New Orleans Pelicans forward Herb Jones has been instrumental in the team's recent turnaround, with late-game execution pulling them from the bottom of the standings.
On November 4, 2026, at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, the Pelicans faced the Utah Jazz in a game that went into overtime. Forward Saddiq Bey celebrated with teammates after the extra period, highlighting the squad's renewed resilience.
The victory marks a significant shift for a Pelicans team that had struggled early in the season, with Jones' leadership and clutch performances cited as key factors.
