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Pelicans paying $16 million to learn Kevon Looney lesson the Warriors already knew

The Golden State Warriors had to make one of their most painful decisions in recent memory this past offseason, letting veteran center and NBA champion Kevon Looney walk to the New Orleans Pelicans in free agency.

Yet, through the first month of the season, the Pelicans have quickly learned a lesson that the Warriors already experienced firsthand. Looney, despite his value as a veteran and a defensive piece, is no longer a productive player.

Through the first eight games in which he has been healthy, Looney has averaged just 13 minutes a night, posting 2.