Trendon Watford Signs One-Season Deal with the Pelicans

August 18, 2026

Trendon Watford, an unrestricted free agent, will play for the New Orleans Pelicans next season.

The player has agreed to a one-year deal worth $2.9 million guaranteed, according to reporter Shams Charania.

In recent months he had been linked with a move to Europe, specifically to Valencia Basket; however, the player himself ended up denying such rumors.

Watford will continue his NBA career with the Pelicans, where he is expected to take on a significant role in the second unit.

Last season he appeared in 53 official games (7 starts) with averages of 6.5 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game.

Callum Mercer

Callum Mercer

Basketball has been part of my life for as long as I can remember. Based in Vancouver, I write about the players, teams and stories shaping the game across Canada, from the professional stage to the local courts where the next generation is emerging.