Pelicans news

Here are some recent news updates about the New Orleans Pelicans:

Recent Trades and Roster Moves

• The Pelicans traded away Jrue Holiday to the Milwaukee Bucks in exchange for Eric Bledsoe, Steven Adams, and a 2025 first-round pick. (Source: ESPN)
• The team also traded away Lonzo Ball to the Chicago Bulls in exchange for Garrett Temple, Tomas Satoransky, and a 2027 first-round pick. (Source: ESPN)

Free Agency Signings

• The Pelicans signed guard Josh Hart to a four-year, $63 million contract extension. (Source: ESPN)
• The team also signed forward Naji Marshall to a four-year, $49 million contract extension. (Source: ESPN)

Injury Updates

• Zion Williamson, the team's star forward, is expected to miss the start of the season after undergoing surgery on his right foot. (Source: ESPN)
• Guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker is expected to miss several weeks after suffering a broken finger. (Source: NOLA.com)

Coaching Staff

• The Pelicans hired Willie Green as their new head coach, replacing Alvin Gentry. (Source: ESPN)
• The team also hired Jeff Bzdelik as their new associate head coach. (Source: ESPN)

Other News

• The Pelicans will host the 2024 NBA All-Star Game at the Smoothie King Center. (Source: ESPN)
• The team is expected to have a busy offseason, with several key players set to become free agents. (Source: NOLA.com)