After years of being passed over for the honor, Herb Jones earns his first NBA All-Defensive Team nod!
"Not On Herb" is a well-known catch phrase for Pelicans fans since Herb Jones' rookie season. It's been a testament to his relentless defensive efforts that the Pelicans Nation appreciates about Jones. Today, it resonates throughout the NBA as the New Orleans Pelicans forward, after a season of hard work and dedication, has finally been honored with a spot on the prestigious 2023-24 KIA NBA All-Defensive First Team.
Apr 16, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James shoots against New Orleans Pelicans forward Herbert Jones during the second half of a play-in game of the 2024 NBA playoffs at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports / Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports
The 2023-24 NBA All-Defensive Second Team players were Alex Caruso , Jalen Suggs , Derrick White , Jaden McDaniels , and Jrue Holiday.
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