With tonights NBA draft, many teams are seeking for their own version of a franchise altering player. As for New Orleans, their hope is probably to select someone who could potentially end up as a role player on their roster. While this may seem like a simple task to accomplish, history will tell a different story.
The New Orleans Pelicans currently hold the 51st pick in tonights festivity. Though this draft is considered to be a deep one in regards to talent, NOLA’s odds of snagging someone roster worthy are not necessarily in their favor. Yes, historically, we’ve seen draft day steals in the second round in the shape of Monta Ellis and Isaiah Thomas.