Pelicans waive Nowell days after Exhibit 10 signing

New Orleans has waived guard Markquis Nowell just days after signing him to an Exhibit 10 deal. Nowell is expected to join the Laketown Squadron for the coming G League season.

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RealGM · 20 Sept 2026Pelicans waive Nowell days after Exhibit 10 signing

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