{"id":180158,"date":"2025-09-30T14:05:09","date_gmt":"2025-09-30T14:05:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/180158\/"},"modified":"2025-09-30T14:05:09","modified_gmt":"2025-09-30T14:05:09","slug":"flyin-zion-pelicans-squad-touches-down","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/180158\/","title":{"rendered":"Flyin’ Zion: Pelicans squad touches down"},"content":{"rendered":"

The New Orleans Pelicans have officially touched down in Australia, ahead of a massive week of events and games against two NBL teams.<\/p>\n

The Pelicans’ training camp roster is set, highlighted by a blend of established stars, rising talent, and fresh rookies, as the team prepares for matches against Melbourne United and the South East Melbourne Phoenix.<\/p>\n

Zion Williamson headlines the squad, returning healthy and determined to lead New Orleans into the new campaign. He\u2019s joined by versatile wing Trey Murphy III, defensive specialist Herb Jones, and new acquisition Jordan Poole. Former Golden State Warriors big man Kevon Looney also arrives to provide a much needed boost in the frontcourt.<\/p>\n

The Pelicans\u2019 newest draft picks, Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen, are also expected to see opportunities in Melbourne, after enjoying strong NBA Summer League campaigns in July.<\/p>\n

All Star guard Dejounte Murray is reportedly set to miss the trip to Australia as he continues to rehab from a torn Achilles.<\/p>\n

>> CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS TO ALL EVENTS<\/a><\/p>\n

Training camp roster<\/p>\n

11 \u2013 Bryce McGowens* Guard 6’6 197 lbs Nebraska (USA) 3 years
42 \u2013 Christian Shumate Forward 6’6 213 lbs McNeese State (USA) Rookie
5 \u2013 Dejounte Murray Guard 6’5 181 lbs Washington (USA) 8 years
22 \u2013 Derik Queen Forward\/Centre 6’10 248 lbs Maryland (USA) Rookie
8 \u2013 Garrison Brooks Centre 6’10 240 lbs Mississippi State (USA) Rookie
2 \u2013 Herb Jones Guard\/Forward 6’7 212 lbs Alabama (USA) 4 years
4 \u2013 Hunter Dickinson* Centre 7’1 271 lbs Kansas (USA) Rookie
9 \u2013 Jaden Springer Guard 6’4 225 lbs Tennessee (USA) 4 years
00 \u2013 Jalen McDaniels Forward 6’9 196 lbs San Diego State (USA) 6 years
0 \u2013 Jeremiah Fears Guard 6’4 183 lbs Oklahoma (USA) Rookie
24 \u2013 Jordan Hawkins Guard 6’5 185 lbs Connecticut (USA) 2 years
3 \u2013 Jordan Poole Guard 6’4 200 lbs Michigan (USA) 6 years
17 \u2013 Karlo Matkovi\u0107 Forward\/Centre 6’11 260 lbs Cedevita Olimpija (Croatia) 1 year
55 \u2013 Kevon Looney Centre\/Forward 6’9 249 lbs UCLA (USA) 10 years
14 \u2013 Micah Peavy Forward 6’7 225 lbs Georgetown (USA) Rookie
41 \u2013 Saddiq Bey Forward 6’7 215 lbs Villanova (USA) 4 years
23 \u2013 Trey Alexander* Guard 6’4 187 lbs Creighton (USA) 1 year
25 \u2013 Trey Murphy III Forward 6’8 217 lbs Virginia (USA) 4 years
15 \u2013 Jose Alvarado Guard 6’0 182 lbs Georgia Tech (USA) 4 years
21 \u2013 Yves Missi Centre 6’11 236 lbs Baylor (Cameroon) 1 year
1 \u2013 Zion Williamson Forward 6’6 284 lbs Duke (USA) 5 years<\/p>\n

Schedule<\/p>\n

Melbourne United vs New Orleans Pelicans
Friday, October 3, 7:30pm AEST<\/p>\n

South East Melbourne Phoenix vs New Orleans Pelicans
Sunday, October 5, 2:00pm AEDT<\/p>\n

How to watch<\/p>\n

Both games will be live on Amazon Prime Video, Channel 10 and NBA League Pass.<\/p>\n

What tickets can I buy?<\/p>\n

Games:
– Game 1 \u2013 New Orleans Pelicans vs Melbourne United – Friday, October 3, 2025 – 7.30pm AEST
– Game 2 \u2013 New Orleans Pelicans vs South East Melbourne Phoenix – Sunday, October 5, 2025 – 2pm AEDT<\/p>\n

Other events:
– Pelicans Open Training \u2013 Thursday, October 2, 2025, 1pm AEST: Includes an exclusive first look at the team\u2019s training, player Q&A and more
– NBAxNBL Fan Night \u2013 Saturday, October 4, 2025, 6pm AEST: A showcase event with player performances, basketball challenges, live entertainment and more<\/p>\n

>> CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS TO ALL EVENTS<\/a><\/p>\n

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