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Jalon Moore - Signs with New Orleans Moore signed a contract with the Pelicans on Saturday.

Impact While the details of the deal have not been disclosed, it's safe to assume this is a training camp deal. Moore missed all of last season after rupturing his right Achilles during a pre-draft workout. However, he returned to action during the 2026 Las Vegas Summer League, averaging 6.0 points and 4.0 rebounds in 19.3 minutes over three games for the Pelicans. He'll likely spend most of the 2026-27 season in the G League.

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Jamahl Mosley must reward Jordan Poole's strong preseason with a starting spot After a strong start through two preseason games, Jordan Poole has made his case to start the Pelicans' third preseason game very strong.

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Zion Williamson Trade? Kalshi Weighs in on His Future With Pelicans The NBA preseason is underway and the trade rumors are already beginning to heat up. One name in particular on Kalshi’s NBA trade market is...

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Pelicans' preseason has proved Derik Queen doesn't fit their win-now timeline Derik Queen needs time to become a contributor to winning basketball, and playing him is not allowing the Pelicans to reach their ceiling.

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Heat got close look at trade target ideas in preseason Pelicans game The Miami Heat just squared off against the New Orleans Pelicans, who have some potential trade targets on the roster.

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Grading Every Pelicans Player After Preseason Loss vs. Heat The New Orleans Pelicans got solid contributions from a lot of players against Miami. What they didn't get was enough from the two players e...

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Calling the Cavaliers losers of the James Harden-Darius Garland trade makes no sense The Los Angeles Clippers have not earned being called winners of their trade deadline deal with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Not by a long shot.

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Jordan Poole - Efficient off bench Poole finished with 14 points (4-5 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), one rebound and two assists in 13 minutes during Thursday's 128-118 preseason loss to Miami.

Impact Poole delivered an efficient offensive performance, leading New Orleans in scoring despite playing just 13 minutes. The veteran guard connected on three of his four attempts from beyond the arc and should continue providing the Pelicans with perimeter scoring. His fantasy value will depend on his role within a backcourt that also features Dejounte Murray (rest) and Jeremiah Fears.

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Zion Williamson - Quiet in exhibition loss Williamson recorded eight points (3-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound, one assist and one steal in 16 minutes during Thursday's 128-118 preseason loss to Miami.

Impact Williamson struggled to find his offensive rhythm, connecting on just three of his nine field-goal attempts while making minimal contributions elsewhere. The 26-year-old forward saw a limited workload in the exhibition contest, so his modest production isn't particularly concerning. Williamson remains a focal point of New Orleans' offense heading into the 2026-27 regular season, though his availability and durability will continue to be important considerations for fantasy managers.

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Karlo Matkovic - Productive off bench Matkovic finished with nine points (4-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt) and three rebounds in 12 minutes during Thursday's 128-118 preseason loss to Miami.

Impact Matkovic was productive offensively in limited playing time, converting four of his seven field-goal attempts while adding a three-pointer. The big man faces competition for frontcourt minutes from Yves Missi and Derik Queen, leaving his regular-season role uncertain despite the encouraging preseason showing.

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Jeremiah Fears - Scores 11 in starting role Fears recorded 11 points (4-8 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), two rebounds and two assists in 19 minutes during Thursday's 128-118 preseason loss to Miami.

Impact Fears drew the start at point guard and delivered an efficient scoring performance, although he committed three turnovers. The second-year guard showed encouraging perimeter shooting and should remain in the mix for backcourt minutes, but competition from Dejounte Murray (rest) and Jordan Poole could limit his opportunities once the regular season begins.

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Saddiq Bey - Scores 12 in preseason loss Bey finished with 12 points (3-7 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT) and five rebounds in 17 minutes during Thursday's 128-118 preseason loss to Miami.

Impact Bey provided a solid scoring contribution in limited action, connecting on two triples while converting all four of his free-throw attempts. The veteran forward will look to establish a consistent offensive role in New Orleans' crowded rotation, though his fantasy value will likely depend on his playing time and perimeter production.

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Yves Missi - Nears double-double in preseason loss Missi amassed 11 points (4-6 FG, 3-5 FT) and nine rebounds across 19 minutes in Thursday's 128-118 preseason loss to Miami.

Impact Missi turned in an efficient performance from the field and was one of six Pelicans players to score in double figures. He also tied for the game-high mark in rebounds. The big man is in line to open the regular season as New Orleans' starting center but may have to compete for additional playing time with the likes of Derik Queen and Karlo Matkovic.

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Bennedict Mathurin - Starting Thursday's exhibition Mathurin is listed in the starting lineup for Thursday's preseason game against Miami.

Impact Mathurin impressed during the preseason opener, finishing with 13 points in just 17 minutes of action off the bench. He'll have a chance to show what he can do with the first unit Thursday while Dejounte Murray (toe) sits and Herbert Jones rotates to the bench.

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Jeremiah Fears - Gets starting nod Thursday Fears is in the starting lineup for Thursday's preseason game against the Heat.

Impact Fears is getting the nod at point guard as the Pelicans are changing their lineup again for this preseason contest. The former Oklahoma star is coming off a rookie season in which he averaged 14.3 points, 3.7 rebounds and 3.4 assists per game across 82 regular-season appearances in 2025-26.

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Herbert Jones - Not starting Thursday Jones won't start Thursday's preseason game against the Heat.

Impact Jones got the starting nod in the Pelicans' preseason-opening win over the Thunder on Tuesday, though he'll slide to the second unit Thursday. Bennedict Mathurin will enter the first unit in Jones' place.

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Dejounte Murray - Ruled out Thursday Murray (toe) has been ruled out for Thursday's preseason game against the Heat, Andrew Lopez of Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network reports.

Impact Murray is dealing with a right toe contusion, though head coach Jamahl Mosley said his absence Thursday is precautionary. The veteran point guard's next chance to play in the preseason will come Wednesday against Dallas.

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One Player to Watch in Tonight's Heat Game The Miami Heat will continue their preseason tonight when they face off against the New Orleans Pelicans at 7:30pm Eastern. This will be the...

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Celtics' roster still has one glaring hole, but it's no cause for concern Losing Jaylen Brown leaves the Boston Celtics without a primary free-throw generator, but elite ball movement and depth ensure the offense w...

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Pelicans' New Regime Is Facing Too-Familiar Concerns Early On The New Orleans Pelicans opened a new ear with a starting lineup that raised an old question: How well do these players actually fit togethe...

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