Why did the Pelicans sign Holiday? An in-depth analysis of the strategic layout behind
Recently, the news that the NBA New Orleans Pelicans signed Jrue Holiday has triggered widespread discussion. This operation is not only related to the team's short-term competitiveness, but may also affect the direction of team building in the next few years. This article will combine the hot topics and structured data on the Internet in the past 10 days to analyze the multiple reasons why the Pelicans signed Holliday.
1. Popular topics on the Internet in the past 10 days and discussions related to the Pelicans
| topic type | heat index | Related keywords |
|---|---|---|
| Pelicans lineup upgrades | 85 | Holliday, Zion, Ingram |
| Competitive landscape in western China | 78 | Lakers, Warriors, Suns |
| Veteran point guard value | 72 | Paul, Lowry, Holiday |
2. Holliday’s competitive status and data performance
Despite being 33 years old, Holliday was still productive last season. The following is a comparison of key statistics in the past three seasons:
| season | points per game | Assist | three point shooting percentage | defensive efficiency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-21 | 17.7 | 6.1 | 39.2% | 105.3 |
| 2021-22 | 18.3 | 6.8 | 41.1% | 103.8 |
| 2022-23 | 16.5 | 5.4 | 38.5% | 107.2 |
3. Five reasons why the Pelicans signed Holiday
1.Experience inheritance: As a championship point guard, Holliday can guide the young core Zion and Ingram, especially in the critical stage of the playoffs.
2.Defense upgrade: The Pelicans' defensive efficiency ranked only 18th in the league last season. Holiday was selected to the All-Defensive Team three times and can significantly improve perimeter defense.
3.organizational skills: Compared to Graham (traded to the Spurs), Holliday averaged 2.3 more assists per game and lowered his turnover rate by 1.7%.
4.salary flexibility: The two-year, 30 million contract is extremely cost-effective and will coincide with Zion’s maximum salary renewal when it expires in 2025.
5.market value: Holiday’s jersey sales ranked among the top 20 in the league during Milwaukee, which can increase the Pelicans’ commercial income.
4. Expert opinions and fans’ reactions
| source | Review summary | Tendency |
|---|---|---|
| ESPN | "Perfectly fits the Pelicans' win-now strategy" | positive |
| The Ringer | "The risk lies in the hidden dangers of injuries and illnesses caused by age" | neutral |
| Reddit poll | 73% of fans think "B+ level operation" | Positive side |
5. Potential Impact and Future Prospects
This signing may trigger a chain reaction:
- The competition in the Western Conference is heating up: the Pelicans’ odds of winning the championship have increased from +3500 to +2200
- Growth of young players: CJ McCollum may switch to playing without the ball to improve offensive efficiency
-Trade market: The Pelicans still have a 2024 first-round pick that can be used as a bargaining chip in subsequent trades
To sum up, the Pelicans' signing of Holliday is a carefully calculated strategic decision, which not only strengthens the current combat strength, but also retains flexibility for future development. The Pelicans in the new season are worth looking forward to!
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