Club History & Eras
18 entries in the New Orleans Pelicans compendium.
Tom BensonThe owner who gave New Orleans its own distinct NBA identity.Chris PaulThe engine behind New Orleans' resurgence during the defining CP3 era with the Hornets.Gayle BensonThe owner who carries forward the Pelicans' legacy with steady leadership.Emeka OkaforThe first overall pick who brought veteran stability to the Hornets as a free-agent signinAnthony DavisThe face of the franchise who defined an era of teal, purple, and gold dominance.Alonzo Mourning YearsA Hall of Famer's final stand brought defensive grit to the Crescent City.Muggsy Bogues LegacyThe smallest giant who shaped the franchise's soul before it found a new home.Eddie Jones EraThe defensive architect who guided Anthony Davis to stardom and returned the Pelicans to p1988 Expansion DraftThe Charlotte draft that birthed the franchise which would eventually become New Orleans.Tom Benson OwnershipThe local titan who anchored the Pelicans in New Orleans and built a new identity for the George Shinn EraThe owner who relocated the franchise to New Orleans and selected Chris Paul.2002 Relocation to New OrleansFrom Charlotte to the Crescent City, a franchise finds its permanent home.Larry Johnson TenureThe Matrix who defined the franchise before the move to New Orleans.Chris Paul ArrivalThe Point God who held down the franchise through its rebuild and rebrand.Oklahoma City ExileA temporary home that forged resilience across two cities during recovery.Tyreke Evans Rookie SeasonThe kid who shocked the league, becoming an All-Star before his first season ended.2013 Pelicans RebrandFrom Hornets to Pelicans: A new identity rises from the bayou.2011 Conference Finals RunA season of missed expectations marking a pivotal transition era.
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