NBA: Zion Williamson, Pelicans aim for first playoff success

New Orleans Pelicans Last season: 49-33, lost to Oklahoma City in the first round of the playoffs. COACH: Willie Green (fourth season, 127-119) SEASON OPENER: Oct. 23 vs. Chicago Bulls. DEPARTURES: C Jonas Valanciunas, G Dyson Daniels, F-C Larry Nance Jr., F Naji Marshall. ADDITIONS: G Dejounte Murray, C Daniel Theis, C Yves Missi BetMGM