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Locked On Pelicans podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the New Orleans Pelicans and the NBA. Hosted by Pelicans expert and insider Jake Madison, the Locked On Pelicans podcast provides your daily Pelicans fix with expert, local analysis, and coverage of all aspects of the Pelicans franchise. Locked On Pelicans takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Pe ...
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Kevin O’Connor and Chris Vernon discuss all the news, trends, and transactions happening in the NBA. They also offer their on-court analysis, and occasionally get into heated debates.
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Zion Williamson is playing his best basketball this season at the perfect time for the New Orleans Pelicans. Jake Madison breaks down why Zion is playing so well and notes something really interesting from the 3rd quarter in the Pels win over the Portland Trail Blazers. Plus, Brandon Ingram has been good defensively all season for the Pels and that…
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The states were about as big as it gets in New Orleans, and Zion Williamson and the Pelicans got a big win against the Los Angeles Clippers. Zion dominated the game for the Pels and Jake Madison explains why that, and this game, is a really big deal. Plus, Kawhi Leonard and Paul George were held in check by Herb Jones. And Trey Murphy closed the ga…
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Verno and KOC discuss Al Horford and Jaylen Brown’s performance in last night’s Celtics win over the Suns (01:48). Is Brown quietly becoming the new leader in Boston? Next, the guys dive into Tom Haberstroh and Ethan Strauss’s recent reporting about how officiating has changed and the lack of fouls being called in games (23:05). The guys speculate …
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Herb Jones has been arguably the most consistent player for the New Orleans Pelicans and could be the MVP of the team over Zion Williamson or Brandon Ingram. But could he win the NBA's Most Improved Player Award? Jake Madison gives you his thoughts. Plus, will Kawhi Leonard play tonight against the Pels for the Los Angeles Clippers? And does the Pe…
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The winning streak comes to an end for the New Orleans Pelicans as their biggest flaws were exposed in the loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Jake Madison explains why Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram were unable to lead the Pels to another victory. Plus, did Willie Green fail to make enough adjustments, and how big of a problem is the center posit…
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With the NBA playoffs getting closer are the Los Angeles Clippers or Minnesota Timberwolves the best matchup for the New Orleans Pelicans and Zion Williamson in the first round? Jake Madison looks at both matchups for the Pels and tells you who he thinks gives New Orleans the best advantage. Plus, how many more wins do the Pels need to get with a t…
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With just over a month left in the regular season, Verno and KOC discuss their levels of belief in all of the potential playoff teams in each conference. They start off in the East (02:45) before turning their attention to the West (37:51). Also, with KOC’s NBA Draft Guide launching and the March Madness tournament starting up, the guys dive into s…
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Homecourt advantage? Yes, Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans can finish with a Top 4 seed in the Western Conference playoff race. Jake Madison breaks down how many games Brandon Ingram and the Pels need to win and how they can get help from the Minnesota Timberwolves who are dealing with a Karl-Anthony Towns injury as well as the Los Ange…
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Zion Williamson is in shape and playing his best basketball of the season as the New Orleans Pelicans keep winning games. Jake Madison breaks down just how good Zion has been for the Pels and why his impact on the defensive side of the ball might be the most impressive. Plus, Trey Murphy III lights it up again from 3-point range, Brandon Ingram sho…
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Verno and KOC start with the highly anticipated matchup between the Nuggets and Celtics, which saw the Nuggets sweep the season series. They discussed what this matchup could look like in the Finals, how to guard Denver, and more. Then, they discuss some of the other close games from Thursday night, including Luka getting another 35-point triple-do…
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After their blowout win the other night the New Orleans Pelicans have the 4th best Net Rating in the league. Jake Madison explains why that is a really big deal and means the Pels could be title contenders. But can Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram actually take the Pelicans to the NBA Finals? And Zion will compete in the Dunk Contest if certain c…
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It was a historic night as Trey Murphy made 10 three-pointers and became the 7th player in NBA history with multiple double-digit 3-pointer games. Jake Madison breaks down how Zion Williamson created so much space for Trey and the rest of the New Orleans Pelicans. Plus, Herb Jones is about as automatic as it gets from deep right now but there is a …
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Verno and KOC discuss the Bucks’ impressive win over the Clippers, despite being without Giannis (01:42). Dame showed us he still has some of his Portland magic as the Clippers continue to slide. The Celtics are riding high after completely blowing out the Warriors over the weekend, extending their win streak to 11. The guys then preview the Celtic…
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In a playoff series who do you want to take the final shot in the clutch for the New Orleans Pelicans: Zion Williamson or Brandon Ingram? Jake Madison gives you his answer and it might surprise you. Plus, what's the most important data point the Pels could get this season? And is head coach Willie Green holding back on adjustments he could make? Jo…
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Brandon Ingram was basically unstoppable against the Indiana Pacers as the New Orleans Pelicans got a massive win. Jake Madison looks at how this aggressive version of Brandon Ingram can make the Pels a problem for opponents in the playoffs. Plus, Jake looks at how the Pels offense impacts their defense, and combined with Herb Jones, held Tyrese Ha…
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Verno and KOC break down what could be the next great NBA rivalry between the Spurs and Thunder with Chet Holmgren and Victor Wembanyama (01:50). They dive into how special these rookies are and why the future's so bright for both. With Andrew Wiggins away from the Warriors, Moses Moody slides into the starting lineup—the guys explain why this move…
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We're playing Would You Rather on today's show! Would you rather face Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets or go through the Play-In Tournament to face the Minnesota Timberwolves or the Oklahoma City Thunder. Jake Madison gives you his on opinion on what's best for the New Orleans Pelicans and Zion Williamson/Brandon Ingram. Plus, we have an update …
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It might have been frustrating and a win would have been better, but this is actually a good loss by the New Orleans Pelicans. Jake Madison explains why he was impressed with Brandon Ingram and Zion Williamson. Plus, it's even just a good thing that all of those guys actually played! Join the Locked On Pelicans Insiders: https://joinsubtext.com/loc…
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The New Orleans Pelicans got back to winning ways after a victory over the New York Knicks. While it was a struggle for Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram in the first half things eventually opened up when Trey Murphy broke out of his shooting slump. Jake Madison explains why Trey getting his groove back make the New Orleans Pelicans a problem for …
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Verno and KOC discuss the wild ending to the Knicks-Pistons game, as well as the weird state of the Nets franchise (01:19). Trae Young had surgery and is expected to miss four weeks, and the guys explain why the Hawks could use this time to evaluate their future (12:36). Also, they discuss how well Jaime Jaquez Jr. has performed this season, KOC’s …
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New Orleans Pelicans head coach Willie Green said Zion Williamson gets a bad whistle from the NBA refs. Jake Madison dives into both the stats and film to see if that is actually the case. And the conclusion isn't what you think. Yes, Zion should get more free throw attempts per game but he and the Pels are also to blame on why he isn't. Join the L…
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The New Orleans Pelicans got Brandon Ingram back on the court but it wasn't enough to get the win over the Chicago Bulls. Jake Madison breaks down how turnovers killed the Pels and stopped them from getting a needed win. Plus, we have all the fallout from the fight against the Miami Heat as Jose Alvarado and Naji Marshall are suspended. And does Zi…
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Verno and KOC are back from the All-Star break and they each name the three teams they are most interested in as teams gear up for the playoff push (08:48). Is this the best Mavs team that Luka Doncic has had? Are the Warriors starting to figure things out? Is Russell Westbrook going to hold the Clippers back from winning it all? The guys discuss a…
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The New Orleans Pelicans came out of the All-Star break looking sharp, and it certainly helps when Herb Jones has 7 steals in the win over the Houston Rockets. Jake Madison looks at Herb's big night as he might be the best defender in the NBA. Plus, the Pels went with Point Zion Williamson in this game and it led to 35 assists on 50 made shots. Jak…
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The season resumes tonight for the New Orleans Pelicans. Jake Madison looks at three big areas around the team. Health (particularly for Zion Williamson) is the biggest concern going forward. The biggest question remaining is can the starters play better together. And Herb Jones remains the most underrated aspect of the Pels. Join the Locked On Pel…
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The New Orleans Pelicans are 11 games over .500 with Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram healthy...yet this season feels somewhat strange. Is it because there might be a coaching problem for the Pels? Jake Madison looks at why this season feels a bit disappointing and how expectations play into that. Plus, if the Pelicans are winning does Willie Gre…
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It was a quiet All-Star Weekend for the New Orleans Pelicans as Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram did not participate. But rookie Jordan Hawkins played in the Rising Stars game. Jake Madison looks at how Hawkins played and what it could mean for the rookie going forward. Plus, he also looks at what CJ McCollum said about Zion Join the Locked On Pe…
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An NBA executive says he expects the New Orleans Pelicans to choose between Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram this offseason and trade one. Jake Madison examines if the Pels actually need to do that and why the anonymous executive thinks the Pels need to trade one of their star players. Plus, he looks at moves the Pelicans could make first like tr…
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Verno and KOC discuss the Grizzlies' upset win over the Bucks as well as Klay Thompson’s hot performance after getting benched (00:24). Next, they have a leaguewide check-in entering the All-Star break, starting off with all the noise surrounding the Warriors after it was reported that they looked into LeBron James's availability (25:05). They deba…
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The New Orleans Pelicans have 27 games left in the regular season. Jake Madison looks at the biggest questions left for the Pels to answer this season. Can Zion Williamson, Brandon Ingram and the rest of the starters work well together? Will Trey Murphy break out of his slump? And will there be coaching growth from Willie Green? Join the Locked On …
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The New Orleans Pelicans showed you exactly who they are in the closer than it should have been win over the Washington Wizards. Jake Madison breaks down how small ball with Zion Williamson at center was dominant but also how the starters gave up another 20 point lead. Plus, how badly does this team need the All-Star Break? Join the Locked On Pelic…
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The New Orleans Pelicans are almost at the All-Star Break so let's take a moment and take stock of where the Pels are at. Jake Madison thinks this team is good with some obvious areas to improve upon. And how do they get the starters to work around Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram? Plus, how will the rest of the regular season impact the offseaso…
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Verno and KOC begin the show by talking about the games they attended last night, starting with the Timberwolves' victory over the Clippers. Then they discuss the Pelicans' win over the Grizzlies (12:31). Next they talk about what kind of statement the Bucks made with their win over the Nuggets (18:40). After that, they talk about a few other notab…
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The New Orleans Pelicans struggled to get a win over the lowly Memphis Grizzlies but still walked out with a W. Jake Madison explains why Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram struggled in the 4th quarter as the Pelicans put up just 10 points. Plus, Jose Alvarado saved the day again with his energy off the bench, and we have an injury update for Dyson…
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The New Orleans Pelicans lost to the Los Angeles Lakers but beat the Portland Trail Blazers and in both games two problem were obvious for the Pels. Jake Madison breaks down the lack of energy and how the Pels don't like physicality. Plus, let's all appreciate Herb Jones Join the Locked On Pelicans Insiders: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonpelicans…
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The trade deadline has come and gone and the New Orleans Pelicans didn't make a trade. Was it the right decision? The wrong move? Jake Madison helps to make sense of it all and what it means going forward for the Pels. Plus, Jake says there will be other roster moves around Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram this season. Join the Locked On Pelicans…
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Verno and KOC discuss a mediocre NBA trade deadline that saw no real impactful moves made. They go through the winners of the deadline, including the Knicks and Mavericks, as well as their disappointment with the Lakers and Warriors for not making any moves (08:40). Next, they discuss what kind of impact Gordon Hayward will have with the Thunder, a…
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Behind a strong performance from Zion Williamson in the 4th quarter the New Orleans Pelicans beat the best team in the Western Confernce. Jake Madison breaks down how Zion close out the Los Angeles Clippers. Plus, he looks at the strong defense from the Pels. And there are even more trade rumors! The Pels talked with the Atlanta Hawks about Dejount…
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The NBA Trade Deadline is just a day away and we have new trade rumors swriling around the New Orleans Pelicans. Do the Pels still want to trade away Jonas Valanciunas? Are Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram safe in New Orleans? Jake Madison makes sense of the latest news. Join the Locked On Pelicans Insiders: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonpelica…
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Verno and KOC go through KOC’s recent article (found here) and discuss the 76ers' next move after Joel Embiid’s injury, whether the Hawks should consider trading Trae Young instead of Dejounte Murray, LeBron’s pressure on the Lakers, and so much more (02:02). With the trade deadline this week, the guys discuss some of the names that are rumored to …
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Brandon Ingram might have just played his best game as a member of the New Orleans Pelicans as he put up 41 points in 3 quarters with zero turnovers. Jake Madison breaks down what made Ingram so unstoppable and how it helped fuel the Pels defense in a dominant victory over the Toronto Raptors. Plus, how did Zion Williamson and CJ McCollum play in t…
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The New Orleans Pelicans escaped with a narrow win over Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs thanks to Zion Williamson. Jake Madison explains that it's time for the Pels to go back to Point Zion and that might help them improve the starting lineup. Plus, what's the latest trade rumors for the New Orleans Pelicans? Join the Locked On Pelicans…
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Verno and KOC discuss the selection of the All-Star reserves, starting in the East with the Knicks’ Jalen Brunson, before moving on to discuss Joel Embiid’s injury and what it means for the 76ers (01:25). The guys discuss the snubs in the West and debate what changes can be made to accommodate the most worthy players (28:23). Also, the clock is tic…
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It's time to grade some (fake) trades for the New Orleans Pelicans! Jake Madison looks at your trade ideas and gives them a letter grade. Could the Pels actually land LeBron James from the Los Angeles Lakers? What about stealing Jalen Durren from the Detroit Pistons? And is there anyway to make a Jarrett Allen for Jonas Valanciunas swap? Also, some…
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The New Orleans Pelicans got back to winning ways thanks to Jonas Valanciunas carrying the team to a win over the Houston Rockets. Jake Madison breaks down how Willie Green changed things up for the Pels to get the victory. Plus, does this win show the Pels shouldn't trade away Valanciunas. And how did Brandon Ingram and CJ McCollum play? And does …
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The month of January hasn't been kind to the Pelicans. David Grubb welcomes NBA Writer Damian Adams as they discuss the Pels' latest losing streak, Zion and BI vs Zion or BI, and trade possibilities as New Orleans faces a critical juncture of the season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.…
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It's just over a week until the NBA trade deadline and if the New Orleans Pelicans want to become a contender then they should trade for Mikal Bridges. Jake Madison explains why Bridges is the perfect player to pair with Zion Williamson. But what would a trade look like and do the Pels need to send out Brandon Ingram? Plus, could Corey Kispert, Jor…
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Verno and KOC discuss Doc Rivers’s debut coaching the Bucks, explain why Paolo Banchero will eventually be a top-five player in the league, as well as the Timberwolves' impressive win over the Thunder (03:24). As the Heat losing streak hits seven, the guys debate whether another move is inevitable, and discuss what Julius Randle’s injury means for …
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The New Orleans Pelicans blew another lead in the 4th quarter as they lost to the Boston Celtics. Jake Madison explains why that overshadows the improved play from Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram. So exactly how did it happen? Jake says it's defensive lineups from head coach Willie Green and an overall lack of experience from the Pels. Join the …
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Two blowout losses have led to big questions around the New Orleans Pelicans including can Brandon Ingram and Zion Williamson coexist? Jake Madison gives you his take on what is happening with the players offensively, and how the coaching staff can make some changes and get the Pels winning again. Join the Locked On Pelicans Insiders: https://joins…
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