Jaylen Nowell News, Rumors, Updates - New Orleans Pelicans

Set to lose roster spot The Pelicans plan to waive Nowell on Wednesday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Impact After failing to win a spot on the Wizards' season-opening roster coming out of the preseason, Nowell caught on with the Pelicans on a one-year deal earlier this month when New Orleans was short on healthy bodies. He had appeared off the bench in eight of the Pelicans' last nine games, averaging 8.4 points, 2.5 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.0 three-pointers in 21.0 minutes while shooting just 35.6 percent from the floor. The Pelicans will replace Nowell on the 15-man roster with Elfrid Payton, who will provide New Orleans with a more traditional option at point guard while Dejounte Murray (hand) and Jose Alvarado (hamstring) are sidelined.

NOVEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Jaylen Nowell interview | Pelicans-Lakers Postgame 11/16/2024

NOVEMBER 17 • YOUTUBE

Anthony Davis has 31 points and 14 rebounds to lead Lakers past the Pelicans 104-99

Anthony Davis had 31 points and 14 rebounds and the Los Angeles Lakers extended their winning streak to five games with a 104-99 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans

NOVEMBER 17 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jaylen Nowell on joining the squad, Dejounte Murray connection | Pelicans Shootaround 11/11/24

NOVEMBER 11 • YOUTUBE

Inefficient off bench Nowell produced 11 points (4-12 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds, one assist and one steal across 23 minutes during Monday's 118-100 loss to Portland.

Impact Nowell made just his second appearance for the Pelicans against the Trail Blazers after signing with New Orleans on Saturday. While the 25-year-old guard struggled with his efficiency, he was the team's leading scorer off the bench. With Jordan Hawkins (back) questionable for Wednesday and Dejounte Murray (hand) and CJ McCollum (thigh) out for significant periods, Nowell could continue to receive extended playing time.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Inefficient off bench Nowell produced 11 points (4-12 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds, one assist and one steal across 23 minutes during Monday's 118-100 loss to Portland.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Headed to NOLA Nowell signed with the Pelicans on Saturday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Impact Nowell signed an Exhibit 10 deal with the Wizards in late August, but he was waived following the end of training camp. Nowell joins a Pelicans team dealing with injuries to CJ McCollum (thigh), Dejounte Murray (hand), Herbert Jones (shoulder) and Trey Murphy (hamstring).

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Let go by Washington The Wizards waived Nowell on Thursday, Varun Shankar of The Washington Post reports.

Impact Nowell made 13 regular-season appearances for the Pistons and Grizzlies in 2023-24. However, he is likely going to begin the 2024-25 campaign with the Capital City Go-Go of the G League.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Signs camp deal with Washington Nowell and the Wizards agreed to an Exhibit 10 contract Wednesday, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.

Impact Nowell was among the top free agents available and could have a decent shot at making Washington's final roster. In 197 career regular-season games with stints in Minnesota, Memphis and Detroit, Nowell holds averages of 8.9 points, 2.2 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.0 three-pointers.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

Remaining in Detroit The Pistons signed Nowell to a rest of season contract Friday, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.

Impact After signing a 10-day deal with Detroit on April 2, Nowell will remain with the Pistons for the final two games of the season. The 23-year-old guard is averaging 8.7 points, 2.7 rebounds and 1.0 assists in 16.7 minutes across his three appearances with the team.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Pistons sign veteran guard Jaylen Nowell The Detroit Pistons signed veteran guard Jaylen Nowell to a 10-day contract, the team announced on Wednesday.Nowell was averaging 17.4 point...

APRIL 3 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

To join Pistons on 10-day deal The Pistons will sign Nowell to a 10-day contract, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact Nowell had a nine-game stint with the Grizzlies earlier this season, but has since been playing for Stockton in the G League. Given the amount of injuries in Detroit, this could be a good opportunity for Nowell to showcase his talents.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Efficient night off the bench Nowell had 12 points (6-8 FG, 0-2 3Pt), four assists and two rebounds across 26 points in Wednesday's 116-102 win over the Pistons.

Impact Nowell returned to the bench for Wednesday's game after starting Saturday against the Suns. He led the reserves in scoring and joined Desmond Bane and Jaren Jackson as the only Grizzlies players to score in double-digits. Nowell signed another 10-day contract with Memphis on Sunday and has scored in double digits in two of his last three appearances.

DECEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Nowell isn't in the starting five for Wednesday's game versus Detroit.

Impact Nowell will be replaced by Derrick Rose in the starting lineup Wednesday. Nowell is averaging 5.8 points, 2.8 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 13.8 minutes across his previous four appearances coming off the bench for the Grizzlies this season.

DECEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets another 10-day contract Nowell and the Grizzlies have agreed to a second 10-day hardship contract, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Impact Nowell has appeared in five games with the Grizzlies after the league granted Memphis two hardship exceptions to combat the team's injury woes. The 24-year-old started and logged 34 minutes in Saturday's loss to Phoenix as a follow-up to a 19-point effort in Friday's win over Dallas. His pure bucket-getting style isn't known for it's efficiency, but Nowell provides a spark and valuable contrast alongside the Grizzlies' defense-first cast. Nowell's new 10-day deal will place him under contract for Memphis' next three games.

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Enters starting lineup Nowell will move into the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Suns, Michael Wallace of the Grizzlies' official site reports.

Impact Derrick Rose (ankle) is sitting out Saturday, but the Grizzlies will roll with Nowell instead of Jacob Gilyard. However, it's more likely that Desmond Bane handles most of the playmaking for the Grizzlies. Nowell made a strong impression on Friday versus the Mavericks, scoring 19 points with four rebounds, one assist, one steal and two three-pointers.

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Drops season-high 19 Nowell registered 19 points (8-14 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds, one assist and one steal over 26 minutes off the bench during Friday's 108-94 win over the Mavericks.

Impact The Grizzlies got contributions from unusual sources Friday as Desmond Bane was the only starter to score more than six points. Nowell saw his first extended action in four games since joining the team and produced his best offensive performance since he scored 51 combined points over back-to-back contests for Minnesota in February of last season. The 2019 second-round pick has shown he's capable of getting hot for short periods, and with Marcus Smart (foot) and Luke Kennard (knee) both unlikely to be back until next weekend, there could be minutes available for Nowell in the short term.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jaylen Nowell goes OFF coming off the bench

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Held scoreless in win Nowell chipped in zero points (0-6 FG, 0-3 3Pt), two rebounds and one assist in 18 minutes during Wednesday's 105-91 victory over Utah.

Impact Nowell's role has increased slightly over his three appearances with the Grizzlies, but he couldn't connect on any field-goal attempts during Wednesday's comfortable win. Over his three appearances with Memphis, he's averaged 1.3 points and 2.3 rebounds in 11.0 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jaylen Nowell Press Conference | Grizzlies vs. Timberwolves

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • YOUTUBE

To ink 10-day hardship with Memphis Nowell is expected to sign a 10-day hardship contract with the Grizzlies, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Impact The NBA has granted the injury-riddled Grizzlies two 10-day hardship contract slots -- the team using them on Nowell and Shaquille Harrison. The 2019 second-round pick spent the first four years of his career with the Timberwolves but has been with the G League's Stockton Kings this year. Nowell has flashed offensive upside, but his three-point shot is unstable. Of the two signees, it seems more likely Harrison will see significant action.

NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to sign with Sacramento Nowell is expected to sign with the Kings on Friday, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.

Impact The details of the deal were not disclosed. Last season, his fourth in Minnesota, Nowell averaged career highs in points (10.8), rebounds (2.6) and minutes played (19.3) per game. He'll compete for a depth spot in Sacramento with Davion Mitchell and Chris Duarte.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available Sunday Nowell (knee) is available for Sunday's Game 4 against the Nuggets.

Impact Nowell was questionable for Sunday's matchup due to left knee tendinopathy, but he'll be able to suit up. Over the first three matchups in the Western Conference First Round, he's averaged 4.7 points in 16.7 minutes per game.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nabs questionable designation Nowell is officially questionable for Sunday's Game 4 against the Nuggets due to left knee tendinopathy.

Impact Nowell has played through the injury in each of the last three games and has averaged 4.7 points and 1.0 assists during 16.7 minutes of action. Barring any setbacks, he should be expected to play through the injury once again Sunday.

APRIL 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suiting up for Game 2 Nowell (knee) is available for Wednesday's game versus the Nuggets.

Impact Alexander-Walker will be replaced by Taurean Prince in the starting five Wednesday. Alexander-Walker tallied seven points, one rebound and one block in 23 minutes during Game 1 and will likely be one of Minnesota's first options off the bench.

APRIL 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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