New Orleans young players Jaxson Hayes and Nickeil Alexander-Walker are hoping to make a bigger impact in their second NBA seasons. Fortunately for the 20-year-old center and 22-year-old guard, they each have a Pelicans veteran at their position to lean on for guidance.
During Saturday’s final day of “Media Week,” Hayes and Alexander-Walker frequently mentioned the importance of being able to learn from teammates Steven Adams and JJ Redick, respectively.
Adams, 27, is a burly, seven-year pro who is a direct contrast from Hayes in numerous ways, including physically. While facing the Pelicans three times in 2019-20 – sometimes matched up vs.