Zion Update, Brandon Ingram for MIP, Jrue Holiday for All-D, and more award candidates?
In this episode of “The Bird Calls,” Preston, David, Kevin, and Oleh discuss the impact of Zion Williamson missing time, whether Brandon Ingram is the front runner for the NBA’s Most Improved Player, and more.
Our First Look at the Pels, Zion’s upgrade, NAW’s boost, Ingram’s Muscle and More!
The Bird Calls Podcast Now that the New Orleans Pelicans have arrived in Orlando, what do they look like? Zion Williamson adds muscle and bounce to his already impressive frame. The guys talk about how the roster shakes out as the Pels prepare for their eight game...
NBA bubble will present unprecedented challenges, but Pelicans hope to treat it as another hurdle to climb in a season full of them
“I think coming back now, having that excitement of going back is something that’s really big for us and momentum that we can use. It is still ultimately the goal to make the playoffs…You’ve got teams that are right neck and neck with us, and Memphis who still doesn’t want to let that (playoff spot) go. They’ve had time to rest and they’ve had time to prepare. Mentally, I think it’s going to be one of the biggest challenges that we’ve kind of faced.” – Jrue Holiday
Saints’ Michael Thomas Challenges NFL’s Ridiculous Salary Proposal
The NFL’s proposal to store a portion of players salaries in escrow draws criticism from Saints WR Michael Thomas. Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes, and the NFLPA. Everything that’s wrong with the proposal. David Grubb joins to talk about the QB market and how it might affect New Orleans and Jameis Winston. More on Emmanuel Sanders and how he fits with New Orleans.
‘The Million Dollar Question’: Why can’t New Orleans sustain sports talk radio?
“We all grew up here and know that it was WWL every day,” Grubb said. “They were the juggernaut. But that day isn’t here anymore, I don’t think. I don’t think it’s as powerful as it used to be. I just think there’s a lack of options. Why would you change if you look around and you don’t see much else? There is no real push.
Sports Media discussion on Lyve TV’s “The Conversation Corner”
Let's have a conversation on The Conversation Corner with the author, Andrew Snorton! Tonight's show features two guests doing some great things across entertainment, business, community, and more. Louisiana-based sports journalist David Grubb stops by to share his...
A Conversation With Lynden Burton, Charles Rees, & David Grubb
In this video host of the BWT Podcast Lynden Burton & host of the Primetime Podcast Charles Rees sit down with Bird Writes contributor David Grubb to discuss what's been going on this country(America). They discuss what are the issues this country faces, what are...
11 things to know before the Pelicans restart 2019-20 NBA season
With New Orleans resuming play at the end of this month, let’s review the pertinent details Originally appeared on TheBirdWrites.com, 7/2/2020 If/when the New Orleans Pelicans take the court against the Utah Jazz on July 30, 143 days will have passed between games....
The NFC South is Still the Saints’ Division / David Grubb Joins to Talk QBs & The Return to Camp
While some are trying to hand the NFC South title to Tom Brady and the Bucs, the division is still very much in the hands of Drew Brees and the Saints. David Grubb joins to discuss this offseason’s wild QB carousel and why the Saints came out on top. A look ahead to camp, its liabilities, and excitement.