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Herb Jones Signs $68 Million Extension with Pelicans

7/17/2025

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Herb Jones has secured a lucrative three-year, $68 million contract extension with the New Orleans Pelicans. Despite a challenging season limited to just 20 games due to injury, his remarkable defensive prowess shines through, placing him among an elite group of players with notable steals and blocks in their first four seasons. His value to the team is undeniable.

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Herb Jones has secured a lucrative three-year, $68 million contract extension with the New Orleans Pelicans. Despite a challenging season limited to just 20 games due to injury, his remarkable defensive prowess shines through, placing him among an elite group of players with notable steals and blocks in their first four seasons. His value to the team is undeniable.