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Pelicans Sign Jalen McDaniels to Compete for Final Roster Spot

The low-risk deal gives the veteran wing a showcase in training camp for New Orleans’ final standard roster spot.

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Feb 21, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) looks on during the second quarter against the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • McDaniels agreed to terms on August 18 on a one-year deal that is expected to carry minimal guarantees under an Exhibit 10-style structure.
  • The 6-foot-9 forward has averaged 6.7 points and 3.3 rebounds across six NBA seasons with Charlotte, Philadelphia, Toronto and Washington.
  • League rules bar McDaniels from a two-way contract after six seasons, meaning he must occupy one of New Orleans’ standard roster slots if he sticks.
  • He will compete alongside other hopefuls in training camp to secure the Pelicans’ 15th and final standard contract for the 2025-26 season.
  • New Orleans has reaffirmed its faith in Zion Williamson as the centerpiece of its rebuild if he can maintain his health.