What Will The Pelicans Do at #6?

Alex Len, C Maryland So. (7-1, 255)

That Len will fall this far is seeming more and more unlikely, but if he does he'd certainly be high on the Pelicans wish list. Pairing Len with Anthony Davis would give the Pelicans a potentially dominant pair of big men on both ends of the floor, and that has to be appealing. The presence of Ryan Anderson and Robin Lopez means that Len will be able to develop without too much pressure. However, that also means they will be ignoring other positions of greater need.

Otto Porter, SF Georgetown So. (6-9, 198)

One of those positions of need is small forward, where Al-Farouq Aminu is a free agent, and even if he returns, Aminu is more of a defense, rebounding type. Otto Porter is a much more polished offensive player who can shoot and pass very well. However, like Len it seems unlikely at this point that Porter will be available at 6.

Ben McLemore, SG Kansas Fr. (6-5, 189)

The Pelicans took Austin Rivers last draft, and he proceeded to have one of the worst seasons in NBA history, so it wouldn't shock to see them take another 2 guard. This could become even more of a possibility if Eric Gordon is traded. McLemore is an outstanding shooter and athlete who will benefit from playing alongside a solid point guard in Grievis Vasquez and Davis, especially on the fast-break, where all three excel.

Trey Burke, PG Michigan So. (6-1, 187)

Despite having a breakout season, the Pelicans may not be completely satisfied with Vasquez as their starting point guard. Even if they are, a backup is needed and if the Pelicans think Burke is the best player on the board, they could consider him either an upgrade or a backup and eventual replacement for Vasquez, though I think this is unlikely,

Michael Carter-Williams, PG Syracuse So. (6-6, 184)

The same can be said for Carter-Williams as Burke, though he is a similar player to Vasquez, a big pass first point guard. MCW has much higher upside than Burke or Vasquez because his explosive athleticism. Rumor is he is preferred over Burke, but I don't think in either case point guard is the way that the Pelicans should go.