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Zion Williamson, Jamahl Mosley get real about Pelicans’ ‘wave’ of recent success

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The New Orleans Pelicans were searching for answers after four straight close losses to open the season, but it seems like they found the right recipe before the holidays start. A three-game winning streak has given Zion Williamson something to smile about, Jamahl Mosley a clearer picture of what this roster can do, and opposing […] The post Zion Williamson, Jamahl Mosley get real about Pelicans’ ‘wave’ of recent success appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Pelicans must wait out awkward Herb Jones situation as trade vultures hover

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Traditional stat sheets were not built to capture gaps filled, box-outs that set up a teammate’s rebound, or hockey assists that ignite an offense, but the scouts in attendance tracked it all from Herb Jones. Essentially, it took one game to remind the NBA world why EVP Joe Dumars is waiting out the trade market. […] The post Why Pelicans must wait out awkward Herb Jones situation as trade vultures hover appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jamahl Mosley under fire for lack of ‘ultimate pro’ Herb Jones vs. Pacers

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Well, there went the honeymoon period. Jamahl Mosley’s New Orleans Pelicans are already under fire after losing to Tyrese Haliburton’s Indiana Pacers on NBA Opening Night. A wave of criticism swept social media over his rotations, particularly the decision to leave Herb Jones off the court in the closing minutes. As the game slipped away, […] The post Jamahl Mosley under fire for lack of ‘ultimate pro’ Herb Jones vs. Pacers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Yves Missi passes Jamahl Mosley’s first big starting lineup test vs. Pacers

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The scrappy New Orleans Pelicans dropped their season opener to Tyrese Haliburton’s Indiana Pacers, but Yves Missi provided a major silver lining in Jamahl Mosley’s official debut. Posting 13 points, 14 rebounds, five assists, three blocks, and two steals against Ivica Zubac was impressive, but more importantly, it looked naturally easy for someone who started […] The post Yves Missi passes Jamahl Mosley’s first big starting lineup test vs. Pacers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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How Zion Williamson, Trey Murphy will find ‘beauty’ in failure vs. Tyrese Haliburton’s Pacers

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The New Orleans Pelicans have been searching for ways to make Zion Williamson more dangerous beyond the paint. One game into the Jamahl Mosley era, that work is already producing results. Unfortunately, Williamson and Trey Murphy III were more effective from beyond the arc than inside it during an NBA Opening Night loss to Tyrese […] The post How Zion Williamson, Trey Murphy will find ‘beauty’ in failure vs. Tyrese Haliburton’s Pacers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jeremiah Fears struggles in season opener, but Dejounte Murray knows level-up secret

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A starting lineup spot is both a badge of honor and an invitation for opposing scouting reports to tear your game apart. Jeremiah Fears felt the full weight of that shift in a season-opening loss to Tyrese Haliburton’s Indiana Pacers. However, Dejounte Murray keeps stepping in to ensure the young guard’s confidence stays intact as […] The post Jeremiah Fears struggles in season opener, but Dejounte Murray knows level-up secret appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jalen Suggs sends out heartfelt apology to Magic fans

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The Orlando Magic’s 2025-26 season ended in disappointing fashion as they choked away a 3-1 lead in their opening round playoff series against the Detroit Pistons. It marked the third consecutive season that the Magic were eliminated in the opening round, and Jalen Suggs made sure to apologize to the fans during Media Day on […] The post Jalen Suggs sends out heartfelt apology to Magic fans appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Pelicans have clear stance on Zion Williamson after Jamahl Mosley hire

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The New Orleans Pelicans are beginning a new era with former Orlando Magic coach Jamahl Mosley named as the new head coach. Mosley just brought the Magic to another playoff trip before he was fired after a first-round exit, and now he has work to do in New Orleans. One order of business is regarding … The post Pelicans have clear stance on Zion Williamson after Jamahl Mosley hire appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Pelicans rumors: NOLA seeking to trade into 1st round of NBA Draft

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The New Orleans Pelicans will have some new energy around their organization next season after hiring Jamahl Mosley as their head coach. Before the season gets here, the Pelicans will have the chance to make some moves and improve their roster, starting with the draft. Unfortunately, the Pelicans don’t have a first-round pick after trading […] The post Pelicans rumors: NOLA seeking to trade into 1st round of NBA Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Pelicans add former Mavericks, Magic assistant God Shammgod to Jamahl Mosley’s coaching staff

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The New Orleans Pelicans have added veteran NBA assistant coach God Shammgod to head coach Jamahl Mosley’s staff, according to HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto. Scotto reported Saturday on X, formerly known as Twitter, that Shammgod agreed to join the Pelicans as a front-of-the-bench assistant coach. “God Shammgod has agreed to join the New Orleans Pelicans as […] The post Pelicans add former Mavericks, Magic assistant God Shammgod to Jamahl Mosley’s coaching staff appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jamahl Mosley has landed a new head coach job

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Jamahl Mosley was not unemployed for long after being let go by the Orlando Magic. Mosley has agreed to a five-year contract to coach the New Orleans Pelicans. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that the Pelicans see themselves as being at a similar point in development to where the Magic were when they hired Mosley, and … The post Jamahl Mosley has landed a new head coach job appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Rajon Rondo among 4 finalists for Pelicans head coaching job, with 1 wild card still out there

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The New Orleans Pelicans are closing in on their next head coach. After firing Willie Green and spending most of the season with James Borrego as interim head coach, the Pelicans have narrowed their coaching search down to four finalists, according to the Athletic’s Sam Amick. Milwaukee Bucks assistant Darvin Ham, Brooklyn Nets assistant Steve […] The post Rajon Rondo among 4 finalists for Pelicans head coaching job, with 1 wild card still out there appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Magic rumors: Will Billy Donovan’s infamous 180 on job in 2007 hurt his chances now?

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The inevitable finally happened on Monday, as the Orlando Magic fired Jamahl Mosley as coach following their first-round exit in the playoffs. The Magic blew a 3-1 lead to the Detroit Pistons, which probably felt like adding insult to injury for Mosley. Following Mosley’s firing, Billy Donovan’s name has popped up again. There were already […] The post Magic rumors: Will Billy Donovan’s infamous 180 on job in 2007 hurt his chances now? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Tracy McGrady did not hold back on Magic after 3-1 chokejob

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History repeated itself in an unfortunate way for the Orlando Magic in their opening round NBA playoff series against the Detroit Pistons. Just like they did in 2003, the Magic took a three-games-to-one series lead over the Pistons, only to see Detroit rebound and win three straight games to take the series. The decisive game […] The post Tracy McGrady did not hold back on Magic after 3-1 chokejob appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Chicago Bulls Named Top Potential Landing Spot for Recently Fired Head Coach

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Jamahl Mosley is looking for a new gig after he was fired by the Orlando Magic after three straight first-round losses.The Chicago Bulls are one of the few teams in the league actively looking for a new head coach, so they make sense as a destination for Mosley.Chicago Bulls Named Top Landing Spot For Jamahl […] The post Chicago Bulls Named Top Potential Landing Spot for Recently Fired Head Coach appeared first on HEAVY.

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Tom Thibodeau is being linked to 1 NBA head coaching job

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Tom Thibodeau may soon be dropping down from the rafters again. The former NBA Coach of the Year Thibodeau is being mentioned in connection with the Orlando Magic head coaching job. Steve Popper of Newsday reported on Monday that Thibodeau is a possible replacement for ex-Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley. Orlando made the decision earlier … The post Tom Thibodeau is being linked to 1 NBA head coaching job appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Pistons’ J.B. Bickerstaff gets brutally honest about Magic’s Jamahl Mosley firing

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As Detroit Pistons head coach J.B. Bickerstaff was awarded a contract extension after coming back down from a 3-1 series deficit to the Orlando Magic in the first round of the NBA Playoffs, Jamahl Mosley would get unfortunate news. After the Pistons pulled off a comeback stun from 3-1, the Magic made the decision to […] The post Pistons’ J.B. Bickerstaff gets brutally honest about Magic’s Jamahl Mosley firing appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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J.B. Bickerstaff gets new contract after Pistons overcome 3-1 deficit

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The Detroit Pistons somehow overcame a 3-1 deficit to defeat the Orlando Magic and advance to the semifinals in the Eastern Conference playoff picture. Next up is a series against the Cleveland Cavaliers, and one day before Game 1, the Pistons gave head coach J.B. Bickerstaff a new contract extension. The team announced the news … The post J.B. Bickerstaff gets new contract after Pistons overcome 3-1 deficit appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Jamahl Mosley Issues Statement After Being Fired by Magic

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Former Orlando Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley has issued a statement after he was fired by the team on Monday. The team fired their head coach after the Magic lost 4-3 in the first round to the Detroit Pistons after blowing a 3-1 series lead, including a 22-point lead in Game 6, where the team […] The post Jamahl Mosley Issues Statement After Being Fired by Magic appeared first on HEAVY.

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Paolo Banchero Gets Real About Orlando Magic’s Ceiling After Another First-Round Elimination

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Paolo Banchero expressed frustration during the post-game press conference after facing an early playoff exit for the third consecutive year, stating the team is not good enough for the Eastern Conference Finals or NBA Finals

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