Pelicans Are a Team to Watch in the Draft Despite Not Having a First-Round Pick

Despite being one of the worst teams in the league last season, the New Orleans Pelicans don't have a first-round pick to show for. After trading their 2026 pick in last year's draft to move up to select Derik Queen, the Pels are one of only two non-playoff teams that don't have a first-rounder.

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