The New Orleans Pelicans are on pace to set an NBA record for the most missed games by a roster. As of this writing -- yeah, it can change at the drop of a hat -- 21 different players have suited up for the franchise during the 2015-16 season. Yet despite this and the fact their top-7 scorers from last year are done for the season, there is a real chance New Orleans could start dropping down the lottery standings and thereby significantly worsen their odds of drafting Ben Simmons, Brandon Ingram or another top prospect.
For some time now, the Pelicans have held fast onto the 6th worst record in the league.