SHOCKER: Are Vegas Odds Seriously UNDERRATING New Orleans Pelicans & Zion Williamson's Future?

New Orleans Pelicans face skepticism as Vegas sets a surprisingly low 29.5 win total, casting doubt on Zion Williamson’s impact and whether Dejounte Murray or new head coach Jamahl Mosley can reverse the team’s fortunes. Are the Pelicans being underestimated, or does the roster reveal deeper issues that justify these projections?   Jake Madison explores the Pelicans’ track record versus Vegas expectations, crucial stats like Adjusted Plus-Minus for Murray’s true value, and questions the offense’s ability to grow without added shooters. The episode breaks down Mosley’s coaching history, the impact of defensive rankings, and highlights the challenge of closing a significant win gap in the loaded Western Conference. With questions swirling about Zion’s health, Murray’s ability to boost win totals, and New Orleans’ stagnant roster, Madison offers a data-driven look at what it will realistically take for the Pelicans to surpass Vegas odds and make a run up the standings.   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-pelicans/   Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/nba #NewOrleansPelicans #ZionWilliamson #NBA #pelicans     Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Wayfair Patio season is here and these deals won’t last! Head to https://wayfair.com right now to get your outdoor space ready for way less.   Wayfair. Every style. Every home.     FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started now.     FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.