Shumate Finds Summer Job - American Press

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Shumate finds summer job - American Press

For the second straight summer, a McNeese State player will take his shot at the NBA. Former Cowboy forward Christian Shumate, a fan favorite for the past four seasons in the Legacy Center, has signed to play for the New Orleans Pelicans in summer league action. Shumate follows in the sneakers of guard Shahada Wells, who played for the Houston Rockets last summer before heading to Europe in the fall to play professionally. The Pelicans named Shu…

New Orleans Pelicans coach praises 'fast' rookie who has stood out ahead of Summer League

The New Orleans Pelicans drafted two very talented players in the 2025 NBA Draft. Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen were picked seventh and 13th overall respectively by the New Orleans Pelicans. Fears played for Oklahoma in college, while Queen represented Maryland, with both having a lot of impact on their teams. The Pelicans have a talented roster and this will make it difficult for these two rookies to find time on the court, but they will be up…