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Herb Jones Signs $68 Million Extension with Pelicans

7/12/2025

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Herb Jones has solidified his future with the New Orleans Pelicans, signing a lucrative three-year, $68 million contract extension. This deal brings his total to five years and $97 million. Despite battling a shoulder injury that sidelined him for 20 games last season, the 26-year-old forward earned a spot on the 2023-24 All-Defensive First Team, proving his vital role on the team.

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Herb Jones has solidified his future with the New Orleans Pelicans, signing a lucrative three-year, $68 million contract extension. This deal brings his total to five years and $97 million. Despite battling a shoulder injury that sidelined him for 20 games last season, the 26-year-old forward earned a spot on the 2023-24 All-Defensive First Team, proving his vital role on the team.