The Pelicans ‘ 2024-2025 season was one to forget. After a promising trade to acquire DeJounte Murray, injuries piled up quickly for a team that had made the playoffs the year prior. These injuries broadly defined the season, and not just role players were affected, but critical parts of the team, including Zion Williamson, Murray, and Herb Jones. The New Orlean Pelicans potential lineup next season: PG: Dejounte Murray SG: Trey Murphy III SF: Herb Jones PF: Zion Williamson C: Yves Missi Bench: • Jordan Poole • Jose Alvarado • Jeremiah Fears • Kevon Looney • Derik Queen • Saddiq Bey • Karlo Matković Top __ seed? pic.twitter.com/EVxI07k1vs — NBA Retweet (@RTNBA) August 20, 2025 Despite a positive