The New Orleans Pelicans have signed three-time All-NBA center DeAndre Jordan to a one-year, $3.6 million deal.
According to Shams Charania, Jordan will act as a mentor for Derik Queen, the team's recent draft pick. This move is seen as a savvy signing by the Pelicans, who lacked a proven center before this offseason.
Free agent center DeAndre Jordan is signing a one-year, $3.6 million deal with the New Orleans Pelicans.
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 an asset off the bench and provide valuable guidance to Queen.
Author's summary: Pelicans sign DeAndre Jordan to mentor Derik Queen.