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Hometown Hero Pierre Jr. Joins Pelicans at 58th Pick
25 Jun
Summary
- Pelicans selected Jaron Pierre Jr. with the 58th overall pick.
- Pierre Jr. is a New Orleans native and played high school ball locally.
- He brings scoring ability but questions remain about defense and playmaking.
The New Orleans Pelicans selected Jaron Pierre Jr. from Southern Methodist University with the 58th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Pierre Jr. is a hometown product, originally from New Orleans and having attended St. Augustine High School.
The 6'5" shooting guard brings a compelling scoring arsenal, highlighted by athletic finishes and an improved three-point shot, making 37.7% on seven attempts per game over the last two seasons. His ability to create his own shot and knock down contested threes is notable.
However, questions linger regarding his defensive consistency and playmaking abilities, as evidenced by his assist-to-turnover ratio. Pierre Jr. will need to demonstrate improvement in these areas, along with his defensive impact, to secure a rotation spot with the Pelicans.
Pierre Jr. is expected to compete for a roster spot during the Summer League and preseason. His potential addition could bolster the Pelicans' shooting and depth at shooting guard, especially if other players depart.
