The New Orleans Pelicans are among the biggest disasters in the NBA, and it is not all the organization’s fault. But the organization doesn’t get a total pass, as it is the one that has either drafted or signed injury-prone players to huge contracts. Now it seems the Pels are finally looking to rebuild the right way, though they aren’t aiming for a complete rebuild.
Pelicans “Big Believers” In Former Second Round Pick, Looking To Open Roster Spot ( Via Trade) To Promote Him
New Orleans is on pace to compile its second-worst season in franchise history and the second time to finish the season with fewer than 20 victories. The Pelicans sit at the bottom of the Western Conference standings with a 12-37 record. They are tied with Sacramento, Indiana, Washington, and Brooklyn for the worst record in the league.
While the Pelicans are resistant to trading Zion Williamson, Herbert Jones, or Trey Murphy III, several other players are reportedly drawing significant interest from around the league. It appears the Pels plan to move forward with those three, along with Derik Queen and Jeremiah Fears, as the faces of the franchise. At least for the time being.
According to Will Guerrerro of The Athletic, the Pelicans brass, led by the president of basketball operations Joe Dumars, are big believers in Bryce McGowens, who is on a two-way deal, and would like to open up a roster spot for him.
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