# INSPIRED CHOICE: Micah Nori is LOVED By the NBA and Would Be a GREAT Choice for New Orleans 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: 2026-04-28T05:00:00+00:00
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New Orleans Pelicans weigh surprising coaching options as Micah Nori's candidacy gains momentum. Is the most inspired choice a name few fans expect? Jake Madison breaks down why Minnesota Timberwolves’ lead assistant Mikah Nori stands out—citing his defensive expertise, strong locker room presence, player development acumen, and experience building around unique stars like Anthony Edwards and Karl-Anthony Towns. Key topics include Darvin Ham’s recent interview, questions about “retread” coaches, and whether organizational ties to Troy Weaver and Joe Dumars should worry fans. Jake Madison explores the need for energetic leadership without baggage, the value of casting a wide net in the coaching search, and how the Pelicans’ next move could define their season. Will New Orleans zig when everyone expects them to zag? The coaching decision now looms as a turning point for Zion Williamson, Dereck Lively II, and a franchise on the brink. 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! 5-Hour ENERGY Get candy-flavored chaos with Fruity Rainbow 5-hour ENERGY®️ Shots - available online at https://5hourENERGY.com or Amazon KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars wh…

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