It was in the 2022 NBA Draft that the New Orleans Pelicans selected center Karlo Matkovic with the 52nd overall pick. Now more than two years later, it looks like the 23-year-old will get the chance to play in the league. Shams Charania of The Athletic has reported that the Pelicans are singing Matkovic to a three-year deal. The deal is worth $4.9 million and will include a … [Read more...] about Pelicans Continue To Add Center Depth, Will It Be Enough?
Summer League: Top Southwest Division Rookies And Sophomores
Much like the Pacific and Northwest Divisions, the Southwest Division has many exciting rookies and sophomores who deserve time and attention. Here are the top rookies and sophomores from each of the Southwest Division teams and what to expect from each of them at Summer League. Summer League: Top Southwest Division Rookies And Sophomores Team: Dallas Mavericks Rookie: Melvin … [Read more...] about Summer League: Top Southwest Division Rookies And Sophomores
David Griffin Reveals Pelicans’ Big Desire For Next Season
New Orleans Pelicans executive vice president David Griffin doesn’t spend his time hiding under a rock. In fact, he’s very aware of what’s said about his team. It should come as no surprise then that the 50-year-old directly addressed a common criticism of his roster when answering questions about how he plans to continue shaping his team. “I know everybody thinks we have to … [Read more...] about David Griffin Reveals Pelicans’ Big Desire For Next Season
What’s Hawks’ Endgame After Dejounte Murray Trade?
For months, all anyone could talk about when it came to the Atlanta Hawks was whether they would be trading Trae Young or Dejounte Murray. Young, the face of the franchise, is an antihero of sorts. While he has routinely saved the Hawks from the jaws of defeat, he may be the primary contributor to their chaos. Though he denies it was his intent, his clashes with former head … [Read more...] about What’s Hawks’ Endgame After Dejounte Murray Trade?
Pelicans’ Defensive Menace Plays Olympic Hero for Puerto Rico
New Orleans Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado may not have entered the Olympic Qualifying Tournament as a headliner but he’ll leave it as one. Playing for Puerto Rico’s senior national team, Alvarado scored a team-high 23 points and was tied for the team lead in rebounds (6) and steals (2) in the final round of the FIBA Olympic Qualifiers. Jose Alvarado scores 23 points to lead … [Read more...] about Pelicans’ Defensive Menace Plays Olympic Hero for Puerto Rico