To say that this situation has been disappointing for the New Orleans Pelicans wouldnāt even tell half of the story. They entered the campaign with high aspirations, yet they could end up with one of the worst records.
Dejounte Murray was barely able to play because of injuries, and they traded the often-hurt Brandon Ingram as well. As for Zion Williamson, heās always been a rare sight on the court.
However, there might be a light at the end of the tunnel. According to ESPN analyst Jeremy Woo, they could get their hands on Rutgers star PG/SG Dylan Harper with the second-overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft.
Dylan Harper might go No. 2 to the New Orleans Pelicans
āQuality shot creation on the perimeter remains a major need. Harperās mix of size, playmaking chops and star power could address many of the issues here at once and bolster the rotation on a roster that is trying to compete while still skewing young,ā wrote Woo.
Dylan Harper #2 of the Rutgers Scarlet Knights
Harper isnāt the average point guard. Like Murray, heās big, tall, and with long arms, and he can play both positions in the backcourt. However, heās a much better shooter.
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Once again, the Pelicansā hopes will most likely linger on whether Zion Williamson can stay healthy. In the meantime, they can develop Harper to potentially take his spot as the franchise player.
