Entering the 2025-26 season, expectations are high for the New Orleans Pelicans. The thought of Zion Williamson, Trey Murphy, and Herb Jones all being healthy, paired with the additions of Jordan Poole, Kevon Looney, Saddiq Bey, and three intriguing rookies, things are looking great.
However, despite the upcoming season generating a lot of excitement, one stipulation could absolutely kill the hype train.
I hate to be the one to remind you, but during the 2025 NBA draft, Joe Dumars decided to trade away an unprotected 2026 first-round pick swap with the Milwaukee Bucks. This pick was given up in a package to acquire the draft rights for Derik Queen from the Atlanta Hawks.