New Orleans Pelicans newcomer Saddiq Bey hasn’t played in a regular season NBA game since March 2024.

You wouldn’t have known that by watching the Pelicans’ newcomer in their second preseason game in Australia.

Bey knocked down three 3-pointers in the first quarter to jumpstart the Pelicans in their 127-92 preseason victory over South East Melbourne Phoenix on Sunday afternoon (late Saturday night central time).

The Pelicans went 2-0 in their two games in Australia. It was a historic trip as the Pels became the first NBA team to play in Australia.

They didn’t waste any time taking care of business.

The Pelicans knocked down seven 3-pointers in the first quarter and led 35-21.

Bey finished with a game-high 21 points to go with his six rebounds and three assists.

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