The New Orleans Pelicans are a professional basketball team based in New Orleans, Louisiana. They compete in the National Basketball Association (NBA) as a member of the Western Conference Southwest Division. The team was established in 2002 as the New Orleans Hornets and rebranded as the Pelicans in 2013.

The Pelicans play their home games at the Smoothie King Center, located in the heart of downtown New Orleans. The team’s colors are navy, gold, and red.

Throughout their history, the Pelicans have had notable players, such as Chris Paul, Anthony Davis, and currently, Zion Williamson. The team has made several playoff appearances, including a memorable run to the Western Conference Finals in 2008.

The Pelicans have a strong fan base in New Orleans and are known for their exciting style of play.