The Bird Calls

The New Orleans Pelicans defeated the Charlotte Hornets last night, despite the Hornets desperate attempt to steal it in New Orleans with a 104-98 advantage late.  The Pelicans were led by MVP candidate Anthony Davis as well as the resurgent Emeka Okafor, 17 assist man, Rajon Rondo, as well as ten critical poitns from Jrue Holiday in the final 2:40. We talk this as well as question the performance...

The San Antonio Spurs and New Orleans Pelicans savored vital victories last night albeit in two very different ways.  The Spurs trounced the crippled Magic by 36, while the Pelicans escaped a late six point deficit against the Charlotte Hornets. The Spurs need this one every bit as much as the Pelicans.  Hear from the man who knows them best why they have been struggling, and why the 20 season pla...

On the 90th episode of the Bird Calls we discuss our favorite moments of the past ten games, the Boogie debate, Gentry's system reaching its apex with his new squad, Okafor, closing lineups, mailbag and then we preview the Wizards' matchup with Jake Whitacre of Bullets Forever!  Follow us @TheBirdWrites Blogtalkradio.com/thebirdcalls Itunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bird-writes-nba-...

Eight wins straight!   The numbers just keep piling up!  In addition to the otherworldly numbers contributed by AD and Jrue, the Pelicans have averaged 127 ppg over their last eight, have scored at least 120 in five straight, and have climbed to 36-26, 10 games over .500 for the first time since the 2010/11 season.   ESPN, NBA.com, and SI have the Pelicans ranked seventh or higher in their latest...

Over the past four games Anthony Davis is averaging 42.3, 14.8, 4, 3, 2 and 2.3 3s, in addition to his astonishing 45, 17, 5 and 5 one of a kind stat line last night!   The Pelicans have won four straight, sit at 32-26, tied in the loss column with the fifth seeded OKC Thunder.  With 24 games remaining, do Anthony Davis and Co have enough to keep the streak going?   Oleh Kosel and David Grubb join...

We start by addressing the abhorrent reports made by Sports Illustrated, and directed at the Dallas Mavericks' front office, then we spend a good bit on AD and his comments to Rachel Nichols, break down Walter Lemon Jr.'s, potential impact, talk lineups, future and so much more with Oleh and David Grubb!     Follow us @TheBirdWrites Blogtalkradio.com/thebirdcalls Itunes: https://itunes.apple.com/u...

Today we cover Anthony Davis' MVP legitimacy, Boogie's recent comments, Jrue's All Star chances in '19, "Boo"gate, Emeka Okafor, the Pacers rescheduling, and so much more! Follow us @TheBirdWrites Blogtalkradio.com/thebirdwritesnba Itunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bird-writes-nba-podcast-for-new-orleans-pelicans/id1254580823?mt=2 Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/preston-ell...

Nikola Mirotic is here and the Pelicans are SAVED (at least from boredom).  The former Chicago Bull put up 18, 12 and 4 in his first 35 minutes as a New Orleans Pelican, and the Pelicans could not be more pleased with the result of their dealt 2018 first round pick. With that being said, the Pelicans faltered early against the Wolves and never recovered.  Anthony Davis scored 19 first quarter poin...

Trade Deadline winners thus far, as the Pels unload their own personal albatross in the form of Omer Asik's $10.5 guaranteed 2018/19, and $3 million guaranteed 2019/20.   Pelicans Get: Nikola Mirotic, Pels 2018 second round pick back from Bulls (QPon) Bulls Get: Asik, Allen, Nelson, Pels 2018 first round pick (protected), second round swap rights 2021 Plus the Pelicans are officially on the Moose...

Next up, the Oklahoma City Thunder.  Brett Dawson of the Oklahoman keeps us up to date on the injury to Andre Roberson and its effect, everything Paul George, the Thunder's recent eight game winning streak, and where they project to finish, as well as the most recent Pelicans trade talk.   Check back tonight for more with Kevin and Kumar!   Follow us @TheBirdWrites Blogtalkradio.com/thebirdwritesn...

The New Orleans Pelicans followed the disastrous injury to Demarcus Cousins' with two disappointing performances against the Los Angeles Clippers and Sacramento Kings.  We get some of Fletcher's takes on where the Pelicans' should go from here, how important finishing strong is, what the Pelicans should do at the deadline and much, much more. Then Kevin joins us to boost Oleh's ego!   And hey we l...

Recently a guest on Nothin’ But Net’s Howl Radio (Timberwolves) as well as OTG’s NBA Outlet, we discussed the fallout from Demarcus Cousins’ awful Achilles injury, where the Pelicans’ go from here and much, much more.  Follow us @TheBirdWrites Blogtalkradio.com/thebirdwritesnba Itunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bird-writes-nba-podcast-for-new-orleans-pelicans/id1254580823?mt=2 Stitch...

Apologize for the technical difficulties! Where do the Pelicans go from here?  Oleh covers the ramifications of Demarcus Cousins' ruptured Achilles, we talk Clippers, adding depth, Alvin Gentry's comments and much much more! Follow us @TheBirdWrites Blogtalkradio.com/thebirdwritesnba Itunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bird-writes-nba-podcast-for-new-orleans-pelicans/id1254580823?mt=2...

We go around the association to get an oustide perspective on the trade landscape and sad news....It sounds like it may be a snoozer.  Philip Rossman Reich of Locked on Magic and Orlando Magic Daily and Josh Bowe of Mavs Money Ball discuss their respective teams' flexibility and needs as they approach the deadline and just how active they expect their teams and the association as a whole to be.  ...

The New Orleans Pelicans look like a completely different team in the month of December, sporting an 8-3 record while holding their opponents to 44% from the floor.  The Pelicans shooting has dropped off a cliff but it's been met by tenacious defense led by Jrue Holiday and Demarcus Cousins (gasp!). Join Oleh Kosel in his return as well as Kevin Barrios as we break down the Hornets game and discus...

Oleh is back and feelin' himself!   The Pelicans have won seven of their past nine and sit firmly in the sixth seed one game behind the Oklahoma City Thunder. However, the Rockets have won six straight, and are 17-0 with James Harden, Chris Paul, and Clint Capela in the lineup. It's three point shooting v points in the paint, and something has to give as we interview Locked on Rockets Host, Ben Du...

You all know the line by now: 44, 24, 10, and 4 in 51:33.  The first to do it since Kareem in 1972!  Boogie and AD continue amassing these incredible performances but at the end of the day, like Boogie says,"If you don't win, it don't mean s##t."  David Grubb of Crescent City Sports joins Kevin Barrios of TheBirdWrites.com to talk Boogie, third quarters, Jrue Holiday, AD, depth problems, and answe...

The Pelicans, in Pelican fashion, followed a three game winning streak with a loss to the Atlanta Hawks, the Hawks who previously sported the worst record in the NBA.   The Pelicans' three stars pulled more than enough weight during the three game winning streak but came up short against the Hawks (with the exception of Jrue), leading to the question,"Can the bench step up and help win games?" Rig...

The Saints season has ended in dramatic fashion, but the Pelicans season is just ramping up!  The Pelicans currently sit in the sixth position in the West with their dramatic win in OT over the New York Knicks last night.   Join us as we discuss grades for each player, including Alvin Gentry and Dell Demps, and answer some mailbag questions as well. If you like what you're hearing, subscribe and r...

Following another baffling performance in which the Pelicans scored but nine points in the third quarter against the worst team in the Western Conference, Daniel Sallerson hops on to diagnose what is wrong with the Pelicans, how they can turn it around, what to make of Boogie, why the Pels should retain Alvin Gentry and more. Plus, David Mackay, News Editor to Blazers Edge joins us to talk Blazers...

Effort has been the topic of conversation for far too long in New Orleans.  Kevin Barrios of TheBirdWrites.com and David Grubb of Crescent City Sports join Preston to talk what needs to change.  Fire the coach?  The GM and the coach?  Bench Rondo?  Trade E'Twaun Moore, or give up two firsts to unload Asik/Ajinca for talent?  These topics and many more! Follow us @TheBirdWrites Blogtalkradio.com/th...

It's been one year to the day since Karen Loftus started her new position at WGNO/ABC 26 and she spent it with us discussing the city's relationship to the Pelicans, the Boogie dilemma, the Rajon Rondo quandary, as well as the performance of the Pelicans' coaching staff.  Oleh joins us to talk this and more.  Be sure to subscribe on Itunes today!   Follow us @TheBirdWrites Blogtalkradio.com/thebir...

Travis Tate and Trevor Ritchie (The Big Picture) recap the New Orleans Pelicans' 108-98 win over the Utah Jazz. In addition, the duo adds their thoughts on upcoming matchups against the Minnesota Timberwolves and Detriot Pistons. One thing you won't want to miss - Trevor has a big surprise ready and avaiable for one listener to win. Stay tuned and keep up with the details to possibly score some ti...

David Grubb of Crescent City Sports and Oleh Kosel of The Bird Writes discussing: Recent AD quotes, should Pels fans be worried? What do you make of Coach's decision to bench Rondo? The AD 3 pointer to beat the Knicks?  The disappearance of the bench unit? Can the Pelicans go 15-8 in their remaining home games to make playoffs? Are we watching the 2014/15 Pels all over again!? Subscribe and RATE P...

Kurt Helin of Pro Basketball Talk and NBC Sports joined us to talk several of the most important storylines in today's NBA.   We started with the polarizing relationship brewing between Baron Davis and Laura Dern.  How did they meet, and what are some other NBA relationships you would like to see blossom?  Then Kurt takes a dive into the Western Conference to discuss the validity of the Minnesota...