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3 New Orleans Pelicans takeaways from NBA trade deadline mania

By Zachary Capello

CHICAGO, IL - FEBRUARY 6: Zion Williamson #1 of the New Orleans Pelicans high fives teammates Copyright 2020 NBAE (Photo by Jeff Haynes/NBAE via Getty Images)
CHICAGO, IL - FEBRUARY 6: Zion Williamson #1 of the New Orleans Pelicans high fives teammates Copyright 2020 NBAE (Photo by Jeff Haynes/NBAE via Getty Images) /
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CHICAGO, IL – FEBRUARY 6: Zion Williamson #1 of the New Orleans Pelicans high fives teammates during introductions before game against the Chicago Bulls on February 6, 2020 at United Center in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2020 NBAE (Photo by Jeff Haynes/NBAE via Getty Images) /

10 New Orleans Pelicans score at least eight points in 125 point victory against the Chicago Bulls.

Nearly everyone being paid to play basketball in a New Orleans Pelicans jersey contributed significantly to their winning effort in yesterday’s game against the Bulls. From rookies to veterans, nine guys of the 10-man rotation* scored at least eight points while also notching at least one assist and one rebound – while all 10 put up at least eight points.

It was team-oriented basketball at its finest. The 10-man rotation posted an average of 4.4 boards, 3.7 dimes and 12.1 points per player, a stat line considered impressive for a single player, and it was achieved by a whole squad.

Zion Williamson stood out, as has been usual lately, especially with regard to his on-court chemistry with point guard Lonzo Ball. Zo dished out 10 assists, while Zion posted a 21-4-1 line.

Also on a tear recently has been Josh Hart, logging an impressive stat line of 12-7-6. According to the NBA’s player impact estimate, Hart has been the second most impactful Pelican over the last three games.

While Zion and Hart had great outings, no single player stood out on the box score. This type of play is the Pelicans’ best version, and the recipe for mowing down our remaining 30 matchups.

*this includes everyone minus Jahlil Okafor, Frank Jackson and Nickeil Alexander-Walker.

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