NBA Rumor Central: Pelicans bring in Hamilton

After an ineffective rookie season, will Nik Stauskas take a big step in Year 2 now for the 76ers?The New Orleans Pelicans are desperate to add a healthy body to the injury-ravaged roster and help is on the way as forward Jordan Hamilton is set to sign a 10-day contract, as confirmed by ESPN.com's Justin Verrier.

Hamilton has been playing in the D-League with the Rio Grande Valley Vipers and he's averaging 14.9 points, 9.4 rebounds and 4.0 assists.

Hamilton, a four-year NBA veteran, played in 14 games with the Los Angeles Clippers during the 2014-15 season.