Superteam standings shakeup: Where do Pelicans stand now?
While no one is calling the Pelicans a true superteam yet, no one can boast a Twin Towers frontline as daunting as New Orleans'.
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34-48, 4th in Southwest
Mike Triplett ESPN Staff Writer
Statement from the New Orleans Saints and Pelicans, on behalf of owner Tom Benson, who is a former Naval officer: “Our organization takes great pride in equality and inclusion and find the comments by the President disappointing and inappropriate relative to our players on this issue. Tom Benson served in the military and continues to this day to support all military branches and feels strongly that we honor those men and women who defend our freedoms and our freedom of speech. He also believes that the very players that represent the Saints and Pelicans organizations should be allowed to share or express their feelings. We prefer to take this moment in time and work together, all of us, to stop the divisiveness. Our players and our organization serve the New Orleans community selflessly and do so without care of race, creed or sexual orientation and that makes us a better city and a better team. We believe strongly in honoring our flag and the national anthem and what it represents and we support our players. We all must strive to show that we are all Americans and continue to work towards equality for all. The NFL and NBA, perhaps more than any sports, have the power to bring communities together.”
Lowe: Jrue Holiday among most intriguing players this season
At his new salary, Holiday has to do more than stand and wait -- not easy alongside three dudes who need the ball.
Cunningham back to Pelicans on 1-year deal
Forward Dante Cunningham is returning to the Pelicans on a one-year contract after declining his player option with the team.
Bobby Marks ESPN
The Dante Cunningham $2.3M contract now has the Pelicans $970K below the tax with 14 guaranteed contracts and 1 partial (Jordan Crawford).
Rumor Central: Martell Webster attempts comeback with Pelicans
Forward Martell Webster, who has been out of the NBA since November 2015, will reportedly sign with the New Orleans Pelicans.
Pelton mail: Can Pelicans reach playoffs with current small-forward issues?
Kevin Pelton has the lowdown on past teams that have qualified for the postseason despite lacking at the 3.
Check out Pelicans' new alternate uniforms
Set to take over as the NBA's official apparel provider this season, Nike gave us a first look at every team's new alternate uniform designs on Friday.
Pelicans sign veteran free agent guard Allen
Tony Allen has signed with the New Orleans Pelicans for the upcoming season. Allen provides back-court depth as well as an option on the wing when using a smaller lineup.
#NBARank Top 10: Davis' star doesn't fade
Anthony Davis is a two-time All-NBA first-teamer, yet hasn't won a single playoff game, but remains one of the league's top performers.
Vote: How would you order the #NBArank Top 10?
The #NBArank countdown is complete, and now we ask you: How would you sort out the top 10?
#NBArank Nos. 11-30: DeMarcus Cousins remains among top 20
The veteran big man slips four notches to No. 17. The Pelicans hope that Cousins and Anthony Davis will work better together this season.
#NBArank Nos. 51-75: Holiday just misses top 50
A solid playmaker and defensive presence, Jrue Holiday earns the No. 52 spot on our list this year. The Pelicans guard was slotted at No. 97 in last year's rankings.
Bobby Marks ESPN
The signing of Tony Allen last night now has New Orleans $3.27M below the tax and $3.85M below the hard cap. The Pelicans now have 13 guaranteed contracts with the 14th spot likely reserved for Jordan Crawford. The shooting guard has $250k in guaranteed money. The roster now stands at 17 with the training camp addition of Perry Jones.
Sources: T. Allen, Pelicans agree to 1-year deal
Thirteen-year veteran Tony Allen, regarded as one of the best wing defenders in the league, has agreed to a one-year, $2.3 million deal with the New Orleans Pelicans, sources told ESPN.
Saints' next emergency QB: Rajon Rondo?
Pelicans guard Rajon Rondo popped into Saints practice and casually showed up Drew Brees in an impromptu throwing contest.
Rumbo a 2017-18: New Orleans Pelicans
Los Pelicans lucen como una gran incógnita en el lejano Oeste. Y en esta incertidumbre los playoffs, al menos hoy, lucen como una isla escondida detrás de una densa neblina.
Bobby Marks ESPN
The Pelicans Frank Jackson has an Exhibit 3: Prior Injury Exclusion in his current contract. The exhibit protects the Pelicans if Jackson has a reoccurring right foot injury. Jackson has two years guaranteed ($2.1M combined) and $506K guaranteed in year 3. New Orleans can eliminate or reduce the compensation owed based on his current injury.
Sources: Pels' Jackson needs 2nd foot surgery
Pelicans rookie Frank Jackson, the No. 31 overall pick in the NBA draft in May, will undergo surgery for a broken right foot, league sources told ESPN.
Mike Triplett ESPN Staff Writer
Saints and Pelicans owners Tom and Gayle Benson announced plans to make financial donations to the Hurricane Harvey relief efforts. "Unfortunately, we know as well as anyone the devastation and the monumental tasks that lay ahead for the residents directly impacted Hurricane Harvey," the Bensons said in a statement released by the teams. No specific monetary amount was reported, but their initial donations will go to SBP, Community Foundation of Southwest Loisiana and the Second Harvest Food Bank.
Bobby Marks ESPN
New Orleans has the $3.29M bi-annual to chase Dante Cunningham or use full bird rights.
2017 Draft Picks
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2(10) | Dwayne Bacon | SF | Florida State |
| 2(22) | Edmond Sumner | PG | Xavier |
2016-17 Southwest Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio | 61 | 21 | .744 | - | L3 |
| Houston | 55 | 27 | .671 | 6 | W1 |
| Memphis | 43 | 39 | .524 | 18 | L2 |
| New Orleans | 34 | 48 | .415 | 27 | W1 |
| Dallas | 33 | 49 | .402 | 28 | W1 |
Team Leaders 2016-17
- Offense
- Defense
Points Per Game
Assists Per Game
Field Goal Percentage
Rebounds Per Game
Steals Per Game
Blocks Per Game
Team Stats
Points Per Game104.3Tied-18th
Rebounds Per Game43.713th
Assists Per Game22.812th
Points Allowed106.417th
Injuries
Team History
| YEAR | W | L | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-17 | 34 | 48 | .415 |
| 2015-16 | 30 | 52 | .366 |
| 2014-15 | 45 | 37 | .549 |
| 2013-14 | 34 | 48 | .415 |
| 2012-13 | 27 | 55 | .329 |