Pelicans Add Much Needed Veteran Center
- During NBA free agency, veteran center Kevon Looney signed a two-year, $16 million deal with the New Orleans Pelicans after a decade with the Warriors.
- Last season, Looney's role diminished as the Warriors prioritized Draymond Green at center and added rookie Quinten Post for shooting, reducing his playing time.
- Looney's career includes a franchise record of 290 consecutive games and a 22-rebound playoff highlight, with 599 regular-season games averaging 5 points and 5.7 rebounds.
- Kevon Looney joins the Pelicans on a two-year, $16 million deal, providing veteran leadership and mentorship amid a roster reshuffle.
- Kevon Looney's move to the Pelicans reflects New Orleans' strategy to add size after trading Kelly Olynyk, with Pelicans EVP Joe Dumars seeking veteran inside presence.
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Pelicans add much needed veteran center
Pelicans add much needed veteran center
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