In Thursday’s road matchup versus Zion Williamson and the Pelicans, Alperen Sengun helped the Rockets turn around an early 11-point deficit.
Brandon Boston Jr. has earned this for himself after emerging as a rotation piece for the Pelicans this season.
The San Antonio Spurs have stayed in New Orleans to take on the Pelicans in a rematch of their game from Sunday night. The Spurs will be looking to correct thei
Still just 24 years old, the Pelicans’ Zion Williamson remains an enigma due to his health and availability, writes Mark Medina.
The Pelicans have some major decisions ahead, but none more important than what they do with their first-round pick, which could be their first top-five selection since taking Zion Williamson with the No. 1 pick in the 2019 NBA Draft.
The New Orleans Pelicans made a roster move on Tuesday after converting Brandon Boston Jr. from a two-way contract to a standard one. ESPN's Shams Charania was the first to report the deal. New Orleans had an available roster spot open after releasing forward Javonte Green last week.
Williamson's excellent play helps, but he is going to have to set the tone off the court for the Pelicans to move forward.
Houston will aim to break its eight-game road slide when the Rockets face New Orleans. The teams match up Thursday for the first time this season.
Los Angeles takes on New Orleans aiming to prolong its six-game win streak. The teams match up Tuesday for the first time this season.