New Orleans Pelicans

New Orleans Pelicans

2nd in Southwest Division
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2021 Team Leaders

Offense

  • Points Per Game

    Zion Williamson
  • Assists Per Game

    Brandon Ingram
  • Field Goal Percentage

    Zion Williamson

Defense

  • Rebounds Per Game

    Jonas Valanciunas
  • Steals Per Game

    Dyson Daniels
  • Blocks Per Game

    Jonas Valanciunas