Jordan Poole probably thought he was saying all the right things during his first media appearance with the New Orleans Pelicans on September 23rd. After spending the last two seasons playing for the lowly Washington Wizards, Poole knows how to keep expectations mild. New Orleans, like Washington, is not expected to take the NBA by storm this season, even after adding two lottery picks and Poole this offseason. Jordan Poole Calls Out Wizards’ CentersBetween Derick Queen, Zion Williamson, Yves Missi, and Looney, the Pelicans have their fair share of size, which should allow ample opportunities for Poole, Dejounte Murray, and Jeremiah Fears to thrive in the pick-and-roll. Last season, Poole ranked 28th in the entire league in pick-and-roll possessions per game and scored the 25th most points out of any player in the NBA after having a screen set for him.