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Pelicans Waive Jalen McDaniels and Garrison Brooks in Preseason Roster Trim

Both players were on Exhibit 10 deals, positioning them to join the Birmingham Squadron.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 05: Jalen McDaniels of the Pelicans in action during the NBAxNBL match between South East Melbourne Phoenix and New Orleans Pelicans at Rod Laver Arena on October 05, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/Getty Images)

Overview

  • New Orleans announced the waivers on Monday, confirming the moves via the team's account on October 6.
  • The cuts reduce the Pelicans to 19 players, with three two-way slots also in place as camp winds down.
  • McDaniels, a six-year NBA veteran, recently logged 26 G League starts for Capital City Go-Go, averaging 13.0 points and 7.3 rebounds.
  • Brooks, 26, last appeared in the G League with the Westchester Knicks in 2022–23, posting 13.7 points and 11.1 rebounds over 22 games.
  • Exhibit 10 terms allow both players to sign with New Orleans' G League affiliate to remain in the organization’s development pipeline.