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21. Februar 2026
Not starting Saturday
McGowens is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the 76ers.
Analyse
McGowens started in Friday's loss to Milwaukee, putting up 10 points and two steals across 30 minutes. He'll revert to his regular bench role with the return of DeAndre Jordan, who hadn't played since Oct. 29, to the first unit. McGowens is averaging 7.1 points, 1.5 rebounds and 1.2 assists per game when playing off the bench this season.
21. Februar 2026
Starting Friday
McGowens is in the Pelicans' starting lineup against the Bucks on Friday.
Analyse
McGowens will make his 12th start of the season Friday due to the absence of Trey Murphy (shoulder). As a starter this season, McGowens has averaged 9.3 points, 2.7 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.0 threes and 0.8 steals over 27.3 minutes per game.
20. Februar 2026
Earns three-year deal
The Pelicans signed McGowens to a three-year contract Friday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.
Analyse
McGowens was previously on a two-way contract. He's fared well across 32 regular-season appearances, averaging 7.9 points, 1.9 rebounds and 1.5 assists in 19.9 minutes per contest. He's likely to play a larger role with Trey Murphy (back) still sidelined.
