Smith Twists, Turns, Scores

Russ Smith converts a fancy finish in deep for the Pelicans.

Russ Smith discusses leading the Pelicans to victory by scoring 20 points in his Summer League debut.

Russ Smith scores 20 points and makes the game-winning assist to lead the Pelicans' rally in a comeback win over the D-League Select team 83-81.

Pelicans Summer League head coach Bryan Gates talks about player development as well as their final practice before heading to Las Vegas.

Pelicans assistant coach Randy Ayers talks about his son Cameron playing on the Summer League squad and the development of Jeff Withey.

Pelicans guard Cameron Ayers talks about his opportunity to play in NBA Summer League and being the son of assistant coach Randy Ayers.

Pelicans center Jeff Withey talks about his offseason development and his goals heading into NBA Summer League.

Pelicans forward Josh Carter talks about playing overseas and coming into Summer League as a veteran.

Pelicans guard James Southerland talks about what skills he would like to showcase during Summer League play.

Pelicans guard Courtney Fells talks about his opportunity to play in Summer League and fellow teammate Josh Howard.

Pelicans Summer League head coach Bryan Gates talks about the team's conditioning heading into Las Vegas and his fellow assistant coaches.

Pelicans guard Russ Smith talks about heading to Las Vegas for Samsung NBA Summer League and what skills he will bring to the team.

Pelicans Summer League head coach Bryan Gates talks about the pieces of the roster and the excitement of getting back to work.

Pelicans forward Josh Howard talks about being a veteran on the Summer League squad and coming back from injury.

Pelicans center Patric Young talks about playing aggressive in NBA Summer League and pushing hard to make the roster.

The Pelicans caught up with co-workers Dolev Melamed and Gerrie Chaisson who talked about the excitement and energy inside the Smoothie King Center.

New Orleans Pelicans guard Jrue Holiday talks about the work he's put in over the offseason, rehabbing from injury and contending for a playoff spot

The Pelicans caught up with Howard Harper III and his wife Amber about sharing special basketball moments with their nephew.

Pelicans Director of Athletic Development Carlos Daniel visited Lafayette Academy to promote a healthier lifestyle to young campers

New Orleans Pelicans General Manager Dell Demps addresses the media following the NBA Draft

Pelicans broadcaster Sean Kelley and Anthony Davis talk USA Basketball and the skills Davis has worked on over the offseason

Pelicans broadcaster Sean Kelley talks with Anthony Davis about pushing for a playoff spot and being a leader

The New Orleans Pelican caught up with Candice Bennatt to talk about her gameday fan experience and why she supports the Pelicans

Pelicans broadcaster Sean Kelley talks with Anthony Davis about his time in the weight room this summer

New Orleans Pelicans broadcaster Jen Hale talks with head coach Monty Williams about Austin Rivers, Pierre Jackson and Alexis Ajinca

New Orleans Pelicans broadcaster Jen Hale talks with head coach Monty Williams about injury updates, Tyreke Evans and Jeff Withey

New Orleans Pelicans broadcaster Jen Hale sits down with head coach Monty Williams to talk about the offseason

The New Orleans Pelican caught up with the Williams family to talk about why they love going to Pelicans games

New Orleans Pelicans guard Tyreke Evans talks about his first year with the team and what he sees in the Pelicans' future

We take a behind-the-scenes look with Pelicans center Jeff Withey as he begins his offseason preparation for the 2014-15 season.

Pierre and the Pelicans Dance Team joined in the festivities at the NOLA's annual Oyster Festival.

Guard Pierre Jackson talks about going through workouts with the Pelicans and his experience last season in the NBA D-League.

Pelicans forward Anthony Davis talks about his offseason workouts in the weight room and his teammates getting back into the gym.

Pelicans head coach Monty Williams talks about his players returning to New Orleans for workouts.

Pelicans forward Luke Babbitt talks about his individual workouts and getting back in the gym.

Pelicans center Alexis Ajinca discussed his focus on getting stronger and improving his skill set during the offseason.

We take a behind-the-scenes look with Pelicans forward Anthony Davis as he begins his offseason preparation for the 2014-15 season.

We take a behind-the-scenes look with Pelicans center Alexis Ajinca as he begins his offseason preparation for the 2014-15 season.

Head Coach Monty Williams, Alexis Ajinca and James Southerland spent an evening at the ballpark with fans for the team's annual Pelicans Day at Zephyr Field.

A look back on the 2013-14 GovX Military and First Responder Honorees

The Pelicans headed to the state capitol and helped kick off the annual HoopLA event featuring a charity basketball game between the House and Senate.

The New Orleans Pelicans attended Zoo-To-Do for Kids; providing interactive games at the annual fundraiser for the Audubon Zoo

New Orleans Pelicans General Manager Dell Demps talks about offseason needs and Anthony Davis' growth

New Orleans Pelicans General Manager Dell Demps talks about the development of the younger Pelicans players

Joel Meyers sits down with New Orleans Pelicans General Manager Dell Demps to review the 2013-14 season

Pelicans head coach Monty Williams talks about the 2013-14 season and the future of the franchise

Pelicans head coach Monty Williams talks about the 2013-14 season.

Pelicans head coach Monty Williams talks about the 2013-14 season.

Pelicans' center, Anthony Davis had a big year and here are his top 10 plays from this season.

Pelicans' center, Anthony Davis had a big year and here are his top 10 plays from this season.