# STUCK: How the New Orleans Pelicans can Avoid REPEATING the Chicago Bulls' FAILURES

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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: 2026-06-12T05:00:00+00:00
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New Orleans Pelicans face a pivotal crossroads—will they rise or risk falling into NBA mediocrity like the Chicago Bulls? Jake Madison explores how indecision and asset depreciation have haunted teams stuck in the middle, with cautionary tales from Zach LaVine, DeMar DeRozan, and Nikola Vucevic's tenures in Chicago. He draws sharp parallels to past Pelicans management and emphasizes the dangers of holding onto players too long as trade values decline. Madison breaks down New Orleans' dual timelines: the win-now potential with Zion Williamson, Trey Murphy, and Herb Jones versus a youth-driven rebuild around Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen. He assesses how GM Joe Dumars may shape the franchise's future at the upcoming trade deadline, where decisions on roster direction and key player moves loom large. Can Jamahl Mosley inspire a turnaround, or will the Pelicans be forced to blow it up and chart a bold new course? 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 Ignite your taste buds with the flavor of the summer. Get a Firework Freeze 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today. For more information, visit https://FiveHourEnergy.com. Wayfair Patio season is here and these deals won’t last! Head to https://wayfai…

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