Eric Gordon made two separate trips to Las Vegas in mid-July, partly to meet with new coaches, but also to support New Orleans’ summer league team. The shooting guard came away duly impressed by what he saw on the court, as the summer Pelicans went 5-1 and averaged 94.0 points in 40-minute games, despite a roster that featured no proven NBA players. When Gordon envisions how Alvin Gentry’s aggressive, fast-paced offensive system may translate to the 2015-16 Pelicans, the seven-year NBA veteran predicts more enjoyment for everyone – including the people watching from the seats.
“You could see how it is during summer league, with that fast pace,” Gordon said.