Pelicans start preseason against Thunder amid roster evaluation
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 3:10 AM
Last updated Oct 6, 2026
The New Orleans Pelicans begin their preseason on October 6 against the Oklahoma City Thunder. New coach Jamahl Mosley is assessing the team's performance during these games, with particular focus on players like Jordan Poole, AJ Johnson, Kobe Bufkin, Caleb Houstan, and Christian Koloko. Poole aims to prove himself after a difficult previous season, while Johnson is looking to secure his spot amid a looming contract decision. The outcomes of these preseason games could influence roster finalizations and player roles for the regular season.
- •Pelicans open preseason on October 6 against the Thunder.
- •Jordan Poole seeks to reclaim a significant role on the team.
- •AJ Johnson faces contract decisions amid limited minutes.
- •Bufkin, Houstan, and Koloko need to stand out to remain on the roster.
- •Performance in preseason games is crucial for regular season alignment.
- 3:10 AMYahoo Sports — New Orleans Pelicans With Most To Gain From Strong Preseason
"The New Orleans Pelicans kick off their preseason on Tuesday night. Here are the players with the most to gain from a strong batch of games.
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