# Rajon Rondo is READY to be a Head Coach but are New Orleans Pelicans Ready for HIM?

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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: 2026-04-29T05:00:00+00:00
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Rajon Rondo emerges as a frontrunner for the New Orleans Pelicans' head coaching role—but is the franchise ready for such a bold move? Jake Madison explores NBA history, spotlighting former point guards like Steve Kerr, Jason Kidd, and Mark Jackson who made the rare leap from player to head coach with no prior assistant experience. Rondo’s high basketball IQ, leadership, and reputation as a “coach on the floor” make him an intriguing candidate, but the question remains: can the Pelicans provide the structure required for him to thrive? Key topics include the archetype of successful player-to-coach transitions, the risk-reward calculus facing New Orleans, and how stability—or chaos—within the organization could dictate Rondo’s chances of success. With names like Zion Williamson, Trey Murphy, and Herb Jones in the mix and front office changes looming, the pressure is on the Pelicans to get this hire right. Will Rondo elevate the team, or could this gamble backfire amidst NBA’s new tanking reforms? 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, do…

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