To try to gain a better understanding of the style of play of prospects who may be potential options for New Orleans in Round 2, we asked an anonymous NBA scout to give his opinion on the accuracy of pro comparisons of selected players. For each player, we provided NBA comparisons that were made by prominent draft websites (such as The Ringer, NBADraft.net, NBA Draft Room), then asked which one is the most accurate comp, based specifically on traits and style of play. Players are listed in alphabetical order, with many of the following names below showing up on mock drafts as a Pelicans pick at either 35, 40, 43 or 53:
Joel Ayayi, Gonzaga guard
Frank Ntilikina, Derrick White or Nickeil Alexander-Walker?