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Are New Orleans Pelicans Too AFRAID to Pick a Path With Zion Williamson and Derik Queen?
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- Aug 13, 2026
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Summary
New Orleans Pelicans face mounting frustration as their quiet offseason sparks debate—are fans overreacting, or is the front office’s “discipline” approach a misstep? Hosts Jake Madison and Dylan Sanders break down the impact of Joe Dumars’ strategy, the team’s two-timeline dilemma, and the uncertainty surrounding key roster decisions. With Zion Williamson and Trey Murphy at the heart of trade rumors, could holding out for a blockbuster deal backfire, or is patience a virtue in a crowded Western Conference? The conversation spotlights which Pelicans players—like Saddiq Bey, Yves Missi, and Zion Williamson—have the most at stake this season, and explores the potential for a soft rebuild. Future-focused projections raise big questions: Will the Pelicans pivot to Jeremiah Fears as a franchise cornerstone? Can Trey Murphy rise to All-Star status? Tune in for sharp NBA trade talk, bold predictions, and a candid look at New Orleans’ evolving path in the league. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-pelicans/ Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/nba #NewOrleansPelicans #ZionWilliamson #NBA #pelicans Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Join all the…