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Yves Missi and Alex Sarr have been named the NBA's Rookies of the Month for December. Missi averaged 11.2 points, 10.0 rebounds and 1.6 block for the New Orleans Pelicans. Missi had a PER of 16.8 in December. Sarr averaged 13.8 points, 6.3 rebounds and 1.7 blocks for the Washington Wizards. Sarr had a PER of 14.5 in December. … [Read more...] about Yves Missi, Alex Sarr Named NBA’s Rookies Of December

As the February 6th NBA trade deadline approaches, the New Orleans Pelicans are prioritizing a trade of Brandon Ingram, sources tell ESPN. Ingram and the Pelicans have discussed an extension, but those talks have repeatedly been unable to gain traction. Ingram will be an unrestricted free agent this offseason if he doesn't sign an extension. Ingram left Excel Sports in November … [Read more...] about Pelicans Prioritizing Trade Of Brandon Ingram By Deadline

The New Orleans Pelicans will not consider releasing Zion Williamson before the July 15th deadline when his contract for 25-26 becomes guaranteed. While Williamson is on track to reach the weight benchmarks in his contract, he will not play in at least 61 games to automatically guarantee his contract. Williamson has one of the most unique contracts that protects the Pelicans … [Read more...] about Pelicans Won’t Consider Releasing Zion Williamson For Salary Savings

Zion Williamson's agent, Bill Duffy, has no intention to push for a trade from the New Orleans Pelicans ahead of the February 6th deadline, sources tell ESPN. Williamson has played in only six games games this season and is averaging 22.7 points, 8.0 rebounds and 5.3 assists in 31.1 minutes. Williamson is week-to-week with a hamstring injury. Both Williamson and the Pelicans … [Read more...] about Zion Williamson Won’t Pursue Trade From Pelicans Ahead Of Deadline

Zion Williamson has been upgraded to week-to-week as he works his way back from a left hamstring strain. Williamson has begun the return to play conditioning phase of his rehab and is expected to fully return to practice next week. Williamson has appeared in six games this season, averaging 22.7 points, 8.0 rebounds and 5.3 assists in 31.1 minutes. … [Read more...] about Zion Williamson Nearing Return From Left Hamstring Strain