Pelicans Roster 2016

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2016-17 New Orleans Pelicans Season: A Year of Ups and Downs

Overview

The 2016-17 season was a rollercoaster for the New Orleans Pelicans. Despite a talented roster led by All-Star Anthony Davis, the team finished with a disappointing 34-48 record, 10th in the NBA's Western Conference.

Roster

The Pelicans entered the season with a strong core of players, including: * Anthony Davis (Forward) * DeMarcus Cousins (Center) * Jrue Holiday (Guard) * Tyreke Evans (Guard) * E'Twaun Moore (Guard)

Regular Season

The Pelicans started the season strong, going 10-5 in their first 15 games. However, injuries and inconsistency plagued the team throughout the year. Anthony Davis missed 17 games due to injuries, while DeMarcus Cousins struggled to find his rhythm after being traded to New Orleans in February.

Playoffs

Despite their regular season struggles, the Pelicans managed to qualify for the playoffs as the eighth seed in the Western Conference. They faced the Golden State Warriors in the first round, but were eliminated in four games.

Anthony Davis' Season Highlight

On October 10, 2016, Anthony Davis scored a season-high 50 points in a game against the Chicago Bulls. This performance showcased Davis' immense talent and potential, but also highlighted the Pelicans' struggles to win games consistently. Despite the disappointing outcome of the season, the 2016-17 New Orleans Pelicans Roster will look to improve in the 2017-18 season with the addition of Rajon Rondo and the development of young players like Buddy Hield and Cheick Diallo.

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