Pelicans waive Zylan Cheatham and Jared Harper, sign James Banks and Malcolm Hill

The two players will likely play the season with the Birmingham Squadron, the Pelicans-affiliated G League team

The New Orleans Pelicans announced today that the team has waived forward Zylan Cheatham and guard Jared Harper. Additionally, the team has signed center James Banks and guard Malcolm Hill.

Banks spent his rookie season in Israel with Hapoel Be’er Sheva, where he produced 5.1 points, 4.8 rebounds and 1.8 blocks in 20 minutes per game.

Hill last year averaged 10.0 points, 4.6 rebounds and 1.4 assists per game for Hapoel Jerusalem.

Pelicans announce roster moves: https://t.co/EYnPLg7udR

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