Pelicans: Signed G Bennedict Mathurin to a contract.

The New Orleans Pelicans, sitting at 26–56 and currently #11 in the Western Conference, have added guard Bennedict Mathurin to their roster. Mathurin posted solid numbers this season, averaging 17.8 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 2.3 assists over 28 games while shooting 43.3 percent from the field.

For a team that is ranked #23 in overall power, on a two‑game losing streak and a 1‑9 run in its last ten contests, Mathurin’s scoring ability could provide a needed boost. His contributions may help improve the Pelicans’ net rating of –4.4 as they look to climb out of the bottom of the conference and finish the season with a more competitive record.