Former LSU Tiger Trendon Watford Signs with the New Orleans Pelicans for $2.9 Million
Trendon Watford returns to the NBA after averaging 7.6 points in five seasons and gives New Orleans needed bench depth.
- On Monday, August 17, 2026, the New Orleans Pelicans signed free agent forward Trendon Watford to a one-year, $2.9 million contract for the upcoming season.
- Watford, an Alabama native and former LSU Tigers star, entered the NBA undrafted in 2021 and played four seasons with the Portland Trail Blazers and Brooklyn Nets before joining the Philadelphia 76ers last year.
- Throughout his five-year career, Watford has appeared in 270 games, averaging 7.6 points and 3.6 rebounds while shooting 51.9% from the field. He recorded a 20-point, 17-rebound, 10-assist triple-double last November.
- Watford will serve as a reserve behind franchise cornerstone Zion Williamson and young standout Derik Queen, providing frontcourt depth in New Orleans. He reportedly chose this NBA opportunity over a potential EuroLeague deal with Valencia Basket.
- The Pelicans hope this signing helps improve upon last season's 26-win record. Watford's arrival provides the team with a productive two-way option as they bolster their rotation for the upcoming year.
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The New Orleans Pelicans and forward Trendon Watford have agreed to a one-year, $2.9 million contract. The deal is likely a partial or non-guaranteed veteran minimum contract for Watford to compete for a roster spot in training camp. Watford appeared in 53 games with the Philadelphia 76ers last season. The 6-foot-8 forward averaged 6.5 points, 3.3 rebounds and 2.5 assists in 16.3 minutes per game for the Sixers. In early November, Watford put up…
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