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The Pelicans' newest signing will have a chance to make the roster this fall.

Oct 14, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Christian Koloko (10) against the Phoenix Suns during an NBA preseason game at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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The Pelicans' newest signing will have a chance to make the roster this fall.

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New Orleans' reported target in free agency fixes none of their problems.

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The former Michigan standout is attempting to earn a permanent spot with the Pelicans this fall.

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There may still be a trade opportunity between Golden State and New Orleans.

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New Orleans is reportedly hoping to "compete" next season.

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A quiet offseason could get busy for the Pelicans with these trade scenarios.

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New Orleans is reportedly engaged in active trade discussions.

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New Orleans can still trade for a quality starting center.

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Teams around the league have still not given up on their Trey Murphy dream.

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New Orleans peculiar offseason is a head-scratcher for both fans and onlookers.

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The Pelicans continue to watch as teams around them make smart offseason moves.

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The New Orleans Pelicans have no choice but to go after one of the centers on the trade block.

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The Pelicans have done nothing to address their biggest weakness.

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The Pelicans second-round pick and hometown hero set out to prove a point in Las Vegas.

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With the Pelicans having one open roster spot, what direction will they go?

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The New Orleans Pelicans haven't done anything to push themselves to a higher tier in the West.

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The Pelicans continue to drive a hard bargain in Trey Murphy negotiations.

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What will the starting lineup and the rotation look like for the Pelicans?

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By standing pat, the New Orleans Pelicans have cemented their spot in the bottom of the Western Conference standings.

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The Pelicans continue their head-scratching offseason.

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New Orleans has to make a big swing on the trade market to give fans some hope.

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New Orleans' only signing of the summer somehow looks much worse after the contract details emerge.

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Withholding both Queens and Fears from playing in Las Vegas seems like a missed opportunity for the Pelicans.

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The New Orleans Pelicans' dismal Summer League record continued on the wrong side of history after a 105-92 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday. New

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Would a reunion between Valanciunas and the Pelicans make sense?