Pelicans Sign DeAndre Jordan to One-Year Deal
The New Orleans Pelicans have signed three-time All-NBA center DeAndre Jordan to a one-year, $3.6 million deal.
This move is seen as a savvy signing by the Pelicans, who lacked a proven center. Jordan, a 2023 NBA champion, will act as a mentor for Derik Queen, the team's draft pick.
Free agent center DeAndre Jordan is signing a one-year, $3.6 million deal with the New Orleans Pelicans.
According to Shams Charania, Jordan averaged 3.7 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 0.9 assists in 12.3 minutes per game over 56 games last season. Although he won't be the starting center, he will be an asset off the bench.
- Deal: one-year, $3.6 million
- Role: mentor for Derik Queen and backup center
Author's summary: Pelicans sign DeAndre Jordan to mentor Derik Queen.