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Perfect from field Hayes logged 13 points (6-6 FG, 1-3 FT), five rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 29 minutes during Tuesday's 121-109 loss to the Grizzlies.

Impact Hayes was perfect from the field en route to his second consecutive double-digit scoring performance. The third-year big man played his most minutes (29) as a reserve this season, but Jonas Valanciunas and Willy Hernangomez were also just as productive in fewer minutes. Across eight games (three starts) in February, Hayes has averaged 12.3 points, 5.3 rebounds and 1.1 assists in 26.1 minutes.

FEBRUARY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jaxson Hayes on Brandon Ingram, team's 36 assists ' Pelicans-Raptors Postgame Interview 2/14/22

FEBRUARY 15, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Ineffective in 20 minutes Hayes closed with four points (2-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and one rebound across 20 minutes during Saturday's 124-114 loss to San Antonio.

Impact Hayes had a nice run as a fill-in starter earlier in the month, but he's combined for just eight points, two rebounds and no defensive stats over his last two games (37 total minutes). With the Pelicans apparently shifting toward pushing for a playoff spot, Hayes' opportunities could be somewhat limited going forward. The 2019 lottery pick still has some appeal long term, but it's a bit concerning that he's more than two-and-a-half years into his career and the Pelicans are yet to view him as a starting-caliber option.

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Strong performances continue Hayes ended with 14 points (4-9 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 6-6 FT), seven rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal over 36 minutes during Tuesday's 110-97 victory over the Rockets.

Impact Earlier in the season, it seemed like the Pelicans weren't going to feature Hayes much at all, but he's found his stride lately and has even been playing next to Jonas Valanciunas. That said, Hayes will presumably shift back to the bench once CJ McCollum (recently traded) is available, so fantasy managers should be wary regarding Hayes' upside.

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ingram scores 26, surging Pelicans top Rockets 110-97

Brandon Ingram scored 26 points and the New Orleans Pelicans defeated the Houston Rockets 110-97 on to extend their winning streak to four games

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Starting Tuesday Hayes will start Tuesday's game against the Rockets.

Impact With Josh Hart (traded) gone, Hayes will get the nod until CJ McCollum is ready to debut. In Hayes' previous three starts this season, he's averaged 15.7 points, 8.3 rebounds, 1.7 blocks and 1.0 assists in 30.0 minutes.

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pelicans acquire McCollum in 7-player trade with Blazers

The New Orleans Pelicans have acquired guard CJ McCollum from the Portland Trail Blazers as part of a seven-player trade

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Puts up 21 points off bench Hayes notched 21 points (8-10 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-6 FT), seven rebounds, two blocks and two steals in 28 minutes during Sunday's 120-107 win over the Rockets.

Impact Hayes was coming off three straight starts, and while he shifted back to the bench, he continued to produce. He's now scored at least 19 points in three of his last four contests and is going through his best stretch of the campaign. The third-year big man has also scored in double digits in six of his last eight games while logging 23.8 minutes per tilt in that span.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jaxson Hayes on back-to-back 20pt games ' Pelicans-Rockets Postgame

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Ingram has 33 to lead Pelicans to 120-107 win over Rockets

Brandon Ingram scored 33 points and tied a career high with 12 assists as the New Orleans Pelicans used a big third quarter to take control of the game and get a 120-107 win over t...

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Shifting back to bench Hayes will return to the bench for Sunday's game against Houston, Erin Summers of Bally Sports New Orleans reports.

Impact After starting the last three games, Hayes will head back to the bench as the Pelicans have both Josh Hart (knee) and Brandon Ingram back healthy. Hayes showed plenty of encouraging flashes during that three-game run, which he capped off with 22 points, 11 rebounds, one block and one steal Friday night in Denver. If the Pelicans fall out of playoff contention and turn to more of a youth-oriented rotation, the 2019 lottery pick will be a name to monitor closely.

FEBRUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Perfect night Friday Hayes finished with 22 points (9-9 FG, 4-4 FT), 11 rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal across 33 minutes during Friday's 113-105 win over Denver.

Impact Hayes remained in the starting lineup Friday, walking away with his best performance of the season. He was perfect from both the floor and the stripe, something that is obviously not sustainable moving forward. However, what might be sustainable is his current playing time. Over the past three games, he is averaging 30 minutes per night, enough to warrant taking a flier on him in standard leagues.

FEBRUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jaxson Hayes on his 22-11 night, confidence at the 4 ' Pelicans-Nuggets Postgame Interview 2/4/22

FEBRUARY 5, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Jones' big 4th quarter carries Pelicans over Nuggets 113-105

Herbert Jones scored 18 of his 25 points in the fourth quarter, Brandon Ingram had 23 points and 12 assists, and the New Orleans Pelicans sent the Denver Nuggets to their third str...

FEBRUARY 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Pelicans making Jaxson Hayes, Nickeil Alexander-Walker quite available Scotto: Rival executives also believe Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Jaxson Hayes are both available for the right upgrade as well. According...

FEBRUARY 2, 2022 • HOOPSHYPE.COM

Excellent in start Hayes contributed 19 points (9-10 FG, 1-2 3Pt), seven rebounds and three blocks over 31 minutes during Monday's 93-90 loss to Cleveland.

Impact Starting his first game of the season, Hayes was an efficient, two-way force, leading Pelicans starters with a plus-two in the box score. While it's unlikely that the starting combo of Hayes and Valanciunas is used often, a bump in Hayes' playing time is realistic as New Orleans falls deeper out of the playoff picture.

FEBRUARY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jaxson Hayes on playing the 4, defense on Mobley ' Pelicans-Cavaliers Postgame Interview 1/31/22

FEBRUARY 1, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Goodwin's 21 help Cavs beat Pelicans 93-90 without Garland

Reserve guard Brandon Goodwin matched a career-high with 21 points, Jarrett Allen added 16 and the Cleveland Cavaliers shook off an ugly road loss by rallying to beat the New Orlea...

FEBRUARY 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Starting alongside Valanciunas Hayes will start Monday's game against the Cavs, Pelicans studio host Daniel Sallerson reports.

Impact In the midst of a three-game losing streak, the Pelicans will mix things up and go with both Hayes and Jonas Valanciunas in the frontcourt for the first time this season to combat the Cavs' duo of Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen. It'll mark Hayes' first start of the season. Over his last nine games, he's averaged 10.2 points, 3.2 rebounds and 0.7 blocks in 17.3 minutes.

JANUARY 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jose Alvarado's steals, Herb Jones' offense and Jaxson Hayes playing quick: Emptying my Pelicans notebook The youthful exuberance of this group has made it fun to watch, even through the ups and downs.

JANUARY 28, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

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Toronto faces New Orleans, looks for 6th straight road win

Adebayo, Heat beat Pelicans 112-97 in McCollum's NOLA debut

Pelicans play the Heat on 4-game win streak

Ingram scores 26, surging Pelicans top Rockets 110-97

Pelicans acquire McCollum in 7-player trade with Blazers

Ingram has 33 to lead Pelicans to 120-107 win over Rockets

Jones' big 4th quarter carries Pelicans over Nuggets 113-105

Goodwin's 21 help Cavs beat Pelicans 93-90 without Garland