# SMART: New Orleans Pelicans TAKE Their Time on Steve Hetzel, Jamahl Mosley, and Head Coach DECISION

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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: 2026-05-11T05:00:00+00:00
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New Orleans Pelicans take a measured approach in their head coach search, with Steve Hetzel and Jamahl Mosley emerging as frontrunners. Is patience in hiring a sign of a smarter front office, or could hesitation cost them ground in a competitive NBA landscape? Jake Madison examines why the absence of a quick decision may benefit the Pelicans, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing scouts and front office restructuring over immediate coaching hires. The episode spotlights draft lottery fallout as the Pelicans’ pick conveys to the Atlanta Hawks at eighth overall following last year’s Derik Queen trade. Madison breaks down the implications of the Joe Dumars-led front office's recent moves, reactions to Indiana Pacers’ draft misfortunes, and the shifting NBA trade landscape with teams like the Memphis Grizzlies and LA Clippers now primed for major deals. Can the Pelicans capitalize on emerging trade opportunities and address pressing roster needs before the offseason heats up? 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 a…

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