Overview
- Jordan’s contract is official on the NBA transaction log as a prorated veteran minimum worth $3,592,381, carrying a $2,269,880 cap hit.
- The Pelicans opened the 15th roster spot by waiving guard Jaden Springer, whose 2025–26 salary was non-guaranteed.
- The team said Jordan was with the club Friday morning and expected to be available for the home game against the Spurs.
- Jordan enters his 18th season as a three-time All-NBA selection and 2023 Nuggets champion, after averaging 3.7 points and 5.1 rebounds in 12.3 minutes over 56 games last season.
- Kevon Looney is out with a left knee sprain for an estimated two to three weeks and Yves Missi is day-to-day with a right ankle sprain, creating the immediate need for experienced center depth.