Herbert Jones
New Orleans Pelicans/SF/
United StatesPlayer Info
Herbert Jones has rapidly established himself as one of the premier defensive players in the NBA, a key pillar for the New Orleans Pelicans. The 6'7" forward from Greensboro, Alabama, was a second-round steal (35th overall) in the 2021 Draft out of the University of Alabama, where he was the SEC Player of the Year and Defensive Player of the Year. Jones made an immediate impact in the league with his relentless defensive intensity, versatility to guard multiple positions, and high basketball IQ. Nicknamed "Herb," he has become indispensable to the Pelicans' identity, often tasked with shutting down the opposition's best perimeter player. Offensively, he has developed into a reliable cutter and corner three-point shooter. His honors already include NBA All-Defensive Second Team recognition, a testament to his rapid ascent. On a team-friendly contract, Herbert Jones is the epitome of a winning player, whose value extends far beyond the box score and who is crucial to any success the Pelicans achieve.
Overview
Honors
Key Stats
Glossary
NBA 2025-2026Preseason
GP
2
MPG
22.5
PPG
8.5
2PM%
36%
3PM%
16%
REB
2.5
AST
1
STL
1.5
BLK
0
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
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Statistics
NBA 2025-2026Preseason
Per Game Statistics
Games Played
2
Games Started
2
Minutes
22.5
Points
8.5
Rebound
2.5
Assist
1
Block
0
Steal
1.5
Field Goal %
29%
3-Point Field Goal %
16%
Free Throw %
85%
Offensive Rebound
0
Defensive Rebound
2.5
Turnovers
0.5
Assists/Turnovers
2
Personal Fouls
3
Total Data
Points
17
Rebound
5
Assist
2
Block
0
Steal
3
Field Goal %
29%
3-Point Field Goal %
16%
Free Throw %
85%
Offensive Rebound
0
Defensive Rebound
5
Turnovers
1
Personal Fouls
6