Herbert Jones
Herbert Jones (basketball) (born 1998), American basketball player
Herbert Jones may refer to:
- Draft Year
- 2021
- College
- University of Alabama
- Jersey Number
- 5
- Team Affiliation
- New Orleans Pelicans
Lore & Background
Military: Herbert M. Jones (1898–1990), U.S. Army general; Herbert C. Jones (1918–1941), U.S. Navy officer in Pearl Harbor; Medal of Honor recipient; USS Herbert C. Jones, an Edsall-class destroyer escort; H. Jones (1940–1982), British Army officer in Falklands War; VC recipient. Religion: Herbert Jones (bishop) (1861–1920), English clergyman, bishop of Lewes and archdeacon of Chichester; Herbert Gresford Jones (1870–1958), Anglican bishop, bishop of Warrington; Herbert Jones (priest) (1887–1969), dean of Manchester. Sports: Herbert Richard Jones (1885-1950), English footballers turned manager and President of Real Betis; Herbert Jones (footballer, born 1896) (1896–1973), Blackburn Rovers and England footballer; Herb Jones (footballer) (1915–1992), Australian rules footballer; Herbert Jones (footballer, born 1929) (1929–2020), Welsh footballer who played for Wrexham; Herbert Jones (jockey) (1880–1951), English jockey whose horse killed the women's suffrage campaigner Emily Davison; Herbert Jones (racing driver) (1904–1926), American racing driver; Herbert Jones (basketball) (born 1998), American basketball player. Other: Herbert C. Jones (politician) (1880–1970), California politician; Herbert Ladd Jones (1858–1921), Canadian politician; Herbert W. Jones (1927–2002), American physicist; Herbie Jones (1926–2001), American jazz trumpeter and arranger. See also: Bert Jones (disambiguation).
In Their Own Story
The arena lights hummed overhead as the clock ticked down in the fourth quarter. Herbert Jones stood ready at the top of the key, eyes locked on the ball handler. He didn't need to score; he needed to stop the flow. As the drive came, Jones slid laterally with instinctive grace, cutting off the lane without fouling. The pass was forced, the turnover secured, and the Pelicans crowd roared for the warrior in number five.
Reader's Guide
The source article does not mention any NBA All-Defensive Team selections for Herbert Jones (basketball).
Did You Know?
- Herbert Jones (basketball) was born in 1998.
- Herbert C. Jones (1918–1941) was a U.S. Navy officer at Pearl Harbor and Medal of Honor recipient.
- Herbert Jones (jockey) (1880–1951) rode the horse that killed Emily Davison.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Herbert Jones?
Herbert Jones is an active forward for the New Orleans Pelicans wearing jersey number 5, selected in the second round of the 2021 NBA Draft out of the University of Alabama. He has rapidly evolved from a late pick into one of the league's most respected perimeter defenders.
What is Herbert Jones's primary role on the team?
Jones serves as the Pelicans' defensive anchor, tasked with locking down opposing wings and disrupting offensive flow through relentless intensity. While his main focus is defense, he also contributes reliable energy and versatility off the ball during games.
How did Herbert Jones rise to become a starter so quickly?
Despite being drafted in the second round of 2021, Jones immediately distinguished himself with tenacious play that earned him an essential starting spot on the wing. His rapid ascent is credited to his ability to instantly elevate the team's defensive identity.
Why is Herbert Jones considered important to New Orleans basketball?
He embodies the defensive standard that has become synonymous with the franchise in recent years, acting as a cornerstone of their perimeter protection strategy. Without his lockdown capabilities, the Pelicans would lack a key component of their modern competitive identity.
What are Herbert Jones's most notable strengths?
Jones is widely recognized for his tenacity and versatility, allowing him to guard multiple positions with high-level effectiveness. His ability to consistently disrupt opposing offenses makes him one of the premier perimeter defenders in the NBA today.
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