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Baylor University center Yves Missi is on his way to New Orleans.
The Pelicans selected Missi with the 21st pick in the 2024 NBA Draft on Wednesday evening.
The 6-foot-11, 230-pound center played one season for the Bears, averaging 10.7 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 1.5 blocks per game in the 2023-2024 season. Missi also shot 61.4 percent from the field.
The Pelicans don't have a second-round pick in this year's draft.
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