# WASTED YEARS: Are the New Orleans Pelicans Wrong to RUN IT BACK with Zion Williamson Again?

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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: 2026-09-15T05:00:00+00:00
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New Orleans Pelicans gamble on continuity as Jamal Mosley steps in as head coach. With the roster virtually unchanged and Bennedict Mathurin the only notable addition, can a coaching swap turn around last season’s 26-win disappointment—or will the front office face tough questions about its decision-making? Jake Madison breaks down the Pelicans’ high-stakes evaluation year, ownership’s role in running it back, and the impact on fan morale. Discussion covers why results must matter for Zion Williamson, Trey Murphy, and the entire core, plus the franchise’s history of hesitancy to commit to a true rebuild or all-in push. Closing out with DeMarcus Cousins’ legacy and that unforgettable 44-24-10 night, Jake Madison asks: how much longer can New Orleans wait for answers? 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. Betterhelp This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA. Aura Cybersecurity Start your free trial today at https://aura.com/aware. Protect yourself now. Square Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/NBA ! #squarepod FanDuel Make this Your Most Rewarding Season Ever with FanDuel. Get $350 in Bonus Bets — GUARANTEED — when you bet five dollars every day for seven days. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real mo…

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