Neither player generated mention in the 2021 offseason when analysts debated which NBA teams made the best summer additions, but second-round pick Herbert Jones and undrafted Jose Alvarado continue to open eyes with their contributions for New Orleans. The Pelicans came up shy in a Saturday rally from a 20-point deficit against Boston, but the pair of rookies kept New Orleans competitive after a poor start. The Celtics went up by 12 points after a period and 18 at halftime, but Alvarado tallied 14 points in the middle periods, generating much-needed offense for the hosts. He finished with a career-best 19 points.
Panzura postgame wrap: Celtics 107, Pelicans 97
