Tonight is the season opener for the Pelicans and the big question mark for this team is the health of Zion Williamson. The former number one pick is healthy now, can he stay that way and lead New Orleans on a deep playoff run.

The Pelicans are running a new offense. They want to play at a faster pace, shoot more threes and space out the floor. Coach Willie Green says Zion will have different ways he can score in this offense…
Cut 18 (16) “…a bit.”
New Orleans tips off the season tonight against Memphis.

LSU Football Coach Brian Kelly says cornerback Zy Alexander will miss some time after suffering a lower leg injury last Saturday. Defensive tackle Mekhi Wingo also could be a out while, but offensive tackle Emery Jones returns to practice today.

Frustrating loss for the Louisiana Tech football team last night as they jumped out to a 16-3 lead in the second quarter, but ended up losing 27-24 to New Mexico State. The Bulldogs had two costly turnovers in the second half.

Hank Bachmeier got the start at quarterback for Tech. His first start in over a month and the Boise State transfer was 20 of 26 for 238 yards and a touchdown pass. He also rushed for two touchdowns. Coach Sonny Cumbie liked what what he saw from Bachmeier…
cut 27 (20) “…come up with em”
Tech is now 3-and-6 on the season and it will take them winning their final three games in order to be bowl eligible. The Bulldogs next game is November fourth at undefeated Liberty.