The Pelicans put up a valiant effort before falling to the Golden State Warriors. Dell Demps, Alvin Gentry and the rest of the NBA now have their full focus on the NBA draft combine and improving the team for next year.

As of this writing the Pelicans have the 55th pick in the NBA draft. Here are 3 long shot prospects that could fall to the second round and within the Pelicans reach. Watch this space through the week for a list of European targets and other NBA combine participants.

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Kevin Huerter

19-years-old

Maryland

Shooting Guard

6’7” 190 lbs

14.8 ppg 3.4 APG 41.7% 3FG

While not listed on many draft boards to begin this process, Huerter had a solid combine. Huerter played 25 impressive minutes the first day. He showed poise and touch on his shot, leading his team in scoring and generally passed the ball well in a setting not known for rhythmic passing.

Kevin Huerter finished with 14 points (5-11 FGs, 3-8 from three), three rebounds, one assist and one turnover in his team's 70-63 loss. Easily one of the game's biggest standouts. Certainly helped himself. — Josh Stirn (@Josh_Stirn) May 17, 2018

Huerter could help the Pelicans guard and wing rotation, especially if the Pelicans trade or renounce some likely suspects.

In the combine measurements Huerter ran the fastest shuttle run on Thursday, ranked 4th in the three-quarter-court sprint, and touched 38 inches on his vertical. His was perfect from the mid range right side spot and 80% from NBA range on the right side. Huerter proved in the 5v5 session that he could shoot against actual defenders.

No doubt. Excellent showing for Kevin Huerter so far today—he's arguably the best off-balance 3-point shooter in the draft. Clean shooting stroke with deep range, and impressive passing vision for his position. He's a potential riser. https://t.co/f4M6DnEnQA — Kevin O'Connor (@KevinOConnorNBA) May 17, 2018

It is still doubtful if Huerter will remain in the draft. There are reports that he wants to be a lottery pick and loves the college life.