Jalen McDaniels is the older brother of Jaden McDaniels of the Minnesota Timberwolves but he hasn't been able to establish himself in the league similarly. The elder McDaniels was drafted by the Charlotte Hornets, before playing for the Sixers, Raptors, and the Wizards.

The New Orleans Pelicans are adding a small forward to their roster. The Pelicans have agreed to a deal with Jalen McDaniels, according to a report by ESPN insider Shams Charania.