# POTENTIAL: Karlo Matkovic EMERGES as the Pelicans’ Most Versatile Offensive Center Yet

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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: 2026-09-01T05:00:00+00:00
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New Orleans Pelicans face a pivotal decision at center—can Karlo Matkovic’s versatile offensive arsenal finally solve the team’s biggest weakness? Jake Madison examines Matkovic’s unique skill set, from floor-spacing threes to explosive lob finishes, and questions why he remains buried in the rotation while the Pelicans’ search for answers continues. Key topics include how Matkovic’s shooting, ball handling, and defensive versatility could reimagine lineups alongside Zion Williamson and Derik Queen. Jake Madison also discusses the latest City Edition jersey leaks and the franchise’s need for a fresh identity, plus ranks Ryan Anderson at No. 19 in Pelicans history—debating production versus fan connection. Is this the year New Orleans finally unlocks its full potential at center? Find out what it means for Pelicans fans and the upcoming season. 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. Square Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/NBA ! #squarepod FanDuel College football Saturdays are already packed with reasons to get excited, and this season, FanDuel is giving fans even more ways to get in on every matchup. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at spor…

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