# BREAKTHROUGH: Will Bennedict Mathurin EVOLVE Into Valuable Playmaker for the Pelicans?

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Podcast: [Locked On Pelicans - Daily Podcast On The New Orleans Pelicans](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-pelicans-daily-podcast-on-the-new-orleans-pelicans-635622)
Published: 2026-08-28T05:00:00+00:00
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New Orleans Pelicans bet on Bennedict Mathurin’s untapped potential rather than instant stardom. Can the 24-year-old wing evolve from a straight-line scorer into a legitimate secondary creator like DeMar DeRozan or Jaylen Brown? Jake Madison examines how Mathurin’s rim pressure, if paired with smarter playmaking, could unlock a deeper offensive arsenal for the Pelicans and reshape their rotation. Roster pressure mounts as salary cap concerns and luxury tax calculations force difficult decisions on players like Jordan Poole and Jordan Hawkins. Jake Madison unpacks which move makes the most sense and breaks down Jonas Valanciunas’ overlooked legacy as a reliable, productive center whose departure leaves a glaring hole in New Orleans’ frontcourt. Don’t miss key insights into the Pelicans’ evolving strategy, looming roster changes, and what Mathurin’s growth could mean for the franchise’s future. 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 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast. 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 action at https://FANDUEL.COM to play Daily Dingers and make your free pick on who’s hitting a homer this MLB season. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free b…

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