Bryce Dejean-Jones isn't expected to play in Thursday's game against the Thunder due to a contract dispute

Dejean-Jones isn't expected to play in Thursday's game against the Thunder due to a contract dispute, Scott Kushner of the New Orleans Advocate reports.

Analysis:

Dejean-Jones' second 10-day contract with the Pelicans expired following Wednesday's 100-96 win over the Jazz, during which the rookie put up nine points (3-5 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT). While he's since taken hold of the starting role at shooting guard while Tyreke Evans (knee) has been sidelined, Dejean-Jones is only averaging 6.3 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.1 assists, and 0.8 steals over 19.9 minutes in 11 appearances, production that might make the Pelicans reluctant to sign the 23-year-old to the two- or three-year deal he appears to be seeking, according to Kushner. The Pelicans will continue to negotiate with Dejean-Jones and his agent over the break to see if an agreement on a new deal can be reached.