{
  "id": 12755094,
  "title": "Why Pelicans are focused on ‘spirit’ first, not win/loss record to start Jamahl Mosley era",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/08/why-pelicans-are-focused-on-spirit-first-not-win-loss-record-to-start",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-08T01:11:48.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/why-pelicans-focused-spirit-first-011148272.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The New Orleans Pelicans are putting a premium on team spirit and positive mindset as they embark on the Jamahl Mosley era, rather than focusing on specific win totals, according to executive vice president Joe Dumars. The Hall of Famer has made it clear that the organization has not discussed any potential win total benchmarks for the Zion Williamson-led team. Dumars emphasized that the focus should be on making it to the playoffs and being a part of the dance, rather than dwelling on specific numbers. He stressed the importance of attitude, gratitude, and maintaining a good spirit in the face of challenges. Dumars has repeatedly communicated this message to both players and staff, urging them to show up every day grateful, happy, and upbeat, treating the opportunity to play in the NBA with reverence. He recounted a turning point where he helped rookie Jeremiah Fears get back on track by reminding him of the importance of a good spirit. Dumars expressed his own happiness at being part of the New Orleans organization and his belief that a collective good spirit is essential for achieving success in the NBA.",
  "summary": "Executive vice president of basketball operations Joe Dumars made clear at media day that the New Orleans Pelicans are prioritizing culture and mindset over any specific win total as the team begins the Jamahl Mosley era. Specifically, the Hall of Famer said the head brass have yet to even discuss potential win total benchmarks for this Zion […] The post Why Pelicans are focused on ‘spirit’…",
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  "coverage": {
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  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}