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As if scripted by the basketball gods themselves, the New Orleans Pelicans will end their season with a critical match against the Los Angeles Lakers. The Pelicans have been unable to win 5-straight games all season, but if they can win on Sunday, they grab that elusive winnings streak, 50 wins for the season, and the 6th seed in the Western Conference. David Grubb and Chris Conner break it all down.For more visit TheBirdWrites.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the final hour, Steve and Jeff call up the Cajun Cannon, Bobby Hebert to discuss the Saints possibly hiring 49ers passing game specialist, Klint Kubiak, the expectations that come from having previous playcalling experience, and coming from the Shanahan tree of coaching before the guys dive into some basketball talk with Oleh Kossel, Editior-in-Chief at TheBirdWrites.com to discuss the Pelicans taking on the Spurs as they look to bounce back from a tough January stretch, Zion's health, and if the Pels might be active before the trade deadline, and we close out the show hearing some from Brian Kelly about the future of LSU and the transfer portal, and Jeff wraps up Senior Bowl coverage with who his favorite players were that could be fantastic in black & gold?

Oleh Kossel, Editior-in-Chief at TheBirdWrites.com, joins as the Pelicans face off against the Spurs later tonight, Zion getting back to 100% as he is available to play, how rough of a January the team had playing against the best teams in the league, if we might see any movement as the trade deadline sits less than a week out, and Trey Murphy is in a bit of a slump, what does he need to crawl out of it?

Charlie and Bobby dive into the Saints draft capital as the 14th pick overall leaves the team with a lot of room and options to work with before diving into the Pelicans with Oleh Kosel, Editor-in-chief for TheBirdWrites.com, as it looks as if the Pels have found their stride and where this rising team can end up as they continue to threaten the upper echelons of the Western Conference, and we also hear from Chris Olave about his performance this past year and Bobby ponders what type of career Olave could end up having?

Oleh Kosel, Editor-in-chief for TheBirdWrites.com, joins Charlie and Bobby to discuss the Pelicans heading into the new year with their heads held high as they face the Golden State Warriors on national television tonight, CJ McCollum is starting to enter that All-Star conversation, and whether or not the Pelicans will be able to be in that number come April. 

Steve and Cullen are joined by Oleh Kosel, Editor-in-chief at TheBirdWrites.com, to preview the In-Season Tournament semifinals as the Lakers vie to take on the Pelicans for a chance of winning it all, what exactly this NBA Cup has meant for the teams and the fans, diehard or casual, in its inaugural season, who could be the deciding factor in tonight's match.

Steve Geller and Cullen Steele dive into the last hour covering the Saints most recent injury report as Olave has hit the report with an illness, from our Saints Soundbank we hear from Tyrann Mathieu on getting to rookie QB Bryce Young and bringing a W back to the city after 3 straight losses, and Kevin Payne, fantasy sports analyst for Rotowire.com, gets together with us to discuss who you should start and who you should sit as fantasy football playoffs are just around the corner, and Oleh Kosel, Editor-in-chief at TheBirdWrites.com, to talk about the importance of both the Pelicans going the distance in the augural In-Season Tournament, and the resurgence of interest in the NBA due to the success of these playoff-caliber games we are getting treated with, and we hear from Brian Kelly on LSU making it to a New Years day bowl playing Wisconsin in the ReliaQuest Bowl.

Steve and Bobby are joined by Oleh Kosel, Editor-in-Chief at TheBirdWrites.com, to discuss what this move to the Milwaukee Bucks could do for the Pelicans, what New Orleans can do to help sell out the Smoothie King Center, what our expectations should be as well, and how tough the Western Conference is.

Steve and Bobby discuss how for Jameis Winston, this next game or stretch of games could very well be THE "make or break" moment for his career, and our team, Shawne Merriman, former all-pro linebacker and owner of Lights Out Xtreme Fight, joins us to discuss his Chargers and their whole flurry of issues, how things are growing for the sport and his series, what and where the next fight is, and what Shawne thinks of the Saints defense, and we ask Oleh Kosel, Editor-in-Chief at TheBirdWrites.com, what does the Lillard to the Bucks trade mean for the Pelicans and the Western Conference as a whole.

Steve and Charlie reviewed the Tigers' weekend series loss to Mississippi State. The guys agreed that LSU baseball needs a bounceback weekend vs. Georgia. They spoke to a WWL listener about the Tigers' bullpen issues. Oleh Kosel, the editor-in-chief at TheBirdWrites.com, joined Sports Talk to discuss the Pelicans, the NBA Draft Lottery, and the NBA Conference Finals. Kosel slammed the Suns for firing head coach Monty Williams. He previewed Denver-Los Angeles and Boston-Miami. Kosel broke down the 2023 NBA Draft Lottery. Steve listened to audio from New Orleans head coach Dennis Allen at the Saints' rookie minicamp.

Oleh Kosel, the editor-in-chief at TheBirdWrites.com, joined Steve and Charlie to discuss the Pelicans, the NBA Draft Lottery, and the NBA Conference Finals. Kosel slammed the Suns for firing head coach Monty Williams. He previewed Denver-Los Angeles and Boston-Miami. Kosel broke down the 2023 NBA Draft Lottery. He also gave centers for the Pelicans to target in the off-season. 

Steve and Charlie spoke to a WWL listener about the future of the Saints offensive line. Oleh Kosel, the editor-in-chief of TheBirdWrites.com, joined Steve and Charlie to review the Pelicans' disappointing end to the 2023 season. Kosel shared his thoughts on David Griffin's comments to the media regarding Zion Williamson. Kosel said he expects the Pelicans' core players to all return next season. He previewed the team's off-season moves at the center position. Kosel praised the development of second-year forward Trey Murphy. The guys also talked about the Dallas Mavericks and Foster Moreau.

Oleh Kosel, the editor-in-chief of TheBirdWrites.com, joined Steve and Charlie to review the Pelicans' disappointing end to the 2023 season. Kosel shared his thoughts on David Griffin's comments to the media regarding Zion Williamson. Kosel said he expects the Pelicans' core players to all return next season. He previewed the team's off-season moves at the center position. He also praised the development of second-year forward Trey Murphy. He also evaluated second-year head coach Willie Green. 

Oleh Kosel, the editor-in-chief at TheBirdWrites.com, joined Bobby and Mike to break down the Pelicans' five-game winning streak. Kosel evaluated the play of star forward Brandon Ingram. He explained his optimism for the team after their road victory over the Clippers. Kosel also talked about Jonas Valanciunas, Trey Murphy, and Herb Jones. 

Bobby and Mike spoke to a WWL listener about the Saints' positioning in the NFC. Joe Healy, a college baseball writer for D1Baseball, joined Sports Talk to discuss LSU baseball's start to SEC play. Healy praised Dylan Crews and Paul Skenes for their elite play in 2023. He previewed LSU's weekend series matchup vs. Tennessee in Baton Rouge. The guys also spoke to Oleh Kosel, the editor-in-chief at TheBirdWrites.com. Kosel broke down the Pelicans' five-game winning streak, evaluating the play of star forward Brandon Ingram. Kosel also talked about Jonas Valanciunas, Trey Murphy, and Herb Jones. 

Mike and Charlie spoke to WWL listeners about the Pelicans' struggles in 2023 and the Saints' rushing attack next season. Oleh Kosel, the editor-in-chief at TheBirdWrites.com, joined Sports Talk to preview the Pelicans' final 11 games of the season. Kosel talked about Brandon Ingram, CJ McCollum, and Trey Murphy. Kosel questioned the team's usage of center Jonas Valanciunas. The guys spoke to another listener about the NFL Draft. 

Oleh Kosel, the editor-in-chief at TheBirdWrites.com, joined Mike and Charlie to preview the Pelicans' final 11 games of the season. Kosel talked about Brandon Ingram, CJ McCollum, and Trey Murphy. Kosel questioned the team's usage of center Jonas Valanciunas. 

What ails the Pelicans? Nine games into the season the Pelicans aren't good, but are they that bad? Oleh Kosel, editor-in-chief of TheBirdWrites.com, joins me as we attempt to diagnose just what the Pelicans can do on their upcoming road trip to get back on the road to wellness.

In this edition of Hoopsology, we first welcome Oleh Kosel Editor-in-chief of @thebirdwrites We get his opinions on the state of the New Orleans Pelicans. He has interesting insight regarding Zion, new head coach Stan Van Gundy and more. Then Matt and Justin discuss -The NBA projected Christmas return -Thoughts on Stan Van Gundy being hired by New Orleans -Dwight/Shaq beef -JR Smith saying on a podcast that the 2020 Lakers are better than the 2016 Cavs. Get in touch with the show through Facebook and Twitter, leave us a review on iTunes and email us at hoopsologypod@gmail.com. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/hoopsology/support

Bobby & Steve talk with Oleh Kosel of TheBirdWrites.com about whether tonight is Alvin Gentry's last game as the Pelicans' head coach.

David is joined by colleagues from TheBirdWrites.com, Kevin Barrios and Chris Conner to discuss the latest with the New Orleans Pelicans and the NBA. They take a look at the New Orleans-area media landscape and address the changes in how consumers choose and consume sports content. Then, they go inside the bubble to focus on the Pelicans, what the present means, and what the future may hold for the roster and the coaching staff. The trio breaks down Brandon Ingram in the closer's role, the impact of Jeff Bzdelick's absence, and you'll hear just how wrong they all were about Sacramento. Finally, a look ahead to the rest of the Pelicans' weekend and predictions for the playoff field.Intro by DJ Dao

David and Oleh Kosel of TheBirdWrites.com discuss the New Orleans Pelicans' restart loss to the Utah Jazz, and look at some of the key moments and decisions. Oleh gives a report on Pelicans VP David Griffin's Friday presser, and the status of Zion Williamson, and they discuss the keys to bouncing back against the Los Angeles Clippers on Saturday, and how much narrower the Pels' margin for error could get in just a day or two.

Steve Geller and Mark Menard talk with Oleh Kosel of TheBirdWrites.com about the Pelicans' chances when the NBA restarts.

Kristian talks with Oleh Kosel of TheBirdWrites.com about the Pelicans' playoff chances when the NBA restarts on July 31.

Bobby & Kristian talk with Oleh Kosel of TheBirdWrites.com about what shape the NBA might take when it returns.

Happy Labor Day everyone!!!!!   The guys are really pushing through all of these team previews and now it's time to discuss the New Orleans Pelicans.   Tim Daniel and Ben Brown talk the Pelicans with the Bird Writes & Full Cup Press's Chris Conner. The guys discuss the Pelicans surprise season last year through all the injuries, what Julius Randle will bring to the Pelicans, what exactly Trevon Bluiett can bring to the team with his two way contract, life after Demarcus Cousins and Rajon Rondo, Jrue Holiday's coming out season, the fear of Anthony Davis leaving New Orleans, and much more.   Be sure to follow Chris on twitter @impatientbull and also his podcast @FullCupPress312   Many thanks to NBA Jam's Tim Kitzrow for the introduction and to Mega Ran for allowing us to use the song "48 Minutes"

The New Orleans Pelicans' 2018/19 schedule is out, and Chris Conner of TheBirdWrites.com is here to break it down for us.  With 13 nationally televised games the Pelicans' and Anthony Davis should have every opportunity to earn those MVP votes on the national stage.   Then we break down the easiest and roughest parts of the schedule, and how we expect the Western Conference to shake out going forward.   Follow Chris: @ImpatientBull Thanks for listening!   Subscribe and rate us today!   Follow us @TheBirdWrites Blogtalkradio.com/thebirdcalls 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-ellis/the-bird-writes-nba-podcast-for-new-orleans-pelicans?refid=stpr Tune In: https://tunein.com/radio/The-Bird-Writes-NBA-Podcast-on-New-Orleans-Pelicans-p1012419/ Google Play:  https://play.google.com/music/m/Ikgqrpz5xjivbhyutvkj5lya3ni?t=The_Bird_Writes_NBA_Podcast_for_New_Orleans_Pelicans

As a preview to the roundtable debuting on TheBirdWrites.com this week, we answer some burning questions: 1) Are the Pelicans better or worse than last season? 2) Which of the training camp invites will make the team? 3) Who will start at point guard? 4) Will Liggins/Okafor be on the opening day roster? Plus a dozen great mailbag questions!   Join Oleh Kosel, Kevin Barrios, and David Grubb as we answer these questions and many more!  Subscribe and rate us today!   Follow us @TheBirdWrites Blogtalkradio.com/thebirdcalls 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-ellis/the-bird-writes-nba-podcast-for-new-orleans-pelicans?refid=stpr Tune In: https://tunein.com/radio/The-Bird-Writes-NBA-Podcast-on-New-Orleans-Pelicans-p1012419/ Google Play:  https://play.google.com/music/m/Ikgqrpz5xjivbhyutvkj5lya3ni?t=The_Bird_Writes_NBA_Podcast_for_New_Orleans_Pelicans

In this special THREE part podcast we answer mailbag questions with Oleh Kosel and David Grubb, before spending time with Kevin Barrios on his new article on TheBirdWrites.com, concluding with Brandon Robinson of Scoop B Radio who tells us why Demarcus Cousins' will be back in New Orleans next year.   Subscribe and rate us today!   Follow us @TheBirdWrites Blogtalkradio.com/thebirdcalls 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-ellis/the-bird-writes-nba-podcast-for-new-orleans-pelicans?refid=stpr Tune In:  https://tunein.com/radio/The-Bird-Writes-NBA-Podcast-on-New-Orleans-Pelicans-p1012419/ GooglePlay:  https://play.google.com/music/m/Ikgqrpz5xjivbhyutvkj5lya3ni?t=The_Bird_Writes_NBA_Podcast_for_New_Orleans_Pelicans

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 answer mailbag questions. Then Jon Delong of AttheHive.com joins to preview the upcoming contest in Charlotte tomorrow night.   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-ellis/the-bird-writes-nba-podcast-for-new-orleans-pelicans?refid=stpr Tune In: https://tunein.com/radio/The-Bird-Writes-NBA-Podcast-on-New-Orleans-Pelicans-p1012419/ Google Play:  https://play.google.com/music/m/Ikgqrpz5xjivbhyutvkj5lya3ni?t=The_Bird_Writes_NBA_Podcast_for_New_Orleans_Pelicans

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/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-ellis/the-bird-writes-nba-podcast-for-new-orleans-pelicans?refid=stpr Tune In: https://tunein.com/radio/The-Bird-Writes-NBA-Podcast-on-New-Orleans-Pelicans-p1012419/ Google Play:  https://play.google.com/music/m/Ikgqrpz5xjivbhyutvkj5lya3ni?t=The_Bird_Writes_NBA_Podcast_for_New_Orleans_Pelicans

Just one game left in the New Orleans Pelicans' Preseason, and that can only mean that it's time for a substitute teacher preseason recap with Travis Tate and Trevor Ritchie of TheBirdWrites.com. Trav and Trevor recap both Bulls games in addition to the Thunder matchup, discuss inconsistencies on the wing, how injuries will affect the start to the regular season, and what to expect from the Pels' opening night matchup with the Grizzlies just five days from today!   Follow us @TheBirdWrites Blogtalkradio.com/thebirdwritesnba Itunes: https://itunes.apple.com/es/podcast/the-bird-writes-nba-podcast-for-new-orleans-pelicans/id1254580823?l=en&mt=2 Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/preston-ellis/the-bird-writes-nba-podcast-for-new-orleans-pelicans?refid=stpr

The New Orleans Pelicans offseason doesn't stop!  After recent Chris Finch and Sam Mitchell coaching hires, we finally have some player movement!  Tim Frazier was traded Wednesday night to the Washington Wizards in exchange for their 52nd overall pick.  The Pelicans then packaged their 40th and the cash acquired from the 52nd pick to move to 31st, which they used to select Duke University's Frank Jackson.We bring on Kevin Barrios of TheBirdWrites.com to discuss Jackson, undrafted marksmen Peter Zok, as well as the future of Jrue Holiday and the ever evolving free agent landscape.  

Today we take an in depth look at Jrue Holiday, with special guest Oleh Kosel, Editor in Chief of SB Nation's New Orleans Pelicans blog, TheBirdWrites.com.  Oleh dives into some Jrue on court/off court numbers, as well as breaks down some performance analytics for us.  Oleh and I use the remaining time exploring some Pelicans' offseason options, imagine a future with and without Dell Demps and Alvin Gentry, as well as pick our favorite G League landing spot!  

In Part 4 of our off-season preview series, Sean Woodley chats with CC writer Bryan Gibberman (Knicks), Russell Peddle of NumberFire.com (Thunder), Joseph Casciaro of The Score (Raptors), Oleh Kosel of TheBirdWrites.com (Pelicans), as well as return guest Tony Xypteras (Celtics) and CC writer Bart Doan (Pacers). It's a long one.