New Orleans Pelicans Podcast

Gus Kattengell, Jim Eichenhofer and Andrew Lopez draft the New Orleans Pelicans players they're most excited to watch during the 2026-27 NBA season on the Pelicans Podcast (9/25/2026). The crew breaks down Zion Williamson's evolving offensive game, the year-two potential of Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen, Trey Murphy III's continued growth, Dejounte Murray's return and more as...

Gus Kattengell, Jim Eichenhofer, and Andrew Lopez tip off a new season of the New Orleans Pelicans Podcast with a look ahead to 2026-27 training camp. The crew discusses Saddiq Bey's new extension, the addition of Bennedict Mathurin, potential starting lineups and bench combinations, and how Head Coach Jamahl Mosley can reshape the Pelicans' defense. Plus, they break down what they'...

Gus Kattengell, Jim Eichenhofer and Andrew Lopez select their top 10 New Orleans Pelicans home games in this episode of the Pelicans Podcast (August 26, 2026) following the reveal of the Pelicans schedule.

Gus Kattengell, Jim Eichenhofer and Andrew Lopez select their top 10 New Orleans Pelicans home games in this episode of the Pelicans Podcast (August 28, 2026) following the reveal of the Pelicans schedule.

Breaking down the New Orleans Pelicans schedule as Andrew Lopez, Todd Graffagnini, Kalia Butler and Kelly Crull look ahead to the 2026-27 season in this episode of the Pelicans Podcast (August 13, 2026) following the reveal of the Pelicans schedule.

On this episode of the Pelicans Podcast (June 15, 2026), Andrew Lopez, Jim Eichenhofer, Joel Meyers and Antonio Daniels recap the first three games of NBA 2026 Summer League.

On this episode of the Pelicans Podcast (June 9, 2026), Andrew Lopez joins Kaila Butler and Jim Eichenhofer to preview 2026 Summer League. This episodes includes interviews with Pelicans Summer League head coach God Shammgod and center Hunter Dickinson.

On this episode of the Pelicans Podcast (June 25, 2026), Andrew Lopez joins Jim Eichenhofer and Gus Kattengell to discuss the 2026 NBA Draft and the Pelicans' second round selection of Jaron Pierre Jr.. They'll break down the hometown product's journey to the NBA as they discuss his high school playing days with the St. Aug Purple Knights and his six-year college career across four dif...

On this episode of the Pelicans Podcast (June 16, 2026), Andrew Lopez joins Jim Eichenhofer and Gus Kattengell to break down the 2025-26 campaigns of New Orleans' rookie class. They discuss Jeremiah Fears' development as a lead guard, Derik Queen's impact and upside in the frontcourt, and Micah Peavy's contributions on both ends of the floor as they analyze what each young player s...

The Pelicans podcast discusses the season of prominent Pelicans veteran players. Hear from TV Sideline Reporter/Host Andrew Lopez as he joins Gus Kattengell and Jim Eichenhofer to discuss Dejounte Murray, Zion Williamson, Saddiq Bey and Trey Murphy III on the Pelicans Podcast (June 15, 2026).

Pelicans head coach Jamahl Mosley made it official as he gets ready to work in New Orleans. Hear from TV Play-by-Play Announcer Joel Meyers, TV Color Analyst Antonio Daniels, and TV Sideline Reporter/Host Andrew Lopez as they join Gus Kattengell to discuss Jamahl Mosley on the Pelicans Podcast (May 29, 2026).

New Orleans Pelicans new head coach Jamahl Mosley is the topic of discussion on the Pelicans Podcast (May 22, 2026) as Pelicans Radio Play-by-Play Announcer Todd Graffagnini and Color Analyst John DeShazier join Gus Kattengell to give their reactions to the hire. Later, Pelicans writer Jim Eichenhofer and TV Sideline Reporter/Host Andrew Lopez add their take on Jamahl Mosley.

Gus Kattengell hosts a roundtable discussion with TV sideline reporter Andrew Lopez and radio play-by-play announcer Todd Graffagnini on the Pelicans Podcast (May 5, 2026). The group shares their MVPs of the New Orleans Pelicans 2025-26 season, talk things to improve on in the offseason, and talks about the current NBA playoffs.

Gus Kattengell hosts a roundtable discussion with TV analyst Antonio Daniels, TV sideline reporter Andrew Lopez, and radio play-by-play announcer Todd Graffagnini on the Pelicans Podcast (May 4, 2026). The group shares their highlights and frustrations of the New Orleans Pelicans 2025-26 season, evaluates the current roster, and talks about the current NBA playoffs.

Jim Eichenhofer & Gus Kattengell recap all the news from the New Orleans Pelicans' exit interviews on the Pelicans Podcast (April 14, 2026).

NBA.com writer Steve Aschburner joins Jim Eichenhofer & Gus Kattengell on the Pelicans Podcast (April 10, 2026) to discuss his Rookie Ladder and where Derik Queen and Jeremiah Fears stack up against an impressive 2025-26 NBA rookie class.

Pelicans Radio color analyst John DeShazier joins Jim Eichenhofer & Gus Kattengell on the Pelicans Podcast (April 7, 2026) to discuss Jeremiah Fears' rookie impact during a tough 2025-26 NBA season as they preview tonight's game against the Utah Jazz and discuss potential NBA rule changes to prevent tanking. Later, Jim shares his player of the week, player to watch, and spoiler scale f...

Pelicans Assistant General Manager Adam Barnes joins Jim Eichenhofer and Gus Kattengell on the Pelicans Podcast (April 3, 2026) to discuss all things Squadron as the Pelicans G League affiliate makes the move to Kenner, rebranding as the Laketown Squadron. Later, Jim previews tonight's matchup against the Sacramento Kings.

Pelicans TV sideline reporter/host Andrew Lopez joins Jim Eichenhofer and Gus Kattengell on the Pelicans Podcast (March 31, 2026) to discuss what they want to see from the Pelicans in their final six games of the 2025-26 NBA season. Later, Jim shares his player of the week, players to watch, and trending numbers that will shape this week’s matchups.

Pelicans Radio play-by-play announcer Todd Graffagnini joins Jim Eichenhofer and Gus Kattengell on the Pelicans Podcast (March 27, 2026) to preview tonight's game against Brandon Ingram and the Toronto Raptors as they look at the "what ifs" of an injury-free season.

Pelicans TV Studio Analyst Wes Johnson and TV Studio Host/Reporter Erin Summers join Jim Eichenhofer on the Pelicans Podcast (March 24, 2026) to break down what worked in the Pelicans' 3-1 homestand as they get set to host Jose Alvarado and the Knicks in his first game back at the Smoothie King Center since being traded. They'll also look at the progression of Pelicans rookies Derik Queen...

Sports columnist for The Times-Picayune and New Orleans Advocate Les East joins Jim Eichenhofer & Gus Kattengell on the Pelicans Podcast (March 20, 2026) to discuss the Pelicans' resurgence after a tough, injury-riddled start to the 2025-26 NBA season. They discuss the impact of Dejounte Murray, the progress of James Borrego's system, and the legacy of Chris Paul in New Orleans.

Sports columnist for The Times-Picayune and New Orleans Advocate Rod Walker joins Jim Eichenhofer & Gus Kattengell on the Pelicans Podcast (March 17, 2026) to recap the Pelicans' 3-1 series win against the Dallas Mavericks as they look at the immediate impact from Dejounte Murray's return to the lineup. Later, Jim gives us his player of the week, player to watch, and trending numbers that will...

The Athletic's Will Guillory joins Jim Eichenhofer & Gus Kattengell on the Pelicans Podcast (March 13, 2026) to recap the Pelicans win' against the Toronto Raptors in Brandon Ingram's return to the SKC as they look ahead to a tough slate of upcoming games against playoff contenders, starting with tonight's game against the Houston Rockets.

Pelicans Radios color analyst John DeShazier joins Jim Eichenhofer & Gus Kattengell on the Pelicans Podcast (March 10, 2026) to recap the Pelicans win' against the Washington Wizards, the Pels' level of competitiveness with 16 games left, and the return of Brandon Ingram and the Raptors to the SKC on Wednesday night. Later, Jim shares his players of the week, player to watch, and trend...