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Pelicans target Mathurin as Clippers weigh options

New Orleans Pelicans

Pelicans target Mathurin as Clippers weigh options

Bennedict Mathurin, a 24-year-old restricted free agent, has re-emerged as a focal point in trade chatter. The New Orleans Pelicans are the most vocal suitor, while the Los Angeles Clippers assess whether they can retain the former No. 6 overall pick at a price that fits their evolving payroll.

JUL 28 2026 Bleacher Report

Pelicans Add Kobe Bufkin After Summer League Surge

New Orleans Pelicans

Pelicans Add Kobe Bufkin After Summer League Surge

The New Orleans Pelicans announced a one-year training-camp contract for Kobe Bufkin, a former first-round selection who spent the past three seasons with the Atlanta Hawks and Los Angeles Lakers. The deal gives the club a low-risk opportunity to evaluate a player who has shown flashes of the scoring ability that made him a mid-first-round pick in the 2023 draft.

JUL 27 2026 Sports Illustrated

New Orleans Pelicans

Underrated Free Agents Could Boost the New Orleans Pelicans

The Pelicans enter the offseason with a clear need to add depth across the wing and frontcourt. While marquee contracts dominate headlines, the market also contains several players whose skill sets align well with New Orleans' style of play. Identifying those undervalued options could be the key to turning a promising roster into a playoff contender.

JUL 25 2026 Yahoo Sports

Pelicans May Trade Hawkins, Poole and Jones for a Center

New Orleans Pelicans

Pelicans May Trade Hawkins, Poole and Jones for a Center

The New Orleans Pelicans have entered a quiet offseason after two consecutive campaigns that fell short of the thirty-win mark. With a roster that still lacks a true starting center, the front office feels pressure to add interior size while preserving flexibility under the salary cap. The lack of aggressive moves has left fans restless, and speculation has centered on three players whose contracts and performance could be leveraged to facilitate a deal for a big man.

JUL 24 2026 Yahoo Sports

Pelicans Look to Move Jordan Hawkins Ahead of Next Season

New Orleans Pelicans

Pelicans Look to Move Jordan Hawkins Ahead of Next Season

The New Orleans Pelicans are reportedly in trade discussions involving guard Jordan Hawkins, the No. 14 overall pick in the 2023 draft. Hawkins, now 24, has had his player option exercised for the upcoming season, guaranteeing him just over $7 million. The organization appears ready to part ways with him before the contract expires, seeking to free a roster spot and a modest salary that is unlikely to see significant playing time.

JUL 23 2026 Yahoo Sports

Pelicans put Jordan Hawkins on trade block

New Orleans Pelicans

Pelicans put Jordan Hawkins on trade block

The New Orleans Pelicans have officially listed guard Jordan Hawkins as a tradable asset. The decision signals a clear intent to explore roster options and assess how Hawkins fits into the organization’s long-term plans.

JUL 23 2026 Yahoo Sports

Pelicans Target Bitadze to Fill Center Void

New Orleans Pelicans

Pelicans Target Bitadze to Fill Center Void

The New Orleans Pelicans finished the campaign with just 26 victories, highlighting the pressing need to strengthen a roster that lacked a true interior anchor. One of the most immediate ways to address the void at center is a trade for Goga Bitadze, the 27-year-old Georgian currently under contract with the Orlando Magic. Bitadze’s size and experience could provide the Pelicans with the post presence they have been missing.

JUL 22 2026 Sports Illustrated

Pelicans' Murphy Trade Rumors Persist as Offseason Stalls

New Orleans Pelicans

Pelicans' Murphy Trade Rumors Persist as Offseason Stalls

The New Orleans Pelicans have entered the offseason without adding a single player, leaving one roster spot open and a growing sense of frustration among the fanbase. The lack of activity stands out in a league where every team has made at least one move, and the idle front office has become a focal point for discussion.

JUL 21 2026 Sports Illustrated

LeBron's Lakers Deal Leaves Pelicans Scrambling

New Orleans Pelicans

LeBron's Lakers Deal Leaves Pelicans Scrambling

LeBron James confirmed his decision to remain with the Los Angeles Lakers, a move that instantly became a setback for the New Orleans Pelicans. The franchise had been entertaining a high-profile option that could have reshaped its roster, and the loss of that possibility forces the front office to rethink its offseason strategy.

JUL 20 2026 Yahoo Sports

Pelicans Stall as Knicks Snag Cissé, Center Rotation Remains Weak

New Orleans Pelicans

Pelicans Stall as Knicks Snag Cissé, Center Rotation Remains Weak

The New Orleans Pelicans have entered the current free-agency period without adding a single player, even after a season that fell well short of playoff expectations. The front office has kept its core of Zion Williamson, Trey Murphy and Herb Jones intact, but has made no moves to address the glaring interior deficiencies that contributed to back-to-back campaigns with sub-average win totals. This lack of activity raises questions about the strategic direction of the franchise as the league moves toward the new season.

JUL 20 2026 Sports Illustrated

Pelicans' Trio Poised to Cash In on Upcoming Season

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Pelicans' Trio Poised to Cash In on Upcoming Season

The New Orleans Pelicans enter the new campaign with a clear focus on three players who stand to benefit the most from a breakout year. Each of these athletes occupies a central role in the team’s offensive philosophy, and their individual growth will directly influence the franchise’s chances of advancing deep into the playoffs. The coaching staff has consistently emphasized that these three will be the cornerstone of every game plan, shaping the way the team attacks and defends.

JUL 18 2026 Yahoo Sports

Pacers Outlast Pelicans in Summer Exhibition

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Pacers Outlast Pelicans in Summer Exhibition

Indiana hosted New Orleans on July 18, 2026 for a summer exhibition that offered both clubs a first look at how their offseason moves translate on the hardwood. The game unfolded before a modest crowd, yet the intensity on the floor suggested each team treated the contest as more than a routine scrimmage.

JUL 17 2026 NBA.com

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Pelicans Salary Cap

Full contracts → Draft history

Total Cap $226.1M

Cap Space -$61.1M

Est. Tax Bill $0

Dead Cap $0

#	Player	Pos	Age	Type	Cap Hit	Guaranteed
1	Zion Williamson	PF	26	DRK-EXT	$42.2M	$42.2M
2	Jordan Poole	SG	27	RK-EXT	$34.0M	$34.0M
3	Dejounte Murray	PG	30	VET-EXT	$32.8M	$28.8M
4	Trey Murphy III	SF	26	RK-EXT	$27.0M	$27.0M
5	Herb Jones	SF	28	FA	$14.9M	$14.9M
6	Kevon Looney	C	30	FA	$8.0M	—
7	Jeremiah Fears	PG	20	RK-1ST	$7.9M	$7.9M
8	Jordan Hawkins	SG	24	RK-1ST	$7.0M	$7.0M
9	Saddiq Bey	SF	27	FA	$6.6M	$6.4M
10	Derik Queen	C	22	RK-1ST	$5.4M	$5.4M
11	Yves Missi	C	22	RK-1ST	$3.5M	$3.5M
12	Bryce McGowens	SG	24	ROS	$2.6M	$2.6M
13	Karlo Matkovic	PF	25	RK-2ND	$2.3M	—
14	Micah Peavy	SG	25	RK-2ND	$2.2M	$2.2M

Salary data via Spotrac. Updated daily.

#	Team	W	L	PCT
1	BOS Celtics	62	20	.756
2	NYK Knicks	50	32	.610
3	MIL Bucks	49	33	.598
4	CLE Cavaliers	48	34	.585
5	ORL Magic	47	35	.573

#	Team	W	L	PCT
1	OKC Thunder	57	25	.695
2	DEN Nuggets	57	25	.695
3	MIN Timberwolves	56	26	.683
4	LAC Clippers	51	31	.622
5	DAL Mavericks	50	32	.610