NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - The New Orleans Pelicans are just over two weeks away from the NBA draft, which will be VP Joe Dumars’s first order of business.
The Pelicans have the No. 7 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, and with a deep field of prospects this year, they should be able to find a player that will contribute right away.
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When it comes to getting the Pelicans back to winning games consistently, Dumars said he’s not interested in a long-term build-up.
Dumars said the Pelicans will take the best available player over drafting for a simple fit.
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