NBA 2019-20: 3 Reasons why New Orleans Pelicans will make the playoffs next season

#3 Young core

Josh Hart

Minus Kyle Kuzma, the Lakers have essentially shipped their entire young core that was talked about so much to the Pelicans. Through this, the Pelicans now have the depth that they have been lacking over the last couple of years.

Lonzo Ball can pass the ball and grab rebounds while occasionally putting up numbers on the board. Brandon Ingram is a scorer who has taken huge strides over the last couple of years and is slowly becoming what many thought he would when he was drafted. Josh Hart is a strong and scrappy role player who will hustle for every ball and can knock down the 3.

When you add Zion Williamson to this mix, the now Pelicans young core becomes very scary. Add to this some interior presence in the form of rookie Jaxson Hayes who is a robust rim protector and thrives in the post on offense. The Pels will play fast, run the floor, and will be a dominant force in the open court.

We can expect to see a lot of exciting plays from this team, but most importantly, we can expect production on both ends of the floor that will help them secure a playoff spot in the upcoming season.