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DeMarcus Cousins gives verdict on Joe Dumars hire and Pelicans dilemma on Zion Williamson

The New Orleans Pelicans seem to be retooling, and they hired an experienced executive to help lead the rebuild. At the end of a disappointing, injury-riddled 2024-25 season, the New Orleans Pelicans fired longtime executive David Griffin and immediately made it clear that they intended Joe Dumars as his replacement.

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Pelicans Rumors: Zion Williamson, Joe Dumars, Front-Office Shakeup

As Joe Dumars settles into his role as the New Orleans Pelicans’ new head of basketball operations, one decision looms larger than the rest: the future of former No.

4x NBA All-Star's Bold Zion Williamson, Cooper Flagg Take

The New Orleans Pelicans finished their 2024-25 campaign with a mere 21-61 record, the fourth-worst mark in the NBA. Because of their horrid season, the Pelicans have the fourth-best odds to land the first-overall pick in the 2025 draft with a 12.5% chance.

Zion Williamson News / Duke Basketball Report / April 24

How Powerful Is Zion Williamson? Well...

...freakishly so. When he’s been healthy, former Duke star Zion Williamson has dominated the NBA in a way that few players ever have. His combination of power, quickness and a high basketball IQ make it virtually impossible to stop him.

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Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / April 23

Detroit Pistons Urged to Make Trade for 2-Time NBA All-Star

After accomplishing a historic turnaround in the regular season, the Detroit Pistons have drastically altered the trajectory of the franchise. As they continue battling the New York Knicks in the postseason, one former player named one player they should target in the offseason to improve even more.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / April 23

Pelicans Sign New Major Executive Amid Zion Williamson Trade Rumors

The New Orleans Pelicans continue to make changes to their front office after a dismal 21-61 season. Senior NBA writer Marc J. Spears revealed on social media that sources confirmed the Pelicans signed Troy Weaver as the organization's new Senior Vice President.

Zion Williamson News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / April 23

4x NBA All-Star Wants Zion Williamson Traded to New Contending Team

Zion Williamson may still be a member of the New Orleans Pelicans, but it certainly feels like the partnership has been long overdue for a change. As the team traded Brandon Ingram this season, it remains to be seen what they decide to do with Williamson.

Zion Williamson News / Hoops Wire / April 22

NBA Trade Idea Sends Zion Williamson To Pistons In Offseason

One NBA analyst proposed that the Detroit Pistons trade for New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson this offseason. Greg Swartz of Bleacher Report proposed

New Orleans Pelicans News / Last Word On Sports / April 22

Pelicans Head Honcho Ices Trade Mandate Rumors

Contrary to recent reports that painted a much bleaker picture of Zion Williamson‘s future with the New Orleans Pelicans, freshly minted franchise head honcho Joe Dumars has not been given a mandate to trade the former No.

Zion Williamson News / The Lead / April 22

Zion Williamson Could Be a Raging Bull in Chicago

Alright, Bulls fans. The season is over, and what a wild ride it was. The front office found magic in trading fan favorite Alex Caruso for Josh Giddey.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Wire / April 22

Joe Dumars Says Pelicans Ownership Hasn’t Told Him To Trade Zion Williamson

NBA legend Joe Dumars said on Tuesday that New Orleans Pelicans ownership hasn’t told him to trade Zion Williamson. Dumars is the Pelicans’ new president of basketball operations. Williamson has played in just 45% of his possible games with the Pelicans since being the No.

Duke Blue Devils News / Yardbarker / April 22

Cooper Flagg and the can't-miss NBA prospects who missed

Duke freshman Cooper Flagg is considered a can't-miss prospect and the presumptive No. 1 pick in the NBA Draft. But the NBA has had a number of "surefire" prospects that haven't panned out — one of them also from Duke.

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NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 21

Pelicans rumors: Winning Cooper Flagg sweepstakes may expedite Zion Williamson trade

The Zion Williamson era of the New Orleans Pelicans appears to be coming to a close. And the new regime in New Orleans certainly hopes to be able begin the next era with another superstar from Duke: Cooper Flagg.

College Basketball News / Fadeaway World / April 21

Cooper Flagg Officially Enters NBA Draft, Expected To Go No. 1 Overall

The 2025 NBA Draft just gained its headliner. On Monday morning, Duke superstar Cooper Flagg officially declared for the NBA Draft, confirming what has long been expected since the moment he reclassified and stepped onto a college court. Widely projected as the consensus No.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / April 20

NBA Trade Idea Sends Zion Williamson To Bulls In Offseason

Zion Williamson to the Chicago Bulls this offseason? NBA reporter Joe Cowley of the Chicago Sun-Times thinks it could be a fun idea. Fantasy trade: The Bulls send a package of Nikola Vucevic, Coby White and Jevon Carter to the Pelicans for Zion Williamson.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / April 19

What would it cost the Charlotte Hornets to trade for Zion Williamson? B/R NBA analyst lays out a potential deal

As the Charlotte Hornets front office begins to determine how they will approach their franchise's pivotal offseason, Bleacher Report NBA analyst Andy Bailey suggested one trade that could potentially change the teams entire trajectory.

New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / April 19

New Report on Potential Zion Williamson Trade After Recent Frustrations

The New Orleans Pelicans' season ended last week with the second-worst record in their franchise history. Immediate changes were made, with the team firing former executive vice president of basketball operations David Griffin.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 19

Mavericks Among Teams That Could Gamble on Zion Williamson Trade

In Dallas, the past two months have been something of a nightmare, at least for the local NBA team. Of course, the Mavericks have mostly brought all their

NBA News / SportsTalkATL / April 18

Pelicans expected to trade Zion Williamson; Hawks a landing spot?

The Hawks have made concerted efforts to trim the fat off the roster. Hopefully, in preparation for a blockbuster move to finally get the club out of the

NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / April 17

Zion Williamson Could Be Wizards NBA Draft Backup Plan

The time and moment many in the NBA and around the world have been waiting for is finally here. Now that the regular season is over, there are quite a few teams in the league awaiting the NBA Draft.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Larry Brown Sports / April 17

Report: Pelicans ownership furious about latest Zion Williamson drama

The New Orleans Pelicans have been through a lot over the last six years with Zion Williamson, and now they may have finally reached their breaking point.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Fadeaway World / April 15

Pelicans Owners Reportedly Want To Trade Zion Williamson

Zion Williamson's future with the New Orleans Pelicans has seemed uncertain in recent years, and it looks like we might have now seen him play his last game for the franchise.

New Orleans Pelicans News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 9

Zion Williamson’s house the scene of fight between 2 women romantically linked to star

A woman who was romantically linked to Zion Williamson has been arrested after allegedly attacking another woman at the NBA star’s home. Sources told local news outlet WDSU that Ahkeema Love is being accused of hitting another woman who is also romantically linked to the NBA star and egging her house.

New Orleans Pelicans News / The Spun / April 9

Zion Williamson Taking Heat After Being Linked To Disturbing Arrest

Since being drafted first overall back in 2019, Zion Williamson's career has taken some interesting twists and turns. When he's on the court he's been great, but injuries have mostly robbed him of reaching his full potential.