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Pelicans Scoop: Needs

Shamit – With news that Elfrid Payton is now out for 6 weeks, the Pelicans need a solution on the ball handling front. Currently Jrue Holiday is the sole player who can consistently apply pressure on defenses with his drives and is currently attacking the paint with the 2nd highest frequency in the league. The shortage of ball handlers and playmakers has led to frequent turnover issues and increased playmaking responsibilities for guys like Moore and Davis. Jrue has done a phenomenal job thus far, but the Pelicans would do well to secure him some help on the bench.