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NBA Notes: Pelicans, Bennedict Mathurin, Nuggets, DeMar DeRozan, Pacers

Bennedict Mathurin sounds pretty happy to be somewhere he feels wanted. Mathurin joined the Pelicans on a two-year, $16 million contract after finishing last season with the Clippers, and he made his feelings fairly clear when discussing his new home.

Published: Saturday, 3 October 2026 at 5:31 PM
NBA Notes: Pelicans, Bennedict Mathurin, Nuggets, DeMar DeRozan, Pacers
Key Things to Know
  • NBA notes feature Bennedict Mathurin with the Pelicans, DeMar DeRozan's bench role in Denver, and Indiana's preseason adjustments.
  • Bennedict Mathurin signed a two-year, $16 million deal featuring a player option with the New Orleans Pelicans.
  • Denver Nuggets coach David Adelman confirmed DeMar DeRozan will play a reserve role behind the established starting five.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Bennedict Mathurin expressed enthusiasm about joining the New Orleans Pelicans on a two-year, $16 million contract with a player option. Meanwhile, Denver Nuggets coach David Adelman confirmed that six-time All-Star DeMar DeRozan will come off the bench as the leader of the second unit, while Denver retains its starting lineup from last season.

In Indiana, new addition Kelly Oubre Jr. praised the Pacers' fast-paced, quick-decision offensive system during preseason training. Center Jay Huff noted the team's strong pace and depth, though head coach Rick Carlisle cautioned that the squad still has considerable progress to make across several areas.

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