Pelicans’ Defensive Reset & Local Hope | Jackson News

The Pelicans are transforming into a defensive powerhouse this season, hiring Jamahl Mosley to overhaul their identity after missing the playoffs. With rising stars like Herb Jones, Yves Missi, and Micah Peavy, plus breakout potential from Derik Queen, they’re building a gritty, young core. The franchise also celebrates hometown pride by drafting Jaron Pierre Jr., the first New Orleans native ever selected by the team — and he’s got serious shooting chops. To ramp up global exposure, they’ll travel to Europe in January, facing Victor Wembanyama’s Spurs in Paris and Manchester. This is more than a rebuild — it’s a bold new direction for the Pelicans. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/130bbc2a7ceb4699