What happened: Jaron Pierre Jr. has put on a New Orleans uniform for the first time since joining the franchise. The Pelicans shared a first look at the New Orleans native in team colors.

Why it matters: Pierre Jr. is a hometown addition, a New Orleans native joining the club he grew up watching. His arrival adds young depth to the Pelicans' roster as the team builds toward the 2026-27 season.

What to watch: Watch for how Pierre Jr. factors into the Pelicans' offseason program and where he lands in the rotation heading into training camp.