New Orleans Pelicans Basketball Cards

New Orleans Pelicans Basketball Cards

New Orleans Pelicans basketball cards feature Zion Williamson, one of the most hyped players in the modern sports card era. Collectors seek Zion's 2019 Panini Prizm and NBA Hoops rookie cards, which have become grail items for many. Rookie cards for Brandon Ingram and past Hornets greats like Chris Paul are also sought after. Pelicans cards, especially Zion's, offer huge upside for modern card investors.

Chris Paul
Anthony Davis
Zion Williamson
David West
Jrue Holiday
Baron Davis
Tyson Chandler
Peja Stojaković
Brandon Ingram
Jamaal Magloire

The New Orleans Pelicans, founded in 2002 as the relocated Charlotte Hornets before rebranding as the Pelicans in 2013, have built a history featuring All-Star talent, playoff breakthroughs, and hopes for future success despite seeking their first NBA championship. Early years centered around Baron Davis, who led New Orleans to multiple playoff appearances in the mid-2000s, before the drafting of Chris Paul in 2005 transformed the franchise. Paul, one of the greatest point guards in NBA history, earned multiple All-Star selections, an All-Star MVP, and carried the team to the 2008 Southwest Division title and the Western Conference Semifinals, elevating the franchise’s profile before his trade to the Clippers in 2011. The arrival of Anthony Davis as the 2012 No. 1 overall pick ushered in a new era, with the dominant forward earning seven All-Star nods, three All-NBA First Team selections, and leading New Orleans to the 2015 and 2018 playoffs, including a first-round sweep of the Portland Trail Blazers in 2018 behind Davis and guard Jrue Holiday. After Davis’ departure to the Lakers in 2019, New Orleans drafted Zion Williamson, whose explosive athleticism and scoring made him an All-Star by his second season despite injury setbacks. Alongside Brandon Ingram, the 2020 Most Improved Player, and defensive ace Herbert Jones, the Pelicans have returned to playoff contention under coach Willie Green, building around a young, talented core. From Chris Paul’s leadership to Anthony Davis’ dominance and Zion’s highlight-reel performances, the Pelicans’ history blends star power, rebuilding eras, and the pursuit of sustained success for New Orleans basketball.