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Podcast: Locked On Pelicans - Daily Podcast On The New Orleans Pelicans
Episode: Are the Pelicans UNDERRATED roster talent? | How New Orleans cam SHOCK the Western Conference
Description: Are the New Orleans Pelicans underrated? Recent rankings suggest their starting lineup is better than many think, placing 17th league-wide and 10th in the West. This challenges projections of a 14th-place finish in the conference. Jake Madison analyzes why perception, not talent, holds the Pelicans back. He explores how injury concerns and management decisions impact the team's image, potentially affecting free agent acquisitions and trade requests. Madison also provides updates on key players like Jose Alvarado, Herb Jones, and Trey Murphy, offering insights into their recovery progress as practices resume post-Australia trip. ...