Rejoining the NBA! Hello, NBA! Zion and others welcome back an All-Star center.

He's really well-liked~

Never worried about not having a team to play for. The Pelicans officially announced signing free agent DeAndre Jordan to a contract; renowned reporter Fischer stated:Jordan's contract to return to New Orleans is for two years and $7.9 million, fully guaranteed.

Last season, Jordan played for the Pelicans, appearing in 12 games (7 starts), averaging 16.6 minutes, 4.4 points, and 6.3 rebounds per game with a 65.6% shooting percentage.

Notably, Jordan was named the 25-26 season "Twyman-Stokes Teammate of the Year" award winner. This award recognizes players who are regarded as the best teammates, based on selfless play, leadership as a mentor and role model on and off the court, and unwavering commitment and dedication to the team.

Jordan was born on July 21, 1988, and will soon be 38 years old. He is a big center standing 2.11 meters tall with a 2.29-meter wingspan. He was the fifth pick in the second round of the 2008 draft.

Throughout his NBA career so far, his accolades include winning the championship with the Nuggets in the 22-23 season, being selected to three All-NBA teams and two All-Defensive teams, leading the league in rebounds twice, making one All-Star appearance, and earning one Olympic gold medal.

Having spent 18 seasons in the NBA, Jordan's total career earnings are estimated at $181 million. He has played for the Clippers, Mavericks, Knicks, Nets, Lakers, 76ers, Nuggets, and Pelicans, with the following stats:

Regular season: averaged 25 minutes, 8.5 points, 9.7 rebounds, and 1.4 blocks per game, shooting 67.3% from the field.

Playoffs: averaged 25.7 minutes, 8 points, 9.2 rebounds, and 1.7 blocks per game, shooting 67% from the field.

In short, the young Jordan was a top-tier blue-collar center in the NBA, while the older Jordan became a locker room leader, always able to recognize his role and thus enjoy a long career.

Now, it remains to be seen whether Pelicans star Zion can fully transform under Jordan's influence. It is said that he has been very disciplined and hardworking during this summer's offseason.

My "Fat Tiger" (Zion) played a career-high 62 games last season, averaging 29.7 minutes, 21 points, 5.7 rebounds, 3.2 assists, and 1 steal per game, shooting 60% from the field.