Postgame wrap: Suns 139, Pelicans 132 (OT)
New Orleans never led in the second half Thursday, trailing by as many as 20 points in the process, but the Pelicans fought back, forcing overtime. Ultimately though, Phoenix evened its season series with New Orleans at one win apiece, led by Devin Booker’s 44-point eruption.
Pelicans storm back from 20 down but come up short in OT
During the second quarter of Thursday’s game, David Griffin fielded questions on the Fox Sports New Orleans broadcast to quell any concerns about Zion Williamson as he recovers from right knee surgery.
Walker: Pre-game cheers for Monty Williams show lasting impression he left in New Orleans
It’s not often the cheers for the opposing coach are louder than the ones for that of the home team’s coach.
Booker scores season-high 44 points, Suns outlast Pelicans
NEW ORLEANS — Monty Williams was able to celebrate a victory in an emotional return to New Orleans.
Pelicans’ Zion Williamson won’t play back-to-backs upon return
NEW ORLEANS — When Zion Williamson finally does take the floor for his season debut with the New Orleans Pelicans, expect the team to be mindful of the workload for this year’s No. 1 overall pick.
David Griffin clears the air on Zion’s timeline, talks Ingram’s future during Pelicans broadcast
New Orleans Pelicans executive David Griffin took time to clear the air concerning the team’s recent struggles and its future plans — specifically concerning star rookie Zion Williamson’s workload once he’s able to return to action.
Pelicans’ Zion Williamson Won’t Play Back-to-Backs After Knee Injury Return
The New Orleans Pelicans are already mapping out a load-management plan for prized rookie Zion Williamson when he makes his NBA debut.
In a painful Pelicans season, Brandon Ingram keeps fighting
Slumped in a leather chair at his locker Thursday night, Brandon Ingram looked more like a prizefighter than a professional scorer. Ingram pressed an ice pack to his left eye.