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LOCKED ON PELICANS--10.19.17--Diving deep into ...
The Pelicans played one inspired quarter before come apart over the next three en route to a 103-91 loss to the Grizzlies. Jake Madison takes a look at the brief moments of good and all the moments of bad.
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LOCKED ON PELICANS--10.18.17--Previewing the Pe...
The New Orleans Pelicans open their season tonight on the road at Memphis. Jake Madison tells you what to watch for and where he'd like to see the Pelicans succeed. He also takes a look at some injuries around the league
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LOCKED ON PELICANS--10.17.17--Rondo Update, Pel...
Rajon Rondo made an appearance at the Pelicans block party yesterday. The Pelicans showed off some arena and food upgrades, and Jake recaps the media game.
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LOCKED ON PELICANS--10.16.17--Breaking down the...
The Pelicans lost their preseason finale 142-101. It was mostly bad, but there were some bright spots. Jake Madison breaks it all down for you.
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LOCKED ON PELICANS--10.13.17--Previewing the fi...
The Pelicans play their final preseason game tonight against the Memphis Grizzlies. Head coach Alvin Gentry says the starters will play a quarter or two. What else do the Pelicans need to do in order to prepare for the season. Jake also talks about Tru...
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LOCKED ON PELICANS--10.12.17--Importance of the...
Despite Rajon Rondo's injury the Pelicans plan on splitting up ball handling duties. Jake Madison talks about the importance of the Dribble Handoff in the Pelicans offense and why it eases the worries to start the season.
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LOCKED ON PELICANS--10.11-17--Rajon Rondo has s...
It's been announced that Rajon Rondo will be out 4-6 weeks after having surgery on a core muscle. What does this mean for the Pelicans and how should they replace him?
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LOCKED ON PELICANS--10.10.17--Diving deep on th...
With three preseason games in the books it's time to take deeper dives into the Pelicans defense, offensive rebounding, and pace. What looks good and where should fans be concerned?
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LOCKED ON PELICANS--10.9.17--Impact of the Rajo...
Rajon Rondo looks to be out for close to a month, Jake Madison breaks down how that will impact the Pelicans offense. It then takes a look at the good and bad from the weekend's two preseason games.
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LOCKED ON PELICANS--10.6.17--Previewing the OKC...
Jake Madison previews tonight's game against the OKC Thunder. Does poor transition defense become a trend? Do the Pelicans continue with their good shot selection? Do they average assists on more than 60% of their made shots? All that and more in today...
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LOCKED ON PELICANS--10.5.17--Offensive reboundi...
Alvin Gentry wasn't happy with the Pelicans' transition defense in their loss to the Bulls, while the team also did not go after offensive rebounds. Which idea will win out? Also, Jake recaps Pelicans' news around the league.
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LOCKED ON PELICANS--10.4.17--Pelicans open pres...
The Pelicans stared off their preseason with a 113-109 loss to the Chicago Bulls. While the result was disappointing there was a lot of good to take away. But there was a lot of bad. Jake Madison breaks it all down for you.
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LOCKED ON PELICANS--10.3.17--Previewing the Pel...
Basketball is finally back, New Orleans! The Pelicans take on the Chicago Bulls in the SKC tonight. Jake Madison let's you know what to watch for in tonight's game.
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LOCKED ON PELICANS--10.2.17--Takeaways from the...
The Pelicans had the annual open practice and scrimmage on Saturday. Jake Madison breaks down the players who impressed and what we can take before the team's first preseason game.
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LOCKED ON PELICANS--9.28--Who will win the fina...
It's day 3 of training camp for the Pelicans and there is one roster spot up for grabs. Will Jordan Crawford make the team or will it be another wing? How will Jrue Holiday work offball? What do the lottery reforms mean in the NBA?
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LOCKED ON PELICANS--9.28--Notes from Day 2 of T...
Jake Madison breaks down everything you need to know from day 2 of Pelicans training camp. What will the offense look like? Does a shorter preseason hurt? Who is the fifth starter?
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LOCKED ON PELICANS--9.27--Pelicans kickoff trai...
The Pelicans kicked off training camp on Tuesday, hear from Alvin Gentry and Anthony Davis on the evolution of the Chris Finch offense. Despite flying under the radar, Darius Miller is expected to play a larger role with the Pelicans. Find out how he f...
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LOCKED ON PELICANS--9.26--Takeaways from Pelica...
The Pelicans had the annual Media Day yesterday in the Smoothie King Center. Jake Madison talks about the biggest story lines to emerge.
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LOCKED ON PELICANS--Season Preview: Bigs
In our final positional season preview Jake talks about how Anthony Davis and DeMarcus Cousins will work together on the court this season. How will the team space the court for their two stars? Who will be the third big off the bench?
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LOCKED ON PELICANS--Season Preview: Wings
The Pelicans made news yesterday by resigning Dante Cunningham. With him in the fold is he the starter? How many minutes will Darius Miller see? And is there anyone else who might be a factor?
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LOCKED ON PELICANS--Season Preview: Guards.
We're back to 5 days a week as we gear up for the regular season! Today's episode previews the team's guard situation. How will Rondo and Holiday fit? Who is the first guard off the bench? What role will Jordan Crawford have? We cover all that and more.
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LOCKED ON PELICANS--LIVE at the New Orleans Bas...
We've got another LIVE edition of Locked on Pelicans for you! Jake Madison is joined by Chris Trew, Jon Nathan Raby, and Zach Vaughn as they discuss Tony Allen, G-League locations, and much more!
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LOCKED ON PELICANS--Sept. 13, 2017--Pelicans si...
The Pelicans made their first move yesterday to replace Solomon Hill by signing Tony Allen to a one year deal. Jake talks about the impact Tony Allen will have on the team, as well as what to expect offensively. He then goes into the criteria the Pelic...
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LOCKED ON PELICANS--Sept. 12, 2017--NBA 2k18 ra...
Almost all of the player ratings for NBA 2k18 have dropped, find out where the Pelicans players rank. Who would be on your Pelicans All-Time team? And what is going on with Dante Cunningham?
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LOCKED ON PELICANS--Sept. 7, 2017--More details...
More details about the cash the Pelicans have included in the Quincy Pondexter trade have emerged, Frank Jackson undergoes surgery, and more