The New Orleans Pelicans are still in search of their first win, but unlike last season, there exists a notably different vibe among this year’s group.
Anthony Davis has gone full-alien mode and his team has decidedly followed him into the trenches. Each of the two losses have witnessed double-digit deficits, yet the Pelicans never quit, putting themselves in positions to possibly sneak away with comeback wins late in fourth quarters.
As a collective whole, Davis’ surrounding cast has disappointed in a number of statistical categories, but the effort, grit and perseverance are things to build on.