Bennedict Mathurin

Bennedict Mathurin says the Pelicans have him in a different role: he'll "play off the ball a little bit more and trying to be a little bit more active offensively." From New Orleans' media availability, asked if more three-point attempts are an emphasis: "Of course."

Bennedict Mathurin on the Pelicans' 18-0 third-quarter run in the Oct. 6 preseason opener: "everybody can get a bucket, but sometimes the defense is pretty much just packed. So we got to move the ball." On the second half: "it starts with defense, man."