Pelican sign All-Star, three-time All-NBA center to one-year, $3.6 million deal; will act as mentor for Derik Queen | Sporting News

Pelicans Sign DeAndre Jordan to One-Year Deal

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.

This move is expected to provide mentorship for Derik Queen, the team's recent draft pick. According to Shams Charania,

Free agent center DeAndre Jordan is signing a one-year, $3.6 million deal with the New Orleans Pelicans
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Last season, Jordan averaged 3.7 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 0.9 assists in 12.3 minutes per game over 56 games. Although he won't be the starting center, he will be a valuable asset off the bench.

Author's summary: Pelicans sign DeAndre Jordan to mentor Derik Queen.

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