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Zion Williamson leads Pelicans at the start of the NBA season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 8:25 PM

Last updated Oct 15, 2026

Zion Williamson leads Pelicans at the start of the NBA season

Summary

The New Orleans Pelicans enter the 2026-27 NBA season with renewed optimism centered around Zion Williamson. After seven seasons marked by injuries and missed playoff opportunities, the team aims to clear playoff hurdles under new head coach Jamahl Mosley. Williamson's health and performance will be pivotal, as he averaged 21 points last season while looking to increase his three-point attempts. Additionally, the emergence of Trey Murphy III and the leadership of veteran Dejounte Murray are seen as critical factors for the Pelicans' success. Their first challenge comes against the Indiana Pacers on Opening Night.

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Status Watch

•Zion Williamson aims for his first playoff appearance this season.
•Trey Murphy III averaged 21.5 points last season.
•Jamahl Mosley's defensive strategy focuses on rebounding and limiting transition points.
•Dejounte Murray takes on a leadership role to mentor younger players.
•The Pelicans face the Indiana Pacers on Opening Night.

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8:25 PMYahoo Sports — 5 reasons why Zion Williamson’s Pelicans will finally clear NBA Playoffs hurdle

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The New Orleans Pelicans have spent most of Zion Williamson’s career selling hope, only to watch injuries, inconsistency, and disappointing finishes turn optimism into another offseason of unanswered questions. Seven seasons into his career, the former first overall pick is still waiting to make his playoff debut. Jamahl Mosley’s ‘All Crash’ […] The post 5 reasons why Zion Williamson’s Pelicans will finally clear NBA Playoffs hurdle appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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