New Orleans Pelicans outline key needs ahead of NBA free agency
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 12:00 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
The New Orleans Pelicans are preparing for NBA free agency next week, following the completion of the draft. With limited financial resources, they aim to address significant team needs. The Pelicans are in search of a physical center, a floor-spacing wing, and potentially a backup point guard, depending on roster changes. Their challenges in the center position and shooting efficiency were evident last season, and free agency will be crucial for improvement.
- •Pelicans have limited salary cap space before the lottery tax
- •Need for a strong center to improve rebounding and defense
- •Require shooting support around key players like Zion Williamson
- •Backup point guard situation hinges on potential trades.
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Three New Orleans Pelicans Team Needs Ahead of NBA Free Agency
"These are three of the needs that the New Orleans Pelicans could address in free agency.
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