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New Orleans Pelicans-Herbert Jones Agree To 3-Year Contract Extension

Originally posted on Total Apex Sports | By Justin Rimpi | Last updated Jul 10, 2025 9:01 PM ET

The New Orleans Pelicans signed Forward Herb Jones to a three-year $68 million contract extension this evening. He has five years and $97 million left on his Pelicans deal with a player option for the 2029-30 season. Jones was limited to 20 games during the 2024-25 regular season because of a shoulder injury. He was another one of the team’s marquee players injured last season. He averaged 10.9 points, 3.9 boards, and 3.3 assists during his time on the floor. How will Jones play with the New Orleans Pelicans going forward?

New Orleans Pelicans Team Outlook

New Orleans Pelicans forward Herb Jones has agreed to a three-year, $68 million contract extension with the franchise, Mark Bartelstein and Kieran Piller of @PrioritySports told ESPN. Jones now has a total five years and $97M on his Pelicans deal – with player option in 2029-30. pic.twitter.com/qXTvYT7Rym

— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) July 10, 2025

New Orleans is looking to rebound from a miserable regular season. The team’s marquee move this offseason was trading for mercurial Guard Jordan Poole a few weeks ago. New Orleans also drafted Jeremiah Fears No. 7 overall and Derik Queen 13th overall.

The New Orleans Pelicans have a talented roster on paper, anchored by Zion Williamson , but it must translate to success on the hardwood. Dejounte Murray is also a talented player. As is the case with many players on the roster, health is their biggest concern.

Final Thoughts

Jones is a solid signing for a New Orleans Pelicans team hoping to get back on track. He will be Williamson’s backup and look to play a full season. If Jones can remain on the court, he can contribute during the upcoming season.

This article first appeared on Total Apex Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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