It’s still very early, but it doesn’t take you long to see that many already have ardent opinions on how this club is faring. Let’s try to simplify proceedings with some very early stats that we should be paying attention to as we move ahead in the season.
The Pelicans Rank 9th in the NBA in Pace (101.4)
Last season there was a clear plan to get the Pelicans to push the ball and take early and good shots in the shot-clock. With some adjustments mid-season with the DeMarcus Cousins trade New Orleans ended up ranking 8th in the NBA.