Pelicans Select Uconn Guard Jordan Hawkins with the 14th Pick

Marcelo Unda • June 23, 2023

Pels Stay Put and Select Sophmore Guard

Draft day finally came and there was uncertainty whether the Pelicans were going to make any significant roster moves to change the structure of the team. There was lots of buzz surrounding Brandon Ingram and Zion Williamson that either superstar would be traded for a top 3 pick. Shams reported that New Orleans was aggressively pursuing Scoot Henderson (you can read my blog here).


As the days got closer to the Draft, the news we reacted to last week seem to only be rumors.



That's exactly what they did. The Pelcians' took the best remaining shooter and selected Uconn Guard Jordan Hawkins.

Hawkins lead the Huskies to a National title this year, and is known for his 3-PT shooting and range. 

Jordan Hawkins is a baseball fan. peep the dunks!

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