Jones (shoulder) was diagnosed Friday with a torn labrum, which will keep him out indefinitely. Injuries have ripped through the Pelicans all season, and now they've lost one of their best defensive players, with Jones being diagnosed with a posterior labrum tear in his right shoulder. There's no timetable for his return, which is devastating for New Orleans. Brandon Boston and Javonte Green could see a boost in minutes due to Jones being on the mend, though the team just got Zion Williamson (hamstring) back and Brandon Ingram (ankle) could return to action soon as well.
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OUT - Shoulder - Strain Expected Return: 2025-04-02Previous game (vs. POR 1/8)
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2024-25 Season Stats
Herbert Jones Career Stats
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Career Averages
PTSREBASTBLKSTL10.13.82.50.71.6Year GP GS MIN PTS REB AST BLK STL TO DD2 TD3 3PM 3PA 3P% 2PM 2PA 2P% FGM FGA FG% FTM FTA FT% OREB DREB PF A/TO +/- TS% 2024-25 20 20 32.4 10.3 3.9 3.3 0.5 1.9 1.8 0 0 1.1 3.6 30.6% 2.7 5.0 53.0% 3.8 8.6 43.6% 1.7 2.0 82.5% 1.1 2.8 3.3 1.9 -20 54.1% 2023-24 76 76 30.5 11.0 3.6 2.6 0.8 1.4 1.2 0 0 1.5 3.6 41.8% 2.4 4.1 56.8% 3.9 7.7 49.8% 1.8 2.1 86.7% 1.0 2.6 2.9 2.1 +231 63.6% 2022-23 66 66 29.5 9.8 4.1 2.5 0.6 1.6 1.3 0 0 0.8 2.5 33.5% 2.7 5.1 53.6% 3.6 7.6 46.9% 1.9 2.4 76.4% 1.5 2.6 3.2 1.8 +150 56.7% 2021-22 78 69 29.9 9.5 3.8 2.1 0.8 1.7 1.3 1 0 0.7 2.2 33.7% 2.8 5.2 53.3% 3.5 7.4 47.6% 1.8 2.1 84.0% 1.3 2.5 3.1 1.7 +68 57.3% Career 24023130.210.13.82.50.71.61.3101.02.836.6%2.64.854.3%3.77.747.7%1.82.282.4%1.22.63.11.9+42958.9% -
Career Averages
PTSREBASTBLKSTL11.64.02.10.61.6Year GP GS MIN PTS REB AST BLK STL TO DD2 TD3 3PM 3PA 3P% 2PM 2PA 2P% FGM FGA FG% FTM FTA FT% OREB DREB PF A/TO +/- TS% 2023-24 4 4 35.3 13.0 5.0 2.5 0.3 1.3 2.8 0 0 2.0 6.0 33.3% 2.0 4.3 47.1% 4.0 10.3 39.0% 3.0 3.0 100.0% 1.5 3.5 3.8 0.9 -47 56.2% 2021-22 6 6 37.7 10.7 3.3 1.8 0.8 1.8 1.3 0 0 0.8 2.0 41.7% 2.7 5.3 50.0% 3.5 7.3 47.7% 2.8 3.7 77.3% 1.3 2.0 3.7 1.4 -13 59.6% Career 101036.711.64.02.10.61.61.9001.33.636.1%2.44.949.0%3.78.543.5%2.93.485.3%1.42.63.71.1-6058.0%
Herbert Jones
Season Stats
Previous Game (vs. POR 1/8)
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2024-25 Stats
GPMINPTSREBASTTOPF2032.410.33.93.31.83.32024-25 Rebounding
REBDREBOREB3.92.81.12024-25 Defensive
BLKSTL0.51.92024-25 Shooting
FG%2P%3P%FT%TS%43.6%53.0%30.6%82.5%54.1%2024-25 Advanced
+/-A/TOTD3DD2-201.900
Herbert Jones
Game Log
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PreseasonDateOppResultMINPTSREBASTBLKSTLTO3PA3PM3P%2PA2PM2P%FGAFGMFG%FTAFTMFT%OREBDREBA/TO+/-PFPERTS%10/15L 118-98235420104125.0%2150.0%6233.3%000.0%130.0-141741.7%10/13L 101-99234520234125.0%100.0%5120.0%2150.0%140.7-91634.0%10/7W 106-104185000212150.0%2150.0%4250.0%000.0%000.0+62362.5%
Preseason Totals 21.64.73.01.30.01.71.33.31.030.0%1.70.740.0%5.01.733.3%0.70.350.0%0.72.31.0-171.36.744.1% -
Regular SeasonDateOppResultMINPTSREBASTBLKSTLTO3PA3PM3P%2PA2PM2P%FGAFGMFG%FTAFTMFT%OREBDREBA/TO+/-PFPERTS%1/8L 119-10018001021100.0%200.0%300.0%000.0%001.0-17240.0%1/7L 104-973110650025240.0%4125.0%9333.3%22100.0%062.5+341050.6%1/5W 110-983711412214125.0%4375.0%8450.0%22100.0%041.0+211861.9%1/3W 132-1203310160213266.7%3266.7%6466.7%000.0%016.0+2751283.3%1/1L 119-10838844012100.0%4375.0%5360.0%22100.0%042.0+05968.0%12/30L 116-1133318450213266.7%7457.1%10660.0%44100.0%225.0+742476.5%12/27L 132-12427453232300.0%3266.7%6233.3%000.0%231.5+45533.3%12/26L 128-111301067002200.0%11545.5%13538.5%000.0%423.5-42838.5%12/22L 132-12939866144200.0%6350.0%8337.5%22100.0%151.5+331545.0%12/21L 104-93325440314125.0%300.0%7114.3%4250.0%224.0+46528.5%12/19L 133-1133120220018450.0%6233.3%14642.9%44100.0%112.0-2131463.5%12/15L 119-1043719530438225.0%9444.4%17635.3%55100.0%321.0-1331649.5%12/12L 111-109357740124125.0%6233.3%10330.0%000.0%162.0-53835.0%12/8L 121-1163712311214125.0%6466.7%10550.0%2150.0%121.0-231155.1%12/7L 119-1093724441054250.0%66100.0%10880.0%7685.7%130.8-552591.7%12/5W 126-1243112751415240.0%6233.3%11436.4%4250.0%075.0+1331847.0%10/29L 124-106205300112150.0%11100.0%3266.7%000.0%030.0+70783.3%10/27L 125-1033112210223133.3%44100.0%7571.4%2150.0%200.5-245876.1%10/25W 105-10329811122300.0%6466.7%9444.4%000.0%100.5-41544.4%10/23W 123-11132242020300.0%3133.3%6116.7%000.0%130.0+53216.7%
Regular Season Totals 32.410.33.93.30.51.91.83.61.130.6%5.02.753.0%8.63.843.6%2.01.782.5%1.12.81.9-203.314.754.1%
Herbert Jones Player Profile
Career History
Herbert Jones Latest News
Out indefinitely with labrum tear
Jones (shoulder) was diagnosed Friday with a torn labrum, which will keep him out indefinitely. Injuries have ripped through the Pelicans all season, and now they've lost one of their best defensive players, with Jones being diagnosed with a posterior labrum tear in his right shoulder. There's no timetable for his return, which is devastating for New Orleans. Brandon Boston and Javonte Green could see a boost in minutes due to Jones being on the mend, though the team just got Zion Williamson (hamstring) back and Brandon Ingram (ankle) could return to action soon as well.
Won't play against Philadelphia
Jones (shoulder) is listed as out for Friday's game versus the 76ers. Jones will miss Friday's contest after suffering a right shoulder sprain against Portland on Wednesday. Brandon Boston and Javonte Green are candidates to receive increased playing time in his absence. Jones' next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Boston.
Won't return Wednesday
Jones (shoulder) has been ruled out for the remainder of Wednesday's game against the Trail Blazers. He finishes with zero points (0-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt), an assist and two steals across 18 minutes. Jones suffered an unspecified right shoulder injury -- the same shoulder that he strained earlier this season -- Wednesday and won't return. Considering the Pelicans are trailing by 22 points with one quarter to play, it's possible they're playing it safe with Jones. However, his injury history warrants additional attention ahead of the Pelicans' matchup with Philadelphia on Friday.
Heads to locker room
Jones exited Wednesday's game against the Trail Blazers with an apparent right shoulder injury, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports. Jones missed 18 consecutive games earlier this season with a right shoulder strain, and it appears as though that same shoulder is bothering him Wednesday. The 26-year-old's absence should leave more minutes for Brandon Boston and Javonte Green.
Totals four defensive counters
Jones logged 11 points (4-8 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, one assist, two blocks and two steals across 38 minutes during Sunday's 110-98 victory over the Wizards. Herbert made his usual impact as a three-and-D presence from New Orleans' first unit, hitting one three and collecting four defensive stoppers Sunday. Through his last 10 contests, the 26-year-old forward is now averaging 11.3 points, 4.1 rebounds, 4.1 assists, 2.1 steals and 1.2 threes. Jones should continue absorbing additional playmaking responsibilities until Zion Williamson (hamstring) and Brandon Ingram (ankle) finally get back on the court for the Pelicans, but the extra usage might be hurting his efficiency, as Jones is shooting just 31.6 percent from downtown during this period.
Solid all-around performance
Jones had 18 points (6-10 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, five assists and two steals in 33 minutes during Monday's 116-113 loss to the Clippers. Jones has had rough outings over the last few games, especially in terms of scoring. However, he played well against the Clippers, missing only four shots on his way to 18 points, which could be a sign he's turning things around.
Stuffs stat sheet but shoots poorly
Jones closed Thursday's 128-111 loss to the Rockets with 10 points (5-13 FG, 0-2 3Pt), six rebounds and seven assists across 31 minutes. Jones had a strong showing when it comes to peripheral stats with his six boards and seven dimes, but the fact that he ended with more field-goal attempts than points scored isn't the best recipe for success. The four-year veteran has scored in double digits in six of his last nine appearances since returning from an extended absence due to a shoulder injury. Jones should remain valuable in most formats, and particularly category-based ones, if he continues to mix up solid scoring performances with strong contributions in secondary categories, such as rebounds, assists and steals.
Busy at both ends of court Sunday
Jones closed Sunday's 119-104 loss to the Pacers with 19 points (6-17 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 5-5 FT), five rebounds, three assists and four steals over 38 minutes. The 17 shot attempts were a season high for Jones, while the four steals tied his season best. The fourth-year forward has looked good since returning from a shoulder injury that cost him more than a month of action, averaging 14.8 points, 5.2 boards, 3.4 assists, 2.2 steals and 1.6 threes over the last five games.
Scores 24 points in loss
Jones supplied 24 points (8-10 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 6-7 FT), four rebounds, four assists and one block in 37 minutes during Saturday's 119-109 loss to the Thunder. Jones embraced a bigger role on offense following the exit of Brandon Ingram (ankle), and he responded by delivering his best scoring mark of the campaign. The absence of players such as Ingram and Zion Williamson (hamstring) could translate to a bigger role on offense for Jones, and the uptick in usage should bolster his fantasy upside -- as long as he remains healthy and available. He missed 18 straight games between Oct. 30 and Dec. 2 due to a right shoulder strain.