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Michael Mulford

Where do the Pelicans land in ESPN and B/R’s 2021-22 Power Rankings?

As the 2020-21 season has finally come to an end with the Milwaukee Bucks winning the NBA championship, we reflect on this season while also looking forward to next season.

For the New Orleans Pelicans, the 2020-21 season was a step in the wrong direction and an overall disappointment. The Pelicans finished the regular season with a 31-41 record and missing the playoffs and play-in tournament.

This offseason has already been a busy one with the firing of Stan Van Gundy and the addition of new head coach Willie Green.

Looking forward to the 2021-22 season, ESPN and Bleacher Report put together early power rankings for the entire league.

See below to find out where the Pelicans land in both rankings.

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