On April 25, Beijing time, the first round of the playoffs G4, the Pelicans defeated the Suns 118-103, and the two sides drew 2-2. In this game, Pelicans player Ingram played well, shooting 11 of 23, 1 of 5 from three-point range, 7 of 10 from the free throw line, and recorded a game-high 30 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists, plus or minus +18.
The Pelicans won at home, and in addition to the Song of Warblers playing well, center Valanciunas and rookie Herbert Jones also had wonderful performances. In particular, youngster Herbert Jones, who played in the playoffs for the first time, had no fear of facing a strong team like the Suns. His performance on both offensive and defensive ends is impressive.
In this campaign, Herbert Jones played 35 minutes and 04 seconds, shooting 3 of 7 and 7 of 8 from the free throw line, contributing 13 points, 2 rebounds and 3 assists, plus 2 steals and 3 blocks. It is worth mentioning that Jones has three blocks for three-point blocks, and he has also become the only player in the NBA to give 3 three-point blocks in a single game in the past two seasons.
Herbert Jones played best, appearing in the fourth quarter of the game. With 6:23 left in the final quarter, Herbert Jones snatched the Suns' sideline ball straight to the basket, and Paul returned with his right arm hitting Jones on the head. In the end, Paul was whistled for a malicious foul and the Pelicans got two free throws and one possession. It was Herbert Jones' offense that gave the Pelicans direct momentum in the fourth quarter and managed to win the game at home.
Commenting on Herbert Jones' brilliant performance, former NBA player and now NBA commentator Perkins wrote, "Herbert Jones will one day become Dopy Defensive Player of the Year. ”
In fact, Herbert Jones has been good enough on the defensive end this season. In the regular season, he averaged 1.7 steals per game, ranking 3rd in the league. Many experts believe that Herbert Jones should at least be selected as the best defensive second team, and may even enter the first team. You know, Herbert Jones is just the No. 35 show of 2021. His future is worth watching.