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Podcast: Locked On Pelicans - Daily Podcast On The New Orleans Pelicans
Episode: MUST-FIX: Why the New Orleans Pelicans’ Center Position Limits Their CEILING and Playoff Hopes
Description: New Orleans Pelicans stumble against the Detroit Pistons as defensive breakdowns, transition defense woes, and a lack of size at center expose their ceiling. Jalen Duren dominates with 30 points, 10 rebounds, and rim protection that leaves the Pelicans shooting just 44.8% at the rim. Missed free throws and lost fast-break opportunities add to the frustration—can the Pelicans truly compete without upgrading their big man rotation?
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Jake Madison spotlights the need for a center upgrade as the offseason’s top priority, questioning whether DerIk Queen or Zion Williamson can anchor the paint long-term. Bright spots include Jeremiah Fears...