The New Orleans Pelicans squad for NBA Summer League is shaping up around Zion Williamson. David Griffin and company have been building excitement for the Pelicans future since being hired. NBA Summer League will be the first time players with Pelicans jerseys can make winning moves as well.
The New Orleans Pelicans have a range of players, playing for different kinds of contracts and team roles. Jaxson Hayes wants to prove he should start the year with rotation minutes, not face an expected red shirt-development type season.
Nickeil Alexander-Walker will want to prove to the coaching staff that he can handle a few minutes at the end of regular season quarters.