Many interested in the NBA may poke fun at New Orleans for changing its mascot to the Pelicans beginning in the 2013-14 season. But those jokers are likely to eat their words sooner or later, because the currently dubbed Hornets are building the foundation for a new era of long-term success.
Current Los Angeles Clippers star point guard and former Hornet Chris Paul certainly doesn't give the change his seal of approval:
Pelicans??? #ImNotRollin
— Chris Paul (@CP3) January 24, 2013
Reaction in the city to the new nickname has been mixed, as documented by NOLA.com's Jimmy Smith. That trend has appropriately paralleled the team's play on the court this year.
After a nightmarish start, New Orleans has shown a recent resurgence thanks to improved health. No. 1 overall pick Anthony Davis has integrated his way into the starting lineup after overcoming early injury setbacks.
Unfortunately, Davis was hurt once again in a recent matchup with the Sacramento Kings, and although he has played in the past two games, the Hornets have lost both.
But high-scoring shooting guard Eric Gordon has also returned after missing the ...
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New Orleans Pelicans: Mascot Change Parallels Promising New Era for Franchise
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