NBA Rumor Central: Pelicans to keep Hamilton

After an ineffective rookie season, will Nik Stauskas take a big step in Year 2 now for the 76ers?The 10-day contract signed by swingman Jordan Hamilton expired on Sunday night and according to The Advocate, the New Orleans Pelicans have decided to keep him on the roster for the duration of the regular season. The deal might be signed on Monday.

Hamilton, a four-year NBA veteran, has played in five games with the Pelicans and he's averaging 11.4 points, 6.2 rebounds and 2.8 assists.