The New Orleans Pelicans have re-signed center DeAndre Jordan to a two-year, $7.9 million deal. Jordan, a former NBA All-Star, spent last season with the Pelicans and was reportedly sought after by other teams. The Pelicans believed Jordan had interest elsewhere on a one-year deal, prompting them to sign him to a two-year deal to retain his valued locker room presence. However, the team may have made a notable blunder with Jordan's new contract, as they were eligible for a subsidy from the NBA for a one-year veteran's minimum deal. Instead, the Pelicans are now responsible for Jordan's full salary and cap hit. Jordan is set to turn 38 years old and has not averaged double digits in points or rebounding since the 2019-2020 season. He has only appeared in 68 total games over the last two seasons, including 12 games for the Pelicans last season. Despite this, Jordan won the NBA's Teammate of the Year Award with the Pelicans last year. The Pelicans' front office, led by Joe Dumars, is defending their decision to sign Jordan to a two-year deal. The team's reasoning is that they wanted to retain Jordan's leadership and experience, even if it meant taking on a larger contract. Jordan's signing is a significant move for the Pelicans, who are looking to build on last season's performance. With Jordan on board, the team will look to make a push for the playoffs in the upcoming season. The Pelicans' decision to sign Jordan to a two-year deal has sparked debate among fans and analysts, with some questioning the team's judgment. However, the Pelicans are confident that Jordan will continue to be a valuable asset to the team, both on and off the court. As the season approaches, all eyes will be on Jordan and the Pelicans to see how they perform. Jordan's experience and leadership will be crucial in guiding the team through the challenges of the NBA season. The Pelicans are hoping that Jordan's presence will help to bring a sense of stability and continuity to the team, which will be essential in their pursuit of a playoff spot.