Herbert Jones is dealing with a torn labrum and will not take the court for the New Orleans Pelicans. He is out indefinitely due to this injury. The news was confirmed following the Pelicans’ recent matchup against the Portland Trail Blazers.
What It Means
This season, Herbert Jones has been contributing an average of 10.2 points per game, ranking him 238th in the league and 9th on his team. He also averages 3.9 rebounds and 3.2 assists per game, placing him among the top five at his position in assists in 55% of games played. The Pelicans have struggled both with and without Jones, holding a record of 5-15 when he plays compared to 2-16 when he does not. Offensively, they have averaged more points per game (111.5) with him in the lineup than without (102.0).
