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Locked On Pelicans - Daily Podcast On The New Orleans Pelicans

Locked On Podcast Network, Jake Madison

Locked On Pelicans podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the New Orleans Pelicans and the NBA. Hosted by Pelicans expert and insider Jake Madison, the Locked On Pelicans podcast provides your daily Pelicans fix with expert, local analysis, and coverage of all aspects of the Pelicans franchise. Locked On Pelicans takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Pelicans

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00:27:03

Are the Pelicans Doomed? Why It's Time to REBUILD...

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2025/11/18

New Orleans Pelicans suffer a brutal 126-109 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, sparking fresh doubts about the team's future. Jake Madison questions whether it’s time to tear down the roster and start from scratch, citing a lack of effort, pride, and competitiveness—even with a recent coaching change. With the trade deadline looming, the episode probes tough decisions facing Joe Dumars and the front office, warning against desperate win-now moves and urging long-term, self-aware planning. Jake

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00:27:02

SPIRITED: Pelicans’ Competitive FIRE Returns Under...

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2025/11/17

New Orleans Pelicans shake things up with James Borrego’s first game as interim head coach, exposing both fresh energy and lingering weak spots after a 124-106 loss to the Golden State Warriors. Are brighter days ahead, or is this just a short-lived boost? Jake Madison spotlights significant changes in team spirit, aggressive play, and lineup adjustments—like starting Derik Queen and sidelining Kevon Looney—while questioning whether improved vibes can overcome persistent defensive and rebounding

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00:27:02

RED FLAG: Pelicans’ Turmoil After Willie Green...

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2025/11/16

New Orleans Pelicans shake up their future by firing head coach Willie Green, but is the real problem higher up in the front office? Joe Dumars's press conference ignites controversy with concerning remarks about decision-making, team identity, and lack of communication with players. Will this fractured process hold the Pelicans back from reaching their full potential this season? Jake Madison breaks down the impact of James Borrego stepping in as interim head coach, examining key changes in team

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00:26:59

BREAKING: Why Willie Green's Firing Signals More...

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2025/11/15

New Orleans Pelicans shake the NBA by firing head coach Willie Green after a rocky start and a concerning lack of growth. Is James Borrego poised to energize the team and transform the offense, or will the leadership woes continue to haunt this franchise? The ripple effect from Green’s exit raises big questions for Zion Williamson’s future and the organization’s long-term direction.Jake Madison examines the timing of the move, Joe Dumars’ decision-making, and how rookie sensations Derek Queen and

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00:27:00

Have Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen SAVED the New...

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2025/11/14

New Orleans Pelicans’ future hangs in the balance as draft standouts Derik Queen and Jeremiah Fears ignite hope amid growing trade speculation. Will the emergence of this rookie duo allow the franchise to move on from Zion Williamson’s injury frustrations and reshape its identity? Troy Weaver’s talent evaluation is already paying dividends, but questions remain about management and roster construction. Dylan Sanders breaks down the crucial November stretch that could trigger bold moves, including

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00:27:02

Shakeup: Pelicans Must EMBRACE Derik Queen & Jeremiah...

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2025/11/13

New Orleans Pelicans rookies Derik Queen and Jeremiah Fears shine despite another tough loss to the Portland Trail Blazers. Is a youth-driven rebuild the future for the franchise? Joe Dumars may have to rethink his strategy as Queen notches a breakout 26-point performance and Fears energizes a sluggish offense down the stretch. Jake Madison examines how the rookie duo’s fast development could reshape the Pelicans’ direction, breaking down third-quarter defensive issues—including Jose Alvarado’s

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00:27:00

ACCOUNTABILITY: Pelicans’ Reluctance to Fire Willie...

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2025/11/12

Dallas Mavericks fire GM Nico Harrison after a disappointing season—will their accountability spark real change? Meanwhile, the New Orleans Pelicans stick with Willie Green despite glaring issues, raising serious concerns about the future of rookie Derik Queen. Is New Orleans risking long-term harm by ignoring fan frustration and failing to address repeated blowout losses? Hosts Jake Madison and Dylan Sanders break down the impact of coaching decisions on Pelicans player development, spotlighting

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00:27:01

FIRE GREEN: New Orleans Pelicans Must ACT Now—Why...

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2025/11/11

New Orleans Pelicans’ woes hit a breaking point as frustrations boil over following another blowout loss to the Phoenix Suns. With the team plummeting to 2-8 and defensive performance hitting rock bottom, Jake Madison demands accountability—insisting the time to fire head coach Willie Green is now. Has the locker room quit on its leader? Are front-office decisions further deepening this crisis? Key topics include the abysmal defense that let Grayson Allen torch the Pelicans for 42 points, Zion

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00:27:00

New Orleans Finally Looks COMPETITIVE But Still Far...

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2025/11/10

New Orleans Pelicans lose to San Antonio Spurs 126-119, but the last three games finally reveal what this team actually is: competitive, scrappy, and nowhere near contending. After an 0-6 start that made them look like the league's worst team, the Pelicans have shown their true ceiling as a play-in hopeful at best. Jake Madison breaks down the critical depth issues plaguing New Orleans, with bench players like Jordan Hawkins and Micah Peavey struggling while rookies Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen

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00:26:59

Derik Queen's Breakout Performance FORCES Pelicans to...

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2025/11/07

Rookie Derik Queen's breakout performances have the New Orleans Pelicans reconsidering their entire franchise direction. After leading fourth-quarter comebacks in consecutive wins, the 20-year-old center is forcing difficult questions about Zion Williamson's future in New Orleans. Jake Madison and Dylan Sanders analyze Queen's stunning statistical impact—plus-19 points per 100 possessions with elite defensive metrics—while dissecting Jordan Poole's disastrous minus-19.4 on-off rating. The discussion

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00:27:01

Derik Queen's IMPACT Changes Everything for Pelicans!...

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2025/11/06

New Orleans Pelicans secure their second win of the season with a gritty 101-99 victory over the Dallas Mavericks, but this ugly triumph reveals more about the franchise's future than the final score suggests. Can rookie Derik Queen's raw talent and clutch fourth-quarter performance signal hope for a team that started 0-6? Jake Madison breaks down why this win matters beyond the standings, examining Queen's game-changing plays, Trey Murphy III's impact despite poor shooting numbers, and Jose

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00:27:00

Derek Queen DELIVERS Seven Assists and Elite...

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2025/11/05

New Orleans Pelicans secure their first win of the season behind rookie Derik Queen's breakout performance, but Zion Williamson's hamstring injury casts a shadow over the 116-112 victory against Charlotte. Can the Pelicans survive without their star while navigating a brutal upcoming schedule? Jake Madison breaks down Queen's game-changing 12-point, 8-rebound, 7-assist performance that showcased his unicorn potential as a playmaking center. The discussion covers Jose Alvarado's clutch 18-point

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00:27:00

Willie Green's DEAD MAN Walking Status as Pelicans...

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2025/11/04

New Orleans Pelicans organizational dysfunction reaches crisis levels as the team sits at 0-6 with three losses by 30+ points, yet head coach Willie Green remains employed. Is this incompetence or calculated scapegoating by the front office? Jake Madison delivers a blistering critique of the Pelicans' refusal to make a coaching change despite the team appearing to have quit on Willie Green. The discussion examines what the franchise can still salvage this season, including developing rookies

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00:27:00

Pelicans 0-6 Start Forces URGENT Decision on Willie...

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2025/11/03

New Orleans Pelicans Crisis: Three Critical Decisions After Historic 0-6 Start The New Orleans Pelicans face organizational reckoning after a catastrophic 0-6 start featuring multiple 30-point blowouts. Should head coach Willie Green be fired? Can this roster compete now, or is a full rebuild necessary? Jake Madison examines the franchise's failure to meet Executive VP Joe Dumars' stated goal of competing hard every night, highlighted by a 36-point loss to an injury-depleted Oklahoma City Thunder

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00:27:00

Pelicans Willie Green Firing INEVITABLE After 0-4...

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2025/10/31

The New Orleans Pelicans are flatlining at 0-4, and head coach Willie Green's job hangs by a thread. Should the franchise pull the trigger now or waste another season waiting for answers that aren't coming? Jake Madison breaks down why delaying Willie Green's inevitable firing only costs more games, examining Joe Dumars' questionable front office decisions and the disastrous draft night trade that mortgaged the future for Derik Queen. The discussion tackles the team's impossible two-timeline trap of

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00:27:00

URGENT: Pelicans 0-4 Start Demands They FIRE Willie...

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2025/10/30

New Orleans Pelicans face organizational crisis after devastating 0-4 start, culminating in a 122-88 blowout loss to the Denver Nuggets. The third quarter collapse—outscored 39-11—signals deeper problems beyond just losing games. Jake Madison systematically dismantles the current state of the franchise, calling for immediate accountability at every level. The analysis covers Willie Green's coaching failures, GM Joe Dumars' broken offseason promises about competitiveness and depth, and

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00:27:03

PANIC: Pelicans 0-3 Start EXPOSES Critical Timeline...

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2025/10/29

New Orleans Pelicans face justified panic at 0-3 despite fixable problems. The clock is ticking on the Zion Williamson era as the franchise attempts a risky two-timeline approach that mirrors their failed Anthony Davis rebuild. Jake Madison breaks down why the shooting struggles are actually encouraging—the Pelicans would rank seventh in the league if they shot league-average from their current shot locations. Trey Murphy's 22.2% three-point shooting and Zion Williamson's career-low rim percentage

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00:27:01

It's Time for the Pelicans to Make Big CHANGES after...

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2025/10/28

Pelicans' season already off the rails as Zion Williamson sidelined again. Can New Orleans salvage their season after a crushing loss to Boston? Jake Madison dissects the New Orleans Pelicans' 122-90 defeat against the Celtics, questioning Willie Green's coaching decisions and Joe Dumars' front office moves. The discussion covers Zion's injury woes, DeAndre Jordan's contract implications, and the team's second-half struggles. Madison explores potential roster changes and the financial constraints

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00:27:01

MELTDOWN: Pelicans STUMBLE to 0-2 Start | Can Willie...

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2025/10/27

Pelicans stumble out of the gate: 0-2 start raises concerns. Can New Orleans turn it around before the season slips away? Jake Madison breaks down the Pelicans' disappointing losses, focusing on defensive lapses and offensive struggles. The analysis covers Zion Williamson's performance, rookie standouts Derik Queen and Jeremiah Fears, and the team's execution issues. Madison examines how Jordan Poole and Trey Murphy's integration impacts the squad's dynamics. Tune in for an unfiltered look at what's

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00:27:00

Why the Pelicans IMPLODED in the 3rd Quarter | Can...

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2025/10/24

The Pelicans' third quarter collapse raises concerns. Can they bounce back against Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs? Jake Madison breaks down the New Orleans Pelicans' disappointing loss to the Memphis Grizzlies, focusing on a disastrous 20-0 run. With guest Dylan Sanders, he explores potential roster moves to address injuries and previews the upcoming challenge against Victor Wembanyama. The discussion covers offensive adjustments, the need for improved team chemistry, and strategies to contain the

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