Send us a text 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 ...
Jul 23, 2025•1 hr 1 min
Send us a text 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 ...
Jul 14, 2025•1 hr 3 min
Send us a text 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...
Jul 08, 2025•50 min
Send us a text 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 Pel...
Jul 04, 2025•46 min
Send us a text 📌 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 👍 If you enjoyed this breakdown, LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS for more Pelicans news, analysis, and draft coverage! #Pelicans #JeremiahFears #NBA2025Draft #DerikQueen #MicahPeavy #ZionWilliamson #JoeDumars #W...
Jun 27, 2025•55 min
Send us a text 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? #Pelicans #NBATrades #JordanPoole #Sadd...
Jun 25, 2025•49 min
Send us a text ⛹️♂️ 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 &a...
Jun 03, 2025•1 hr 5 min
Send us a text 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 Pelica...
May 23, 2025•1 hr 12 min
Send us a text 🔥 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? • Wh...
May 14, 2025•56 min
Send us a text 🏀 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...
Apr 23, 2025•39 min
Send us a text 🚨 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? ⸻ 🔥 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 ca...
Apr 15, 2025•1 hr 11 min
Send us a text 🔥 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 McCol...
Apr 03, 2025•52 min
Send us a text 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 ...
Mar 27, 2025•49 min
Send us a text 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? ✔️ Jor...
Mar 14, 2025•55 min
Send us a text 🏀 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, ...
Mar 07, 2025•1 hr
Send us a text 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...
Feb 24, 2025•14 min
Send us a text Recapping the New Orleans Pelicans 103 - 111 loss on the road to the Dallas Mavericks.
Feb 22, 2025•14 min
Send us a text 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.
Feb 18, 2025•46 min
Send us a text 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.
Feb 12, 2025•49 min
Send us a text Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the Brandon Ingram trade to the Toronto Raptors and what that means for the Pelicans moving forward.
Feb 06, 2025•42 min
Send us a text 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.
Jan 29, 2025•52 min
Send us a text 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.
Jan 22, 2025•51 min
Send us a text 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.
Jan 14, 2025•54 min
Send us a text 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.
Jan 07, 2025•38 min
Send us a text 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.
Dec 31, 2024•48 min
Send us a text 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.
Dec 18, 2024•54 min
Send us a text Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the return of Brandon Ingram & Herb Jones as well as the trade rumors surrounding Brandon Ingram & Zion Williamson.
Dec 05, 2024•49 min
Send us a text 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.
Nov 25, 2024•49 min
Send us a text 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.
Nov 19, 2024•45 min
Send us a text 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.
Nov 13, 2024•57 min
