Pelicans to live up to the hype surrounding the team going into this season, they will have to accomplish some things that haven’t been done in recent franchise history. Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown a few topics that will determine how successful the Pels are next season.
The Pelicans chose consistency in their off-season approach, but will it be enough in a talented Western Conference for the team to reach the next level? Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown how the Pels stack up versus all the teams in the West heading into training camp.
The Pelicans have a very young talented roster with lots of promise. Garrick & Raphael Rattler rank the importance of certain individuals to the Pels success next season.
The Pelicans have had a quiet off-season so far with their biggest roster change being drafting Dyson Daniels at #8 in the 2022 NBA draft. Will that be enough to vault them into a top 6 team in the tough projected Western Conference? Garrick & Raphael Rattler break down how the Pelicans will look different & will be more of the same with a healthy Zion Williamson back in the fold.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler break down the takeaways from Summer League as the Pelicans turn their focus towards finalizing their roster for the upcoming season.
The New Orleans Pelicans have a shaky start to summer league, both with injury and uneven play. Garrick and Raphael Rattler break down the first two summer league games of the new NBA 2022 season.
After Zion agreeing to a 5 year contract extension last week, the Pelicans now turn their focus to developing their young players in the NBA Summer League. Garrick and Raphael breakdown what they will be looking for out of the rookies and who to keep an eye on going into the first Pelicans game.
Zion Williamson is nearing an agreement on a 5 year extension with the Pelicans to open the 2022 NBA league year. Garrick and Raphael Rattler break down what this means for him and the franchise moving forward.
The Pelicans just added 2 versatile defenders in the NBA Draft and now will head into a “calm” free agency period. Raphael and Garrick Rattler break down some burning questions as Summer League quickly approaches.
Description: The Pelicans selected Dyson Daniels from the G League Ignite with the 8th pick and EJ Liddell from Ohio State with the 41st pick in the 2022 NBA Draft. Garrick and Raphael Rattler break down what the Pelicans can expect from these two versatile defenders as well as the other prospects they picked up on draft night.
With the 2022-2023 NBA draft being only two days away, the Pelicans have an array of directions they can go with the #8 pick. Do they stay put and watch the board fall? Do they they get aggressive with future assets for the player they love? Or do they trade back and acquire more? Garrick and Raphael Rattler breakdown some burning questions as the draft quickly approaches.
The NBA Draft and the 2022-2023 NBA Season is around the corner. Garrick and Raphael Rattler interview the voice of the Pelicans Todd Graffagnini to talk through the year that was and the buzz around the Pelicans going into next season.
The buzz around this Pelicans team heading into next season may be the most in NBA history for a team coming off just 36 wins. With the draft and start of the new NBA season just a few weeks away, Raphael and Garrick Rattler dive into the key things that the Pelicans need to have happen in order to live up to the hype.
The Pelicans have 14 players under contract next season, but do they make a play to try to find an athletic big? Garrick and Raphael Rattler analyze what bigs might be options for the Pelicans as the draft and free agency quickly approach.
The Pelicans currently own the 8th pick in the NBA 2022 draft. Garrick and Raphael Rattler analyze what guards and wings the Pelicans may be evaluating to draft with that pick and how they may fit in with the current Pels roster.
The Pelicans landed the eighth selection in the draft lottery as a result of one of the picks received in the Anthony Davis trade. Garrick and Raphael Rattler discuss what the Pels may be looking to do with the pick, whether they keep it or trade it, as well as who they might be targeting.
With the NBA lottery fast approaching, the Pels find themselves with an abundance of young, undersized guards in Jose Alvarado, Kira Lewis Jr. and Devonte Graham. Garrick and Raphael Rattler are back with another episode of Pels Pod where they discuss what the Pels could do with the guard position moving forward through the offseason as well as preview the lottery,
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Some players, like Larry Nance Jr., C.J. McCollum and Zion Williamson will be extension eligible with the Pelicans soon. Garrick and Raphael Rattler are back with another episode of Pels Pod where they discuss who they think will get an extension, and who won't, as well as what they think David Griffin's negotiations with Zion Williamson will be like.
The New Orleans Pelicans' 2021-2022 season came to a close with a 115-109 loss to the Phoenix Suns in Game 6 of their first round playoff series. Raphael & Garrick Rattler are back to break down how the series ended, as well as what they expect to see from the Pelicans throughout the offseason and moving forward into next season.
Chris Paul had another fantastic 4th quarter in Game 3, scoring 19 points in the final stanza to put the Pels away, but the Pelicans had an answer for him in Game 4 in the form of Herb Jones and Jose Alvarado. Jones finished the contest with 13 points and three big blocked shots, while Alvarado scored 5 points and had 2 steals while showcasing his trademark energy.
The Pelicans now find themselves in a best-of-three series, and they'll have to steal another road win to put the team with the league's best record away. Raphael & Garrick Rattler return to talk about where they see this series going and what the Pelicans need to do to win it.
The Pelicans made a statement that they would not be a pushover with their Game 2 victory over the Phoenix Suns. The Pelicans defeated the Suns 125-114, and even though the Suns lost Devin Booker to a hamstring injury during the contest, the Pels needed to make clutch plays in the second half and Brandon Ingram provided them, finishing the game with 37 points, 11 rebounds and 9 assists.
Raphael and Garrick Rattler return to recap Game 2, talk about Booker's injury, and where they see the series heading.
The Pels lost Game 1 in the first round of the Western Conference Playoffs 110-99 Sunday night in Phoenix. The Suns had the early advantage, leading 53-34 halftime and holding the Pelicans to just 11 of 49 shooting (22%)in the first half.
However, the Pelicans did make a run in the third quarter, but Chris Paul scored 19 of his 30 points in the 4th quarter to close the Pelicans out in Game 1 of the first-round playoff series. Raphael & Garrick Rattler are back to break down Game 1 and talk about what they're looking to see in Game 2 Tuesday night.
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With wins over the San Antonio Spurs and Los Angeles Clippers, the New Orleans Pelicans secured the 8th seed in the Western Conference and won the conference's play-in tournament.
The Pels now advance to the playoffs to face the Phoenix Suns. Garrick & Raphael Rattler are back with a bonus edition of Pels Pod to talk about the huge win last night, as well as the Pels matchup with the #1 seeded Suns.
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The Pels didn't have their most successful week on the court, going 2-2. But those losses didn't matter because the Pelicans had already secured the 9th seed in the play-in tournament, allowing them to host the San Antonio Spurs Wednesday night for a chance to advance.
Raphael & Garrick Rattler return to talk about the upcoming play-in game, what making the play-in says about this team, and what they think the Pels' future holds.
With a Pelicans win over the Kings or a Lakers loss to the Suns tonight, the Pelicans will clinch a spot in the play-in tournament. Considering the way the Pelicans started the season 1-12 and have been without their best player for the entirety of the season, making the playoffs is a massive achievement for this team.
Raphael & Garrick Rattler return to talk about tonight's game as well as where the Pelicans can go, not only for the rest of this season, but moving forward.
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Before we get to THAT GAME, we want to thank everyone who watches and listens to Pels Pod. We started the podcast around a year ago and we've had a blast a long the way. There's been ups and downs with the Pels, as usual, but it's been a great ride since we've been able to begin cultivating this community with you all.
That being said, last night the Pels came back from a 23-point deficit to defeat LeBron James and the Lakers at the Smoothie King Center and strengthen their grip on the 9th seed. We got Pelicans color commentator Antonio Daniels and @ImpatientBull himself, Chris Conner, here to talk about it.
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In a season full of peaks and valleys, the Pels are hitting another peak at the perfect time of the season. The Pels have won two of their last three games...on the road...without Brandon Ingram. Guys like Trey Murphy and Naji Marshall have stepped up without guys like Ingram and Devonte Graham due to injury and the Pels have risen to the 9th playoff spot. Raph & Garrick Rattler are back again to talk about the (playoff-bound?) Pels.
The Pels continue to do Pels things. Losers of two straight entering the All-Star break, the Pels came out of the break white hot, winning four straight games, three in blowout fashion. However, this would inevitably take a turn as Brandon Ingram would miss the last four games with a hamstring injury, only to be followed by C.J. McCollum entering the NBA's health and safety protocol and missing the last two games. The Pels did manage to break their losing streak without B.I. & C.J. against the Rockets last night.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler return to talk about the last week for the Pels as well as where they can hope to go from here.
The Pels came out of the All-Star Break red hot, winning four straight with three of those victories coming by more than 25 points. The streak came to an end last night with a 138-130 overtime loss against the Denver Nuggets and Nikola Jokic, but the Pels have been playing great basketball and are firmly back in the play-in race. Raph & Garrick Rattler return to break down your New Orleans Pelicans on this week's episode of Pels Pod.
The Pels entered the All-Star break with a record of 23-36, good for 3rd in the Southwest division and 12th in the Western Conference. While CJ McCollum has been lights out since coming to New Orleans via trade, the Pels have gone 1-4 with CJ in the lineup. The team has also yet to give an update on Zion Williamson's injury situation. Where do the Pels go from here? The Rattler Brothers are back to talk about the second half of the NBA season on this week's Pels Pod.
The Pelicans are winless since the arrival of CJ McCollum in New Orleans, but Saturday's 124-114 loss to the San Antonio Spurs showed exactly why the Pelicans traded for the former Portland Trailblazers sharpshooter.
McCollum scored 36 points on 15/24 shooting, as well as adding 11 rebounds to his box score. The Pels may have lost the game, but the vision is clear. Garrick and Raphael Rattler are back to discuss the past and future for your New Orleans Pelicans here on Pels Pod.
Raph & Garrick Rattler drop in with a quick emergency pod to talk about the New Orleans Pelicans' big trade for CJ McCollum.
After starting the season 1-12, the New Orleans Pelicans improved their record to 21-32 with a 120-107 win over the Houston Rockets on Sunday night, moving them into 10th place in the NBA's Western Conference and giving them possession of the final spot in the Play-In tournament for the playoffs.
The week started off with a tough loss to the Darius Garland-less Cleveland Cavaliers but the Pels rattled off three straight wins over the Pistons, Nuggets, and Rockets. Garrick and Raphael Rattler are back to break down the week's Pelicans action here on Pels Pod.
Been a rough week for the New Orleans Pelicans as they went 1-3 since our last episode. Raph & Garrick return to talk about the week that was for the Pelicans.
The New Orleans Pelicans have only played one game since our last episode, but it was a costly 102-91 win over the New York Knicks because Brandon Ingram missed part of it with a sprained ankle and will also miss tonight's game against the Pacers.
It feels like whenever this team might be ready to make a run, something happens to stop it. Raph & Garrick Rattler are back talking about B.I.'s latest injury, whether the Pels can overcome it, and whether they can still have a shot at the Play-In tournament.
It's been more of the same for the New Orleans Pelicans. Since the last episode the Pelicans won two straight over the Timberwolves and Clippers respectively, before getting dominated by the Nets, who lost Kevin Durant early in the contest, and the Celtics, who overcame an 18-point first half deficit to come back and beat the Pels.
One step forward, one step back.
Garrick & Raphael Rattler return to break it all down on this week's episode of Pels Pod.
Just about a week after the Pels put together a 4 game losing streak, the Pels have now lost three of four after a 105-101 loss to the Toronto Raptors. Can the Pels become more consistent or is this just life for this team without their best player? Rapahel & Garrick Rattler break down the latest happenings with the New Orleans Pelicans on this week's Pels Pod.
As 2021 came to a close, the New Orleans Pelicans once again found themselves at something of a crossroads. Their best player is once again injured, their second best player has had an injury plagued season and some of the young players who had been expected to step up hadn't.
However things haven't been all bad. The team fought back from a dreadful start to at least pick themselves up off the mat and a few individual players, like Jonas Valanciunas, have had good seasons. Herb Jones has been one of the top rookies in the game thus far this season. Where do the Pels go from here? Garrick & Raphael Rattler talk about it all on the first episode of Pels Pod in 2022.
The New Orleans Pelicans had another solid week on the court, going 2-1 for the week with wins over Portland and Orlando before finishing up with a loss to Oklahoma City. While the 117-112 loss to the Thunder was disappointing, what made it worse was Brandon Ingram leaving the game after the first quarter with what the team termed as "achilles soreness."
So even after the Pels got on a little roll recently and made themselves interested, injuries once again seem to hit this team at the worst possible time in the worst possible ways. What should the Pelicans do without their best (available) player? Garrick and Raphael Rattler break it all down on this week's episode of Pels Pod.
Raphael & Garrick Rattler are back with another episode of Pels Pod. It's a quick turnaround from last Wednesday's episode but the Pels went streaking in the meantime, with back-to-back wins over the Thunder, via Devonte Graham miracle shot, and over the Bucks (without Giannis and Khris Middleton), via Devonte Graham 3-point barrage. After a 3-16 start, the Pelicans have won seven of their past 12 games and have shown steady improvement. However, it wasn't all good with the news that Zion Williamson's foot injury wasn't healing as quickly as had been hoped. The Rattler Brothers talk about it all on this week's episode of Pels Pod.
Raphael & Garrick Rattler return to talk about how the week went for the New Orleans Pelicans, as well as diving into the guard play for the Pels as a whole and the latest news on Zion's injury.
The record is what it is, but the New Orleans Pelicans are 5-5 over their last 10 games. Things have been looking up recently as the Pels have been more competitive and Willie Green has settled into some rotations he likes. However, the Pels don't seem any closer to getting Zion Williamson back, as the Pelicans announced that their best player is still feeling soreness in his surgically repaired foot.
Can the Pels continue to keep momentum on their side even though their best player is still out indefinitely? Garrick & Raphael Rattler break down the week that was for the New Orleans Pelicans on this week's Pels Pod.
The New Orleans Pelicans had an outstanding week by their standards so far this season, going 2-2 over the week with wins over the Utah Jazz and Washington Wizards. In other good Pels news, Zion Williamson was cleared to practice with the team before his eventual return to the court. Are the Pels finding themselves just in time to get their best player back on the court?
Raphael & Garrick Rattler break down all the happenings for your New Orleans Pelicans on this week's Pels Pod.
This week, the Pelicans went 1-3, blowing a 19-point lead to the Washington Wizards without Bradley Beal and giving up two separate 15-point first-half leads to the Miami Heat before overcoming a 20-point first half deficit at home to defeat the Los Angeles Clippers and finishing the week getting beat by the Indiana Pacers.
Raph & Garrick Rattler return to break down the week that was for the New Orleans Pelicans on this week's episode of Pels Pod.
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Garrick & Raphael Rattler are back talking about the week that was with your New Orleans Pelicans.
There was some good and some bad this week. On the positive side, the Pels got Brandon Ingram back from injury and manages to notch another win. However, the Pels also continued to pile up Ls and an embarassing story dropped about a near-physical confrontation between Pels GM David Griffin and former Pels head coach Alvin Gentry after a recent game.
The boys talk about all this and more on this week's episode of Pels Pod.
Another week, another bunch of hard-fought losses for a New Orleans Pelicans squad playing without their best player, and sometimes without second-best player too. It's obvious the team is better and is playing harder than last year, but how do you replace 27 points per game?
Is the season already lost? Should the Pels fire up the tank? The Rattler Brothers break it all down on this week's episode of Pels Pod.
Between the Pels 0-for-the-week on the court and Garrick's internet connection troubles, its been a rough week for everyone. The team is playing hard, and is clearly improved, but the losses are stacking up. Is the season lost? Should the Pels fire up the tank?
Raph and Garrick Rattler are back to break it all down for you on this week's Pels Pod.
Raphael & Garrick Rattler are back to break down the opening week of the NBA season for the New Orleans Pelicans on another episode of Pels Pod.
The Pels did not get off to the start anyone was hoping for this season, opening 0-3 with a couple of blowout losses on the ledger thus far. Does anyone look good? Is there hope moving forward? The Rattler Brothers will discuss all that and more this week on Pels Pod.
The Rattler Brothers are back with the regular season opener edition of Pels Pod.
As is usual with New Orleans sports, and especially the Pelicans, the run-up to the regular season has been filled with ups and downs and major drama. The guys discuss all of the action on and off the court recently and what they expect from the Pels to begin the season.
The new-look New Orleans Pelicans got a couple preseason games in the books and Garrick and Raphael Rattler are back with another episode of Pels Pod to break down the action.
The guys talk about Trey Murphy III shooting the lights out, Nickeil Alexander-Walker's growth and where he needs to improve, and the rest of the Pelicans on this week's episode.
The Rattler Brothers are back with a pre-game edition of Pels Pod. Tonight is the preseason opener for the 2021-2022 New Orleans Pelicans and Raph and Garrick are here to talk about what the expect to see from tonight's action as well as what the Pels need to do this preseason to keep improving.
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This week on Pels Pod, Garrick & Raphael Rattler talk about the news from Pels Media Day 2020, including Zion Williamson stating that he doesn't want to play elsewhere as well as the team breaking the news that Zion broke his foot during workouts earlier this offseason.
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The Rattler Brothers are back with another edition of Pels Pod.
This week, the guys talk review the results of a tumultuous offseason for the New Orleans Pelicans. Do Garrick and Raph appreciate the vision for what the front office achieved this offseason or is the franchise in for another rough season ahead?
Raph & Garrick Rattler are back after a Hurricane Ida-induced break with the latest episode of Pels Pod.
This episode the guys talk about Nickeil Alexander-Walker's offseason workouts and where they expect to see growth in his game, Naji Marshall's role this season, as well as a group of former Pelicans joining forces to bring much needed relief to Southeast Louisiana after Hurricane Ida.
Garrick & Raph are back with another episode of Pels Pod. This week, the guys are gonna break down all the comings and goings of the offseason for the Pelicans and give their thoughts on how things went and where things need to go.
The Rattler Brothers are back with another episode of Pels Pod. This week, the guys talk about their first impressions of Willie Green, Trey Murphy's first NBA minutes and who has improved their stock during Summer League.
Raph and Garrick Rattler are back with another offseason episode of Pels Pod. The Pels re-signed Willy Hernangomez and DiDi Louzada to new deals this week and Willie Green's tenure as Pels' head coach begins as he leads the Pels' summer league team in Las Vegas. Join us in the chat as we discuss all things New Orleans Pelicans!
Garrick's flying solo today with Raph out of town but Pels Pod is back with all the latest news on the Pelicans' offseason moves. Garrick will also be joined by special guest Will Guillory of The Athletic to break down what David Griffin, Trajan Langdon and the Pels brain trust has done so far, and what might still be to come.
Garrick & Raph are back with an emergency pod covering the Pelicans trade of Eric Bledsoe and Steven Adams to the Memphis Grizzlies, as well as new head coach Willie Green's introductory press conference.
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Garrick & Raphael Rattler return with another episode of Pels Pod. This week, the guys talk about Jrue Holiday and the Bucks winning the NBA championship, what moves they'd like to see how that the offseason is officially here and whether Steven Adams is now a stretch 5.
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Raph & Garrick return with another episode of Pels Pod. This week, the guys focus on the upcoming draft and take a look at players the Pels might be interested in like Corey Kispert, Moses Moody & James Bouknight.
Raph & Garrick return with another episode of Pels Pod. This week, the guys discuss whether Jaxson Hayes can make a DeAndre Ayton-like jump this offseason, the coaching search, which has gone pretty quiet, and Zion skipping the Tokyo Olympics.
The Rattler Brothers are back with another episode of Pels Pod on NewOrleans.Network. This week the guys discuss Nickeil Alexander-Walker's play with Team Canada in the FIBA World Olympic Qualifying tournament, as well as comments from Zion Williamson & Stan Van Gundy during recent interviews.
Raphael & Garrick Rattler return this week to discuss the latest news on the New Orleans Pelicans. This week the guys discuss some of the Pelicans draft options with the 10th pick, the Pelicans seemingly narrowing in on their new coach, as well as some NBA trade rumors.
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Reports from The Athletic say that Zion Williamson's family may want him to play for a different organization. Raphael and Garrick Rattler discuss how worried they think New Orleans Pelicans fans should be, whether David Griffin can salvage the situation and whether the Pels should risk it all to get the name Jazz back from Utah.
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The Rattler Brothers return with an emergency edition of Pels Pod after the New Orleans Pelicans fired head coach Stan Van Gundy after just one season.
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Garrick & Raphael Rattler return with another episode of Pels Pod.
This week, the guys talk about Josh Hart's comments on his future in New Orleans, as well as discuss a number of players around the NBA who might find themselves on the trade block this offseason and how they could fit with Zion Williamson, Brandon Ingram and the Pelicans.
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The Rattler Brothers return from the Memorial Day holiday with another episode of Pels Pod.
Garrick & Raph discuss how the playoffs are showing that for players like Brandon Ingram and Zion Williamson, the time for winning is now, what position the Pelicans might be in today if they hadn't traded Jrue Holiday, and who the Pels should target in free agency, from the top tier players to the bargain bin.
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Garrick and Raph are back with another episode of Pels Pod. The guys talk about Jaxson Hayes playing in this year's summer league, Griff alluding to Billy Hernangomez being back next year and the ridiculous Ja Morant > Zion Williamson narrative.
The Rattler Brothers also talk about what they're hoping the Pelicans are watching for during this year's playoffs, some unease among the players after exit interviews, and who they expect to still be a Pelican next season, and who they don't.
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Raphael & Garrick Rattler are back with the final episode of the regular season. With Zion Williamson & Brandon Ingram both out with injuries and the Pels eliminated from playoff contention, the last week of the regular season was more about looking toward the future.
The guys talk about what they saw from young players like DiDi Louzada, Kira Lewis & Jaxson Hayes, areas where the team showed improvement, as well as spots they need to work at, and what the front office needs to do moving forward this offseason.
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The Rattler Brothers return with another episode of Pels Pod. What was a good week on the court for the Pels finished badly off the court with the news of Zion Williamson's broken finger. Garrick & Raph discuss the injury, Pelicans GM David Griffin's press conference blasting the NBA over the injury, and their excitement to see what Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Jaxson Hayes can do during the last week of the season.
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The Rattler Brothers return with another episode of Pels Pod. This week the boys talk about the Pels winning 3 of 4, getting jobbed by the refs during the loss to the Nuggets, whether Billy Hernangomez is a better fit moving forward than Steven Adams, and which Avengers would the Pels' top players be.
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The Rattler Brothers return with another episode of Pels Pod. The boys talk about Stan Van Gundy finally making some adjustments to rotations and his use of challenges, whether Jaxson Hayes deserves some of Steven Adams' minutes, and whether Naji Marshall could potentially serve as a replacement for Josh Hart if Hart secures the bag in free agency.
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The Rattler Bros discuss joining the NewOrleans.Network family as well as the week that was in Pels World. Zion, BI, and NAW all missed time due to injuries, and Nickeil Alexander-Walker went down early during the win over the Houston Rockets. However, new acquisition James Johnson has provided the Pels valuable minutes on both ends of the court after arriving as part of the J.J. Redick trade. All that and more on this week's PELS POD.
The Rattler Brothers are in the house for two of this week's game as they discuss the Pels 2-1 week. Zion's meteoric and historic rise has changed the outlook on the Pelicans. Plus, the trade deadline has passed and Lonzo is still a Pelican, what does this mean for him, the team and is a NAW/Lonzo backcourt the future? All that this week on Pels Pod!
Garrick and Raph discuss another inconsistent week for the Pels. Nickeil Alexander-Walker shows more flashes as a starter, plus the very difficult decision regarding Lonzo Ball moving forward. Should the Pelicans be buyers or sellers at the deadline? Find out here with the Rattler brothers on Pels Pod.
The Rattler boys break down the struggles and successes of the Pelicans 3 games coming out of the All-Star break. Detail the rise of the young Pelicans and take a second to appreciate Zion Williamson.
In the second episode of "Stuck in the Middle," we break down the latest with Zion, everything that happened at the All-Star game, the latest with the Pels and predictions for the second half of the season.
In the pilot episode of "Stuck in the Middle" Raph and Garrick introduce themselves and break down the purpose and schedule of of the podcast. They discuss expectations of the Pelicans season and compare them to where the Pelicans are now. Plus, how has Stan done his first season? What is Lonzo's trade value? Hear that and more on Stuck in the Middle!