The New Orleans Pelicans have signed 2023 NBA champion, All-Star, and three-time All-NBA center DeAndre Jordan to a one-year, $3.6 million deal.
Free agent center DeAndre Jordan is signing a one-year, $3.6 million deal with the New Orleans Pelicans, Jeff Schwartz of Excel Sports Management tells ESPN.
This move is expected to provide mentorship for Derik Queen, with Jordan bringing his experience to the team. Last season, Jordan averaged 3.7 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 0.9 assists in 12.3 minutes per game over 56 games.
Author's summary: Pelicans sign DeAndre Jordan to mentor Derik Queen.