Jeremiah Fears News, Rumors, Updates - New Orleans Pelicans

Scores 11 in starting role Fears recorded 11 points (4-8 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), two rebounds and two assists in 19 minutes during Thursday's 128-118 preseason loss to Miami.

Impact Fears drew the start at point guard and delivered an efficient scoring performance, although he committed three turnovers. The second-year guard showed encouraging perimeter shooting and should remain in the mix for backcourt minutes, but competition from Dejounte Murray (rest) and Jordan Poole could limit his opportunities once the regular season begins.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Thursday Fears is in the starting lineup for Thursday's preseason game against the Heat.

Impact Fears is getting the nod at point guard as the Pelicans are changing their lineup again for this preseason contest. The former Oklahoma star is coming off a rookie season in which he averaged 14.3 points, 3.7 rebounds and 3.4 assists per game across 82 regular-season appearances in 2025-26.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Scores 12 off bench Fears finished with 12 points (3-6 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 4-6 FT), two rebounds and one assist in 17 minutes during Tuesday's 116-110 preseason win over Oklahoma City.

Impact Fears provided an efficient scoring punch off the bench and committed only one turnover. The second-year guard should remain a significant part of New Orleans' backcourt rotation after showing considerable promise as a rookie.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jeremiah Fears' media day comments suggest he can help fix the Pelicans' shooting flaws It appears Jeremiah Fears is already planning on becoming a better three-point shooter to help make the New Orleans Pelicans' offense flow b...

OCTOBER 3 • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

Jeremiah Fears' Body Transformation Could Unlock More of His Game Jeremiah Fears gave Pelicans fans plenty of reasons to believe as a rookie. Now a stronger frame could give them another. He played all 82 g...

OCTOBER 2 • SI.COM

What Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen Can Learn From Chris Paul and Anthony Davis in Year 2 Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen don't have to turn into former franchise cornerstones Chris Paul and Anthony Davis overnight. However, the se...

SEPTEMBER 13 • SI.COM

Bennedict Mathurin's arrival may hinder the Pelicans' young core's development Bennedict Mathurin signing with the Pelicans may lessen the playing time and hurt the development of Derik Queen and Jeremiah Fears.

SEPTEMBER 5 • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

New addition coming Fears is set to share the second unit with Bennedict Mathurin in 2026-27.

Impact The Pelicans bolstered their bench with Wednesday's signing of Mathurin, who figures to help lead New Orleans' second unit alongside Fears in the backcourt. Over 82 regular-season games in 2025-26, Fears averaged 14.3 points, 3.7 rebounds and 3.4 assists in 25.8 minutes per game.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

The Pelicans question mark-filled future has one undeniable Jeremiah Fears-sized answer Jeremiah Fears is the one bright spot that should keep Pelicans fans around, as he has All-Star potential and NOLA has given him the perfect...

AUGUST 21 • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

Coming off strong campaign Fears enjoyed an outstanding rookie season, appearing in all 82 games while averaging 14.3 points, 3.7 rebounds and 3.4 assists.

Impact He capped the year by setting the franchise rookie scoring record with a 40-point performance and enters 2026-27 as one of New Orleans' most promising young guards. Even with Dejounte Murray expected back, Fears has positioned himself for a significant role in the Pelicans' backcourt rotation.

AUGUST 5 • ROTOWIRE

Pelicans' Summer League Decision on Derik Queen & Jeremiah Fears Is Baffling New Orleans Pelicans stellar rookies Derik Queen and Jeremiah Fears are in Las Vegas for this year’s NBA Summer League. However, they are me...

JULY 11 • SI.COM

2026 Pelicans Summer League team shockingly leaves two key names off roster The Pelicans decided to leave Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen off their summer league roster, which feels like a wasted opportunity by the fr...

JULY 8 • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

Zion Williamson must be traded this offseason if the Pelicans go into a rebuild If the New Orleans Pelicans decide to go into a full rebuild, they must trade Zion Williamson this offseason and put the focus on Jeremiah F...

JUNE 15 • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

At the NBA Finals, potential top pick AJ Dybantsa sees chance to have quick success like the Spurs

AJ Dybantsa is watching a young San Antonio Spurs team built by high draft picks in the NBA Finals and sees a similar chance to have quick success as a pro

JUNE 9 • Associated Press

The Pelicans must decide whether they are rebuilding or contending next season Acquiring a star player such as Jaylen Brown and trying to develop Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen at the same time won't work for the Pelica...

JUNE 8 • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

Pelicans' new assistant coach may have just handed Jeremiah Fears the blueprint for stardom Jeremiah Fears is looking to build off a strong rookie season in New Orleans, and new Pelicans God Shammgod just handed him the path to doin...

JUNE 8 • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

Mikal Bridges shares secret to Iron Man streak to Pelicans rookie Jeremiah Fears was present during the New York Knicks players' media availability on Sunday. The New Orleans Pelicans rookie asked Mikal Bri...

JUNE 8 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

NBA unveils Player Correspondents for 2026 NBA Finals Kon Knueppel, Jeremiah Fears, Derik Queen, AJ Dybantsa and Caleb Wilson will serve as the 2026 NBA Finals Player Correspondents.

JUNE 2 • NBA.COM

Jamahl Mosley's arrival may change everything for the Pelicans' rising stars Under Jamahl Mosley's tutelage, Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen can take their games to the next level.

MAY 28 • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

Reviewing Pelicans 2025 NBA Draft Class: Were Jeremiah Fears & Derik Queen the Right Picks? New Orleans Pelicans rookies Derik Queen and Jeremiah Fears were recently named to the All-NBA Rookie Second Team. The dynamic duo completed...

MAY 25 • SI.COM

Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen's All-Rookie honors solidify a bright future for the Pelicans Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen All-Rookie honors reinforce the Pelicans’ optimism about the franchise’s future even after an incredible down...

MAY 21 • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

NBA All-Rookie 1st team: Flagg, Knueppel, Edgecombe, Harper and Coward

Dallas’ Cooper Flagg, Charlotte’s Kon Knueppel and Philadelphia’s VJ Edgecombe were all unanimous first-team selections for the NBA’s All-Rookie team, which was unveiled Wednesday...

MAY 20 • Associated Press

Pelicans hire ex-Orlando coach Jamahl Mosley as New Orleans' next coach

The New Orleans Pelicans have hired Jamahl Mosley as their next coach, ending interim coach James Borrego’s candidacy to retain his job on a permanent basis

MAY 18 • Associated Press

Pelicans interim coach James Borrego is a candidate for the permanent job, Joe Dumars says

New Orleans Pelicans basketball operations chief Joe Dumars says he's not yet completed a short list of coaching candidates and might keep interim coach James Borrego on a permanen...

APRIL 14 • Associated Press

Scores 36 in regular-season finale Fears totaled 36 points (12-28 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 12-14 FT), 10 rebounds, five assists, two steals and one block across 41 minutes during Sunday's 132-126 loss to the Timberwolves.

Impact Fears continued his strong scoring stretch to close the regular season, scoring exactly 36 points for the second straight game. His usage spiked over the past three contests, averaging 28.7 field-goal attempts after not reaching the 20-attempt mark in any prior game. The No. 7 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft will close his rookie campaign averaging 14.3 points, 3.7 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 1.2 steals across 82 appearances (49 starts).

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

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At the NBA Finals, potential top pick AJ Dybantsa sees chance to have quick success like the Spurs

NBA All-Rookie 1st team: Flagg, Knueppel, Edgecombe, Harper and Coward

Pelicans hire ex-Orlando coach Jamahl Mosley as New Orleans' next coach

Pelicans interim coach James Borrego is a candidate for the permanent job, Joe Dumars says