The New Orleans Pelicans have waived guard Dominique Daniels Jr. And forward Solomon Washington. The team released both players after they had signed Exhibit 10 contracts earlier in the week. This roster move comes as the Pelicans look to finalize their lineup following a tough run of form, including a 132-126 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on April 13, 2026.
The Pelicans parted ways with two recent signings. Dominique Daniels Jr., a guard, and Solomon Washington, a frontcourt player, were both let go. They had only just joined the organization on Exhibit 10 deals, which are often used for training camp invites and to assign G League rights. The quick turnaround indicates the team is actively evaluating its depth options ahead of the season. These decisions are a normal part of the preseason process as franchises trim their rosters to the league-mandated limit.
Timing is everything in the NBA's roster-building calendar. Waiving Daniels and Washington gives the Pelicans front office, led by General Manager Trajan Langdon, more flexibility. It opens up two-way contract slots or creates room to bring in other players for a look. The team's recent on-court struggles, including losing four of their last five games, might have accelerated evaluations. Their defensive woes were highlighted in a 144-118 defeat to the Boston Celtics on April 10.
The roster adjustments come during a challenging period for the team's performance. New Orleans' form over its last five outings stands at 1 win and 4 losses. After a high-scoring 156-137 victory over the Utah Jazz on April 8, the Pelicans dropped close games to the Orlando Magic (112-108) and Sacramento Kings (117-113). They then fell to the Portland Trail Blazers 118-106 on April 3 before the recent losses to Boston and Minnesota. Giving up 132 points to the Timberwolves shows there are clear defensive issues to address. Fans can track the team's progress and upcoming schedule on our [fixtures](/fixtures) page.
For Dominique Daniels Jr. And Solomon Washington, the goal will likely be to catch on with the Pelicans' G League affiliate, the Birmingham Squadron, if they clear waivers. Exhibit 10 contracts can include a bonus for spending time with the affiliate team. For the Pelicans, the search for the right end-of-bench pieces continues. Head coach Willie Green will want more consistency from his rotation, especially on the defensive end. The front office will keep scanning the market for potential additions who can provide toughness and perimeter shooting. Every move from here is about constructing a roster that can compete in a loaded Western Conference and improve upon that difficult 1-4 stretch.
