Flyin' Zion: Pelicans squad touches down

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

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.

Zion Williamson headlines the squad, returning healthy and determined to lead New Orleans into the new campaign. He’s 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.

The Pelicans’ 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.

All Star guard Dejounte Murray is reportedly set to miss the trip to Australia as he continues to rehab from a torn Achilles.

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Training camp roster

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

Schedule

Melbourne United vs New Orleans Pelicans
Friday, October 3, 7:30pm AEST

South East Melbourne Phoenix vs New Orleans Pelicans
Sunday, October 5, 2:00pm AEDT

How to watch

Both games will be live on Amazon Prime Video, Channel 10 and NBA League Pass.

What tickets can I buy?

Games:
- Game 1 – New Orleans Pelicans vs Melbourne United - Friday, October 3, 2025 - 7.30pm AEST
- Game 2 – New Orleans Pelicans vs South East Melbourne Phoenix - Sunday, October 5, 2025 - 2pm AEDT

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

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