The New Orleans Pelicans have signed 6’8″ power forward Trendon Watford to a one-year, $2.9 million contract, marking their most significant offseason move. Watford, who averaged 6.5 points and 3.3 rebounds in 53 games with Philadelphia last season, may struggle for minutes behind Zion Williamson and Derik Queen. The team also hired new coach Jamahl Mosley to improve their defense, but they are largely retaining a 26-win roster from last year. The Pelicans, facing trade inquiries about Trey Murphy III, hope a coaching change can lead to better on-court performance.
