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2016-17 Season Review: New Orleans Pelicans Backcourt

By Terrence Verwayne

Feb 13, 2017; Phoenix, AZ, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Jrue Holiday (11) handles the ball against Phoenix Suns guard Eric Bledsoe (2) in the second half of the NBA game at Talking Stick Resort Arena. The New Orleans Pelicans won 110-108. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 13, 2017; Phoenix, AZ, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Jrue Holiday (11) handles the ball against Phoenix Suns guard Eric Bledsoe (2) in the second half of the NBA game at Talking Stick Resort Arena. The New Orleans Pelicans won 110-108. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports /
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April 11, 2017; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Corey Brewer (3) moves the ball against New Orleans Pelicans forward Axel Toupane (10) during the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
April 11, 2017; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Corey Brewer (3) moves the ball against New Orleans Pelicans forward Axel Toupane (10) during the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports /

Axel Toupane

20.5 MPG (2 GP) | 5.5 PPG

Similar to Quinn Cook, Axel Toupane joined the Pelicans late in the year out of the D-League. The 6’7″ wing from France is an intriguing prospect with potential as a “3-and-D” player who can also handle the ball.

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Toupane will likely be a part of the Pelicans’ Summer League team along with Quinn Cook. If he plays well enough, he could remain with the team during training camp with a chance to make next year’s roster if the Pelicans determine they like what they see.

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