The first people to get a look at that team will be in Australia.

Following the Pelicans' win over the Clippers on Tuesday night, Zion Williamson explained what he wants from the team over the summer.

Pelicans to play preseason games in Melbourne against NBL’s Melbourne United and South East Melbourne Phoenix on Oct. 3 and 5.

The Pelicans make history as the first NBA team to play in Australia. Discover the exciting Melbourne Series matches!

The New Orleans Pelicans will play two Melbourne teams in pre-season games in Melbourne in October, bringing the National Basketball Association (NBA) to Australia for the first time.

The Pelicans are scheduled to play Melbourne united on October 3 and South East Melbourne Phoenix on October 5. The games will be played at Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne.

New Orleans Pelicans will become the first NBA team to play in Australia when they tip off in two pre-season games in October, organisers said Tuesday."This is an exciting moment for our organisation and a testament to the growing global impact of the NBA,

The New Orleans Pelicans will play Melbourne United and South East Melbourne Phoenix in historic NBA pre-season fixtures in the Victorian capital.

The NBA announced its plans to play in Australia for the first time on Monday. The New Orleans Pelicans are the lucky team who will head across the globe for two preseason games before the 2025-26 season begins.