Explore every episode of the podcast NewOrleans.Basketball - A New Orleans Pelicans Podcast
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| Joe Dumars introduced as Pelicans VP of Basketball Operations | 23 Apr 2025 | 00:39:17 | |
🏀 Joe Dumars Joins Pelicans: Culture Shift or PR Move? | Full Breakdown & Reaction 🟣 | |||
| David Griffin Fired. What's changes are next for the Pelicans? | 15 Apr 2025 | 01:10:34 | |
🚨 After 6 seasons, David Griffin has been fired as President of Basketball Operations. We dive deep into: | |||
| Pelicans trade Brandon Ingram | 06 Feb 2025 | 00:41:46 | |
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the Brandon Ingram trade to the Toronto Raptors and what that means for the Pelicans moving forward. | |||
| Continuity could pay off for Pelicans | 16 May 2023 | 00:52:33 | |
Garrick & Raphael Rattler break down what takeaways the Pelicans can look to model from the playoffs so far, how the Pelicans will address Herb Jones this summer, and if continuity may be the new era in the NBA. | |||
| Pelicans need more pace | 09 May 2023 | 00:59:26 | |
Garrick & Raphael Rattler break down what changes the Pelicans need to make as a team strategy going into next season. | |||
| The next step for the Pelicans | 02 May 2023 | 01:03:29 | |
Garrick & Raphael Rattler the next step for some key players, coaches, and the New Orleans Pelicans organization. | |||
| Will the Pelicans think big in free agency? | 25 Apr 2023 | 01:01:58 | |
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the needs for the Pelicans heading into the off-season. | |||
| Pelicans Season Wrap-Up | 18 Apr 2023 | 01:04:03 | |
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the Pelicans roller coaster of season and look ahead to what's next. | |||
| Pelicans vs Thunder Play - In Preview | 11 Apr 2023 | 00:58:35 | |
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the end of the regular season and preview the home play-in matchup vs the Thunder. | |||
| Is the Pelicans season coming full circle? | 04 Apr 2023 | 01:04:32 | |
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss how the Pelicans are one of the hottest teams in the NBA entering the final week of the regular season and how things may be coming full circle for the team after a roller coaster of a year. | |||
| Pelicans hitting their stride at the right time | 28 Mar 2023 | 00:57:21 | |
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss how the Pelicans seem to be finding themselves right at the perfect time. | |||
| Now or Never for the Pelicans | 14 Mar 2023 | 01:04:07 | |
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss the Pelicans identity, the recent adjustments from Willie Green, and the critical week ahead for the Pelicans that could make or break their playoff chances. | |||
| Pelicans going through growing pains | 07 Mar 2023 | 01:03:21 | |
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss bad stretch the Pelicans are currently suffering through and if there is a way to turn things around before it is too late | |||
| Pelicans struggles return, but Zion Williamson continues to impress | 29 Jan 2025 | 00:52:19 | |
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the tough 0-3 week from the Pelicans, Zion's resurgence, early game struggles, and what the Pelicans will do with at the quickly approaching NBA trade deadline. | |||
| Pelicans Defense the key going forward | 23 Feb 2023 | 01:10:50 | |
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss Potential Round 1 matchups you love/hate for the Pelicans, what adjustments to expect after the break, and how the Pelicans can get going offensively w/o Zion. | |||
| Pelicans in familiar territory | 14 Feb 2023 | 01:03:00 | |
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss the wild trade deadline, the new look Western conference, and how the Pelicans have to shift their mindset after the Zion injury news. | |||
| Pelicans stop the slide | 07 Feb 2023 | 01:05:22 | |
Garrick and Raphael Rattler discuss the trade deadline, Kira Lewis’s return to the rotation, and if the Pels are in line to make a run similar to last season after the All Star Break. | |||
| How do Pelicans get back on track? | 31 Jan 2023 | 01:08:18 | |
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss what the Pelicans need to stop the bleeding in the loss column, the lack of rim protection, and take a look at the Western conference standings. | |||
| Pelicans Struggle without Stars | 24 Jan 2023 | 01:14:51 | |
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss trade rumors linked to the Pelicans, how the Defense has taken a step back, and how the team can benefit long term from going through this adversity. | |||
| Can the Pels stay in the top Tier in the West? | 17 Jan 2023 | 01:07:16 | |
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss the case for CJ McCollums first all star appearance, front court talk, the rise of Naji Marshall, and a whole lot more. | |||
| Pelicans Depth Tested Again | 10 Jan 2023 | 01:07:24 | |
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss the recent stretch of 10 for the Pelicans, halfway reflections, the silver lining from all these injuries, and the biggest concern heading into the back half of the season. | |||
| New Year, New Pelicans | 03 Jan 2023 | 01:06:11 | |
Garrick and Raphael Rattler discuss some key differences in this year’s Pelicans vs the Pels historically, Brandon Ingram’s return, and what other team records the Pelicans might break this season. | |||
| The Pelicans Bench continues to shine | 28 Dec 2022 | 01:02:24 | |
On tonight’s 100th episode show Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss the Pelicans shooting more catch and shoot 3s, Willie Green’s 1st world problems, and Kira Lewis getting back up to speed. | |||
| Defense & Rebounding dip as Pelicans drop 3 straight on the road | 20 Dec 2022 | 01:06:48 | |
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss the Pels offensive rebounding problem/the curious case of Jaxson Hayes, Zion’s uptick in jumpshots, the reemergence of CJ McCollum and so much more. | |||
| Are these the real Pelicans? | 22 Jan 2025 | 00:51:02 | |
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the Pelicans recent 4 game win streak. How much of it is the opponent and how much have the Pelicans found their rhythm? With the trade deadline quickly approaching, what do the Pelicans need to add to their roster? All that and more on this episode of NewOrleans.Basketball. | |||
| Are the Pelicans the best team in the West? | 13 Dec 2022 | 01:09:20 | |
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss if the Pelicans are the best team in the Western Conference, if they might be looking to make a splash of any kind before the trade deadline, and early season team awards. | |||
| Pelicans are hitting their stride. Can Zion win MVP? | 06 Dec 2022 | 01:04:01 | |
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss if Zion Williamson can creep into the MVP race, how the team dynamic may be different when BI gets back, the Zion/JV chemistry, and much more. | |||
| Pelicans have a top 10 Defense. Is it sustainable? | 29 Nov 2022 | 01:04:53 | |
On tonight’s show we discuss if the Pelicans injuries are becoming a concern, what to look for from Zion if BI misses time, and how the Pelicans have maintained a top 10 defense most of the season. | |||
| Pelicans continue to tread water | 22 Nov 2022 | 01:00:01 | |
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss the important part of the Pelicans shooting more 3s, what Dyson Daniels brings to the rotation, and how the Pels lack of rim protection may be a cause for concern. | |||
| The return of point Zion. | 15 Nov 2022 | 01:04:56 | |
The Rattler Brothers discuss the return of Point Zion, thoughts on CJ McCollum struggles, and how Trey Murphy is on pace to join an elite company. | |||
| The Good & Bad from the Pelicans 5-5 start | 09 Nov 2022 | 01:03:29 | |
Pelicans go 5-5 in their first 10. Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss Willie Green’s adjustments & rotation management so far, Zion’s uneven start to the season, and why the Pels have been so bad at closing games to start the year. | |||
| Are the New Orleans Pelicans the deepest team in the NBA? | 01 Nov 2022 | 01:13:38 | |
The Pelicans lose Brandon Ingram to a concussion for the week, but still manage to improve to 4-2. Garrick & Raphael Rattler break down what has lead to this promising start including the depth of the young Pelicans bench. | |||
| Pelicans Start Season 2-1 | 24 Oct 2022 | 01:02:53 | |
The Pelicans wrap up opening week with a tough loss to the Utah Jazz. Garrick and Raphael Rattler break down opening week, injuries to the teams 2 stars, and preview the upcoming week with major heavy weights in the Western Conference. | |||
| Can the Pelicans start fast? | 18 Oct 2022 | 01:04:37 | |
The Pelicans open the regular season versus a mysterious but dangerous Brooklyn Nets. Garrick and Raphael Rattler break down how the Pelicans can reverse the trend and get off to a fast start of the season. | |||
| Pelicans Week 1 Preseason Recap | 11 Oct 2022 | 01:05:41 | |
The Pelicans go 3-0 to open their 2022 preseason. Garrick and Raphael Rattler break down the impact of Jaxson Hayes’ injury, what we’ve seen so far from Zion, the 2nd line, & what hasn’t been seen heading into the regular season. | |||
| Silver Lining for the Pelicans | 14 Jan 2025 | 00:54:24 | |
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the Pelicans through the halfway point of the season, talk to the silver lining of this season, Dejounte Murray's resurgence, and the Zion Williamson saga. All this and more on this episode of NewOrleans.Basketball. | |||
| Pelicans Preseason Preview | 04 Oct 2022 | 00:58:51 | |
Garrick & Raphael Rattler discuss Zion Williamson’s defense, the starting lineup’s chemistry, and some other things to watch for as the Pelicans new core takes the floor for the first time this season. | |||
| Pelicans ready for Competitive Training Camp | 27 Sep 2022 | 01:14:21 | |
The New Orleans Pelicans players, coaches, and brass held media day today to open the 2022 NBA season. Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the highlights as well as the 2 year $64M contract extension for CJ McCollum. | |||
| Can Willie Green be one of the elites? | 20 Sep 2022 | 01:00:25 | |
Willie Green helped change the narrative about the New Orleans Pelicans franchise in less than 365 days, but what does he have in store for his 2nd season as the Head Coach of the Pelicans? Garrick and Raphael break down the rare coaching company that Willie is in and if he could be in line to do something that has never been done before in NBA history. | |||
| Grading the Pelicans Off-Season. Are they done? | 13 Sep 2022 | 01:03:14 | |
The Pelicans have had the quietest free agency/off-season by signing no one and trading no one. Will internal growth be enough? Are the Pelicans done making moves? Garrick & Raphael Rattler break down the off-season and where the Pels could go next. | |||
| How Good is Brandon Ingram? | 06 Sep 2022 | 01:00:14 | |
Brandon Ingram opened eyes last season with the way he carried the team to it’s first playoff birth in five years & how he performed in his playoff debut. But there are still some that doubt his impact on winning. Garrick and Raphael Rattler discuss how BI compares to other stars around the league and where he ranks amongst them. | |||
| Pelicans vs History | 30 Aug 2022 | 00:56:54 | |
In order for the Pelicans to live up to the hype surrounding the team going into this season, they will have to accomplish some things that haven’t been done in recent franchise history. Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown a few topics that will determine how successful the Pels are next season. | |||
| How do the Pelicans matchup vs the West | 16 Aug 2022 | 01:22:04 | |
The Pelicans chose consistency in their off-season approach, but will it be enough in a talented Western Conference for the team to reach the next level? Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown how the Pels stack up versus all the teams in the West heading into training camp. | |||
| Who do the Pelicans need to step up the most? | 04 Aug 2022 | 01:10:51 | |
The Pelicans have a very young talented roster with lots of promise. Garrick & Raphael Rattler rank the importance of certain individuals to the Pels success next season. | |||
| How do the Pelicans get better? | 28 Jul 2022 | 00:57:46 | |
The Pelicans have had a quiet off-season so far with their biggest roster change being drafting Dyson Daniels at #8 in the 2022 NBA draft. Will that be enough to vault them into a top 6 team in the tough projected Western Conference? Garrick & Raphael Rattler break down how the Pelicans will look different & will be more of the same with a healthy Zion Williamson back in the fold. | |||
| Summer League Takeaways | 19 Jul 2022 | 00:57:58 | |
Garrick & Raphael Rattler break down the takeaways from Summer League as the Pelicans turn their focus towards finalizing their roster for the upcoming season. | |||
| Pelicans gaining chemistry | 07 Jan 2025 | 00:37:51 | |
Garrick & Raphael Rattler breakdown the Pelicans recent victories versus the Wizards, discuss how the Pelicans have been gaining chemistry despite their losses, evaluate CJ McCollum possibly being on the trade block, and the return of Zion Williamson. | |||
| Pelicans have a rough start to Summer League | 12 Jul 2022 | 01:02:27 | |
The New Orleans Pelicans have a shaky start to summer league, both with injury and uneven play. Garrick and Raphael Rattler break down the first two summer league games of the new NBA 2022 season. | |||
| Pelicans Summer League Begins | 05 Jul 2022 | 00:40:49 | |
After Zion agreeing to a 5 year contract extension last week, the Pelicans now turn their focus to developing their young players in the NBA Summer League. Garrick and Raphael breakdown what they will be looking for out of the rookies and who to keep an eye on going into the first Pelicans game. | |||
| Zion Williamson nearing agreement on 5 year extension with Pelicans | 01 Jul 2022 | 00:29:35 | |
Zion Williamson is nearing an agreement on a 5 year extension with the Pelicans to open the 2022 NBA league year. Garrick and Raphael Rattler break down what this means for him and the franchise moving forward. | |||