NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Preseason practice is underway for the Pelicans, and there’s real optimism that this could be a turnaround season for the Pels.

That’s as long as their most important pieces stay healthy and ‘on’ the court.

A brand-new season is around the corner, and a fresh start is what the Pelicans need

After suffering countless injuries and 61 losses last year, this team is ready to put that season behind them.

Head coach Willie Green says he’s known new Pelicans lead executive Joe Dumars for a long time. He grew up in Detroit, where Dumars spent his playing years, winning championships both as a player and in the front office.

Green says he and Dumars are in constant communication as they look to lead this team back to success this season.

Dumars has also been working close

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