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Podcast: Locked On Pelicans - Daily Podcast On The New Orleans Pelicans
Episode: SHOCKER: DeAndre Jordan’s SURPRISE Start LIFTS Pelicans—Is This The Defensive Solution They Needed?
Description: New Orleans Pelicans shake up their starting lineup as DeAndre Jordan delivers a commanding performance, sparking questions about lineup chemistry and defensive accountability. Can this bold move by James Borrego unlock the Pelicans’ true potential and address their season-long rebounding woes?
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Jake Madison examines the impact of Jordan's rim protection and physicality, dissecting how the frontcourt pairing with Zion Williamson and Derik Queen shapes the team’s defense. Key highlights include Saddiq Bae’s consistent play, challenges surrounding offensive spacing, and Bryce McGowens’ recent signing—poised to add much-needed size and shooting. The discussion tackles trade-offs...