Here’s our latest roundup of what national websites are projecting in terms of the Pelicans’ pick at No. 10 overall in the 2021 NBA Draft. Please note, the following projected draft picks and comments (in quotes) are the opinions of each respective website’s mock draft analysis and do not reflect those of the New Orleans Pelicans.
THE ATHLETIC
10, Josh Giddey, Adelaide (Australia) guard/forward
"The Pelicans grabbing Josh Giddey here could signal two things. First, the pick is on the move. Giddey has a lot of people intrigued despite his inability to shoot the ball because he’s a tall wing who can really make plays for others.