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Podcast: Locked On Pelicans - Daily Podcast On The New Orleans Pelicans
Episode: EASTERN BENEFITS: Can the Pelicans BREAK Into Easier Playoffs With NBA Expansion Plans Unfolding?
Description: NBA expansion rumors swirl, but could the New Orleans Pelicans finally switch to the Eastern Conference? Jake Madison reveals why a move east is unlikely, breaking down league geography, travel reduction strategies, and which teams—Minnesota Timberwolves or Memphis Grizzlies—are more probable candidates. How would a conference shift impact the Pelicans’ playoff prospects in a stacked Western Conference versus a less crowded East? Jeremiah Fears and DerIk Queen bring excitement to an otherwise overlooked Pelicans All-Star Weekend, showcasing their skills in the Rising Stars Game. Madison explores how their performances and ball-handling might catch attenti...