Before the start of free agency, the entire NBA world was aware of New Orleans wish list: three-point shooters, and lots of them.
Hey, Alvin Gentry and Dell Demps said as much in April’s season-ending presser. With the offseason moves almost at their conclusion, the overwhelming majority of fans and experts alike believe the Pelicans have failed in their mission, but is that correct or simply another hot take?
For the 2016-17 season, the Pelicans long perimeter game finished in the middle of the pack, but there was a noticeable drop in efficiency following the trade for DeMarcus Cousins.