With a shocking departure from expectations, the New Orleans Pelicans will select Zion Williamson with the first pick in Thursday’s NBA draft. All indications are that he’ll provide the Pels with a franchise cornerstone to replace their top overall selection, Anthony Davis. Recent history suggests the No. 1 pick is not as sure a bet as it appears. While some organizations have set themselves up for years of contention by choosing the participant, others have put themselves back by picking […]
