Steve and Charlie criticized the Pelicans for holding Zion Williamson out of home games in back-to-backs. The guys listened to audio from new Saints DC Brandon Staley. Staley discussed his philosophy for building a defense, his connection with head coach Kellen Moore, and the Saints' assistant coaching staff. Oleh Kosel, a credentialed NBA reporter covering the Pelicans, joined Sports Talk. Kosel reviewed New Orleans' issues in the third quarter. He also previewed their upcoming matchups with the Clippers and Magic. Steve and Charlie spoke to a WWL listener about the Pelicans.