Locked On Pelicans

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 offseason for New Orleans?Join the Locked On Pelicans Insiders: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonpelicansFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

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 Daniels.Join the Locked On Pelicans Insiders: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonpelicansFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

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 JonesJoin the Locked On Pelicans Insiders: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonpelicansFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

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 Insiders: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonpelicansFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

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 Dejounte Murray?? Jake makes sense of the latest batch of rumors.Join the Locked On Pelicans Insiders: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonpelicansFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

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/lockedonpelicansFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

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 the win?Join the Locked On Pelicans Insiders: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonpelicansFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

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 Insiders: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonpelicansFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

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 of y'all are crazy with your trade ideas.Join the Locked On Pelicans Insiders: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonpelicansFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

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 the NBA have an officiating problem?Join the Locked On Pelicans Insiders: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonpelicansFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

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, Jordan Clarkson, or Malcolm Brogdon make sense for the Pelicans?Join the Locked On Pelicans Insiders: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonpelicansFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

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 Locked On Pelicans Insiders: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonpelicansFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

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://joinsubtext.com/lockedonpelicansFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

The New Orleans Pelicans have been good but are they a great team? Will Guillory of The Athletic joins Jake Madison to try and figure out what the Pels ceiling is. Plus, does Will see a move out that that puts the Pelicans in the NBA Finals? And does CJ McCollum have a chance at an All-Star spot?Join the Locked On Pelicans Insiders: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonpelicansFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

The NBA trade deadline is two weeks away but it should effectively be over right now for the New Orleans Pelicans. Jake Madison explains why the Pels should stick with what they have in Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram rather than looking to change up their roster.Join the Locked On Pelicans Insiders: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonpelicansFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

It was a record breaking night for the New Orleans Pelicans as the scored the most points in franchise history in their win over the Utah Jazz. Jake Madison breaks down how CJ McCollum has changed his game to help the Pels hit new heights. Plus, Zion Williamson set a career high with 11 assists, Herb Jones had a few incredible plays, and Willie Green made a big time adjustment in the 2nd half.Join the Locked On Pelicans Insiders: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonpelicansFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

The New Orleans Pelicans are looking to upgrade their roster to build around Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram. We know of their interest in Jarrett Allen from the Cleveland Cavaliers but Jake Madison gives you a number of under the radar trade targets for the Pels. Does Andre Drummond move the needle? Is Clint Capela the center of the future? What about cheap options like James Wiseman or JaVale McGee?Join the Locked On Pelicans Insiders: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonpelicansFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

With the NBA trade deadline rapidly approaching is it really a surprise that Herb Jones could be traded by the New Orleans Pelicans? Jake Madison explains why Herb Jones has NBA trade rumors circling around him. Plus, Jake breaks down what happened in the loss to the Phoenix Suns as Devin Booker went off. And, what are the expectations for the Pels at the trade deadline?Join the Locked On Pelicans Insiders: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonpelicansFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Jordan Hawkins has been a fixture in the rotation for the New Orleans recently but Jose Alvarado has been left out. Jake Madison looks at why Hawkins is getting more minutes and what it means for Alvarado. Plus, is there a target number of 3-point attempts the Pels need to take?Join the Locked On Pelicans Insiders: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonpelicansFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Brandon Ingram put up his third career triple-double and the New Orleans Pelicans set a franchise record for 3-pointers made in their win over the Charlotte Hornets. Jake Madison breaks down why the 3-point shooting is so important for Ingram and the Pels. Plus, Kira Lewis Jr was traded as part of the Pascal Siakam deal between the Indiana Pacers and Toronto Raptors. Jake explains why the Pels made this move now and what it means for them in the leadup to the NBA Trade Deadline.Join the Locked On Pelicans Insiders: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonpelicansFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…