More New Orleans Pelicans News
“I’ll Be Ready for Sunday”: LeBron James Issues Stern Warning to Zion Williamson & Co With 8th Seed at Stake
Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James issues a stern warning to the New Orleans Pelicans with their 8th spot at stake.
Stephen Curry’s Family Won’t Tune in to His Netflix Animation Debut: Here’s Why
Stephen Curry unravels why he won't be watching his debut animation series "Good Times" with his children.
Tension Rise As Klay Thompson & CJ McCollum Engage In Heated Exchange On Live TV
Tensions rise during the ongoing Warriors-Pelicans clash as Klay Thompson and CJ McCollum are captured engaging in a verbal spat
Is Brandon Ingram Playing vs Lakers? Pelicans Injury Report Ahead Of Crucial Season Finale
With just a game remaining for them in the regular season, the Pelicans receive a much-awaited update on Brandon Ingram's availability.
Is Stephen Curry Playing Tonight? Coach Kerr Reveals Tired Warriors Star Status vs Pelicans
The Warriors just finished a splendid victory against the Portland Trail Blazers and will now face the Pelicans. Will Stephen Curry suit up?
Zion Williamson Falls Prey To Online Trolls After Crispy And Warm Chicken Wings Get Thrown On-Court vs Kings
Fans highlight Zion Williamson's confused expression after a fan engaged in an unexpected action during a recent NBA game.
What Happened to Zion Williamson? Pelicans Star Heads to Locker Room After Scary Injury
Zion Williamson heads to the locker room during the crucial Pelicans vs. Kings clash, what's exactly gone wrong?
What Happened To Draymond Green & Klay Thompson? Warriors Injury Report vs Portland Sparks Concern Online
What was supposed to be a full roster minus Draymond Green seemed to have dwindled with Klay Thompson and GPII also in the injury report!
Kings Injury Report: Double Injury Scare for Sacramento Ahead of Crucial Pelicans Clash
Kings face double injury scare with Ford & Murray on injury report. Can they beat the Pelicans & strengthen their playoff chances?
Why Is Victor Wembanyama Not Playing Tonight? Coach Pop Reveals Spurs’ Precautionary Measures vs OKC
The Spurs seem to be taking extra care with their generational talent Victor Wembanyama, as they sideline him against OKC in a back-to-back.
Celtics News: Whooping 9-Figure NBA Salary Puts Jrue Holiday In LeBron James & Stephen Curry Category
Jrue Holiday and the Boston Celtics are going to be together for a long time as the veteran guard agreed to a contract extension.
Silence Over Zion Williamson’s Scandal Triggers Startling Prediction by Gilbert Arenas
Zion Williamson's controversy had no response from NBA players as former NBA star shares light on the situation
About New Orleans Pelicans
New Orleans Pelicans 2022: News, Schedule, Roster, Score, Injury Report
The New Orleans Pelicans is owned by Gayle Benson. They are part of the NBA's Western Conference Southwest division along with the Dallas Mavericks, Houston Rockets, Memphis Grizzlies, and the San Antonio Spurs. The New Orleans Pelicans play their games at the city's Smoothie King Center.
The side was established in 2002 after they moved from Charlotte to New Orleans. Initially, they were called the New Orleans Hornets, as the owner did not like the city.
When the New Orleans team changed their name from Hornets to Pelicans in the year 2013. All the history and records of their first fourteen years from 1988 to 2002 were returned to the new NBA side in Charlotte.
From 2005 to 2007, the franchise shifted to Oklahoma City due to the destruction caused by Hurricane Katrina. In these two years, the franchise was rechristened the New Orleans/Oklahoma City Hornets.
The New Orleans Pelicans have had mixed fortunes since relocating in 2002. They have reached the Western Conference Playoffs on 7 occasions. However, the side has won a playoff series just twice. These were in 2008 as the Hornets when they beat the Dallas Mavericks and in the year 2018 under their new name where they swept the Portland Trail Blazers 4-0.
Notable players to have featured for the New Orleans Pelicans include Chris Paul, Anthony Davis, Austin Rivers, DeMarcus Cousins, and Zion Williamson.
Read More: Zion Williamson: A Glimpse of His Impressive College Stats
Achievements and History
Founded | 2002 |
Conference | Western |
Division | Southwest |
| President | Dennis Lauscha |
General Manager | Trajan Langdon |
Head Coach | Willie Green |
| Arena | Smoothie King Center |
Championships (0) | - |
Conference Titles (0) | - |
| Division Titles (1) | (2008) |
| Website |
New Orleans Pelicans 2021-22 Roster
| 41 | Garrett Temple | SG | 6-5 | 195 | May 8, 1986 |
| 6 | Nickeil Alexander-Walker | SG | 6-6 | 205 | September 2, 1998 |
| 25 | Trey Murphy III | SF | 6-9 | 206 | June 18, 2000 |
| 5 | Herbert Jones | C | 6-8 | 210 | October 6, 1998 |
| 17 | Jonas Valanciunas | C | 6-11 | 265 | May 6, 1992 |
| 3 | Josh Hart | SF | 6-5 | 215 | March 6, 1995 |
| 10 | Jaxson Hayes | C | 6-11 | 220 | May 23, 2000 |
| 9 | Willy Hernangómez | C | 6-11 | 250 | May 27, 1994 |
| 14 | Brandon Ingram | SF | 6-8 | 190 | September 2, 1997 |
| 13 | Kira Lewis Jr. | PG | 6-1 | 170 | April 6, 2001 |
| 12 | Gary Clark | PF | 6-6 | 225 | November 16, 1994 |
| 8 | Naji Marshall | SF | 6-7 | 220 | January 24, 1998 |
| 31 | Tomas Satoransky | SG | 6-7 | 210 | October 30, 1991 |
| 4 | Devonte Graham | PG | 6-1 | 195 | February 22, 1995 |
| 15 | Jose Alvarado | PG | 6-0 | 179 | April 12, 1998 |
| 1 | Zion Williamson | PF | 6-7 | 284 | July 6, 2000 |
