Quoth the Rockets, “Nevermore”. After an electrifying 2014-15 campaign, a missed flight and inconsistent play led Houston to move on from the versatile big man after 2016, not even giving him so much as a qualifying offer to retain matching rights on contract offers he earned over the offseason. Where the Rockets overlook, the New Orleans Pelicans are set to benefit.
Jones, at his best, can do a little of everything while not sacrificing his outstanding contributions in the areas expected by a traditional big man. He’s not your grandson’s stretch four– Jones already maintains a bigger frame than Anthony Davis reported to camp with this season at 6’9” and 252 pounds.