# new orleans pelicans (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover new orleans pelicans. Page: Feed: --- ## [Report: Sixers hiring Phil Handy as assistant coach on Nick Nurse's staff](https://www.phillyvoice.com/sixers-hiring-phil-handy-assistant-coach-nick-nurse-staff-bio-career-lebron-james-nba-rumors-news-analysis/?utm_source=adam-aaronson&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pv-site) _2026-08-21 · Adam Aaronson · PhillyVoice - Adam Aaronson_ Phil Handy has significant connections to Sixers head coach Nick Nurse and forward LeBron James. ## [Scouting the Sixers' competition: Are the Toronto Raptors getting Kawhi Leonard?](https://www.phillyvoice.com/sixers-news-analysis-nba-eastern-conference-power-rankings-odds-standings-toronto-raptors/?utm_source=adam-aaronson&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pv-site) _2026-08-21 · Adam Aaronson · PhillyVoice - Adam Aaronson_ The Toronto Raptors' trade to acquire Kawhi Leonard remains on hold. How good can this team be if the deal goes through? ## [Scouting the Sixers' competition: With Giannis Antetokounmpo on board, can Miami Heat contend?](https://www.phillyvoice.com/sixers-news-analysis-nba-eastern-conference-power-rankings-odds-standings-miami-heat/?utm_source=adam-aaronson&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pv-site) _2026-08-20 · Adam Aaronson · PhillyVoice - Adam Aaronson_ How far can Giannis Antetokounmpo lead the Miami Heat given their depth concerns? ## [Scouting the Sixers' competition: Atlanta Hawks loading up on depth](https://www.phillyvoice.com/sixers-news-analysis-nba-eastern-conference-power-rankings-odds-standings-atlanta-hawks/?utm_source=adam-aaronson&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pv-site) _2026-08-19 · Adam Aaronson · PhillyVoice - Adam Aaronson_ The Sixers went 0-4 against the Atlanta Hawks last season. ## [Scouting the Sixers' competition: Orlando Magic looking for better health and a coaching spark](https://www.phillyvoice.com/sixers-news-analysis-nba-eastern-conference-power-rankings-odds-standings-orlando-magic/?utm_source=adam-aaronson&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pv-site) _2026-08-18 · Adam Aaronson · PhillyVoice - Adam Aaronson_ The Orlando Magic became one of the disappointments of the 2025-26 NBA season. Is a leap coming? ## [Sixers mailbag: How should Nick Nurse stagger his stars?](https://www.phillyvoice.com/sixers-news-analysis-nick-nurse-rotation-depth-chart-joel-embiid-jaylen-brown-lebron-james-tyrese-maxey-vj-edgecombe/?utm_source=adam-aaronson&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pv-site) _2026-08-18 · Adam Aaronson · PhillyVoice - Adam Aaronson_ The most important in-game task for Sixers head coach Nick Nurse in 2026-27: using the right combinations of his stars at all times. ## [Sixers announce four-game 2026 preseason schedule](https://www.phillyvoice.com/sixers-news-analysis-2026-nba-preseason-schedule-celtics-jaylen-brown-lebron-james-joel-embiid-tyrese-maxey-vj-edgecombe/?utm_source=adam-aaronson&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pv-site) _2026-08-17 · Adam Aaronson · PhillyVoice - Adam Aaronson_ The Sixers have four preseason exhibitions against division foes this October. ## [5 Sixers thoughts: Plans for open two-way slot, new face in front office and more](https://www.phillyvoice.com/sixers-news-analysis-two-way-contract-mike-gansey-nba-tommy-balcetis-dominick-barlow-lebron-james-joel-embiid/?utm_source=adam-aaronson&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pv-site) _2026-08-17 · Adam Aaronson · PhillyVoice - Adam Aaronson_ Detailing the Sixers' current plans to identify a third two-way player, covering some news in the front office and more to begin the week. ## [Report: Former Sixers forward Trendon Watford joining New Orleans Pelicans](https://www.phillyvoice.com/sixers-news-analysis-trendon-watford-stats-highlights-nba-free-agency-agents-rumors-cap-sheet-pelicans/?utm_source=adam-aaronson&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pv-site) _2026-08-17 · Adam Aaronson · PhillyVoice - Adam Aaronson_ In one year with the Sixers, Trendon Watford averaged 16.3 minutes, 6.5 points, 3.3 rebounds and 2.5 assists across 53 games. ## [Scouting the Sixers' competition: Veteran stars aim to lead Washington Wizards' revival](https://www.phillyvoice.com/sixers-news-analysis-nba-eastern-conference-power-rankings-odds-standings-washington-wizards/?utm_source=adam-aaronson&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pv-site) _2026-08-17 · Adam Aaronson · PhillyVoice - Adam Aaronson_ The Sixers averaged 136.0 points per game across four wins over the Wizards last season. Washington will not be as easy of an opponent in 2026-27. ## [Fast, secure international transfers (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/7HBzluVMLMED) _2026-08-17 · **Sponsored**_ Bank transfer, cash pickup, mobile wallet — low fees and real-time tracking ## [Tracking 2026-27 Sixers games reported and announced ahead of NBA schedule release](https://www.phillyvoice.com/sixers-news-analysis-announced-nba-schedule-release-lebron-james-jaylen-brown-joel-embiid-vj-edgecombe-tyrese-maxey/?utm_source=adam-aaronson&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pv-site) _2026-08-14 · Adam Aaronson · PhillyVoice - Adam Aaronson_ Before the entire 2026-27 Sixers schedule is released on Thursday afternoon, consider this a one-stop shop for any and all games that have been announced or reported in advance. ## [Full 2026-27 Sixers schedule, with details, analysis and games of note](https://www.phillyvoice.com/sixers-schedule-news-analysis-2026-27-nba-schedule-christmas-day-opening-night-lebron-james-jaylen-brown/?utm_source=adam-aaronson&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pv-site) _2026-08-13 · Adam Aaronson · PhillyVoice - Adam Aaronson_ From the things that matter to things that are merely interesting, all of the details to know about the 2026-27 Sixers schedule. ## [Pelicans’ Financial Future: Can New Orleans Build a Contender or Face a Reset?](https://thebirdwrites.com/can-the-pelicans-build-a-contender-in-3-years/) _2025-08-08 · David Grubb · The Bird Writes_ Every NBA team eventually has to pay for its success, or at least for its hopes of success. For the New Orleans Pelicans, that bill has officially arrived. Coming into the 2025-26 season, the front office is looking at a payroll that could make even the richest owners sweat: about $180.6 million after swapping CJ \[…\] ## [Pelicans Wrap Up Summer League 0-5: Flash, Flaws, and a Frontcourt Problem](https://thebirdwrites.com/pelicans-show-promise-even-during-winless-summer/) _2025-07-22 · birdwritesadmin · The Bird Writes_ The New Orleans Pelicans went winless in Las Vegas Summer League. Again. That’s 0-5 this year and an 11-game losing streak dating back to 2023, the longest such stretch in the event’s history. No, Summer League isn’t about wins and losses. However, it gives fans and front offices a gauge of where their young players \[…\] ## [Fears Scores 22, Not Enough As Pelicans Finish 0-5 in Vegas](https://thebirdwrites.com/fears-scores-22-pelicans-lose-to-pacers/) _2025-07-19 · David Grubb · The Bird Writes_ The New Orleans Pelicans wrapped up Summer League play with another loss, falling 113-104 to the Indiana Pacers and cementing their place in the record books—for the wrong reason. The defeat marked the team’s 11th consecutive loss in Las Vegas Summer League action, setting a new NBA record for the longest such streak. Their last win in \[…\] ## [Imperfect 10: Pelicans Extend Summer Skid to 10 Straight Games](https://thebirdwrites.com/imperfect-10-pelicans-extend-summer-skid-to-10-straight-games/) _2025-07-17 · David Grubb · The Bird Writes_ After leading by as many as 10 points early, the New Orleans Pelicans were routed by the Oklahoma City Thunder, 95-81, dropping the Pelicans to 0-4 in the NBA 2K26 Summer League. New Orleans led 20-10 early, but Oklahoma City dominated the final three quarters. Although the team drastically cut down the turnovers from Tuesday \[…\] ## [Turnovers Prove Too Costly For Pelicans in Loss to Blazers](https://thebirdwrites.com/turnovers-costly-in-pelicans-loss-to-blazers/) _2025-07-16 · David Grubb · The Bird Writes_ The New Orleans Pelicans fought but were unable to overcome 25 turnovers as they dropped to 0-3 at the NBA 2K26 Summer League with a 93-86 loss to the Portland Trail Blazers. The Pels have now lost nine consecutive games in Vegas dating back to an 89-83 victory over the Charlotte Hornets on July 13, \[…\] ## [Pelicans’ Rookies Regress in Loss to Lakers in Vegas](https://thebirdwrites.com/pelicans-rookies-regress-in-loss-to-lakers-vegas/) _2025-07-13 · David Grubb · The Bird Writes_ While you don’t ever want to take too much away from a Summer League game in mid-July, there are some problems for the New Orleans Pelicans. Trailing nearly throughout, the Pelicans fell to the Los Angeles Lakers 94-81. They are 0-2 in Las Vegas with three games yet to play. New Orleans got 13 points \[…\] ## [Pelicans Bet on Herb Jones, Sign Vet to 3-Year Extension](https://thebirdwrites.com/pelicans-bet-on-herb-jones-sign-3-year-extension/) _2025-07-11 · David Grubb · The Bird Writes_ The New Orleans Pelicans have made a strong commitment to one of their most consistent players, agreeing to a three-year, $68 million contract extension with forward Herb Jones. The deal keeps Jones in New Orleans through the 2028-29 season, with a player option for the 2029-30 campaign. This extension isn’t just a reward; it’s a \[…\] ## [Pelicans Swing Big in 2025 NBA Draft, but Gamble Brings High Risk](https://thebirdwrites.com/pelicans-swing-big-in-2025-nba-draft/) _2025-06-27 · David Grubb · The Bird Writes_ The New Orleans Pelicans made a strong statement during the 2025 NBA Draft, and sparked a media firestorm with a draft-night trade that added intrigue, expectations, and scrutiny, to their selections. Under the direction of new head of basketball operations Joe Dumars, the Pelicans walked away with three new prospects: guards Jeremiah Fears and Micah \[…\] ## [Watch chovy live code (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/zaXnm73h9O2o) _2025-06-27 · **Sponsored**_ Join Mosh Coding streams with collaborative screen sharing and remote control, open source. ## [Double Dip: Pelicans Have Shaky History With Multiple First-Rounders](https://thebirdwrites.com/double-dip-pelicans-have-shaky-history-with-multiple-first-rounders/) _2025-06-20 · David Grubb · The Bird Writes_ For the fourth time in franchise history, the New Orleans Pelicans will enter the NBA Draft with multiple first-round picks. It’s a rare chance to reshape the roster, and a painful reminder of how often this franchise has failed to capitalize on these moments. In 2006, 2012, and 2019, the Pelicans/Hornets had at least two \[…\] ## [Pelicans Make Big Moves and Face Bigger Questions](https://thebirdwrites.com/pelicans-make-big-moves-and-face-bigger-questions/) _2025-06-18 · David Grubb · The Bird Writes_ Tuesday was anything but quiet for the New Orleans Pelicans. In the span of a few hours, the franchise made a bold trade with the Indiana Pacers, securing a second first-round pick in this year’s NBA Draft, and then found itself back in the headlines for a much less celebratory reason: Dejounte Murray’s brutally honest \[…\]