Pelicans' Lance Stephenson: Makes Pelicans roster

Stephenson earned a spot on the Pelicans' 15-man roster, Marc Stein of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis:

The Pelicans officially announced the release of Alonzo Gee on Monday, meaning Stephenson will be a part of the Opening Night roster. Stephenson, will likely see his opportunities dwindle as the season progresses, but should be included in coach Alvin Gentry's rotation to begin the season with Jrue Holiday (personal) and Tyreke Evans (knee, calf) sidelined.