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LAS VEGAS — The New Orleans Pelicans defeated the Chicago Bulls, 94-77 in the team’s MGM Resorts Summer League opener Monday afternoon.
Here is head coach Willie Green on the team’s win:
Leading the way for the Pelicans was 2021 first-round pick, Trey Murphy III, with 26 points and 9 rebounds.
Trey Murphy III discusses his electric debut with the team:
Naji Marshall followed Murphy with 18 points, 5 rebounds, and 3 steals.
Kira Lewis Jr. added 11 points and 7 assists.
The Pelicans are back in action Wednesday at 6 p.m. CT against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Below is the full schedule:
| Date | Event | Time (Central) | Television | Location |
| Monday, August 9 | Game #1 vs. Bulls | 2:00 p.m. | ESPN2 | Cox Pavilion |
| Wednesday, August 11 | Game #2 vs. Thunder | 6:00 p.m. | NBA TV | Cox Pavilion |
| Friday, August 13 | Game #3 vs. Cavaliers | 5:00 p.m. | NBA TV | Thomas & Mack Center |
| Sunday, August 15 | Game #4 vs. Warriors | 8:00 p.m. | ESPN2 | Cox Pavilion |
| August 16/17 | Game #5 | TBD | TBD | TBD |
