Knicks Guard Alvarado Shares Heartwarming Moments with Former Pelicans Teammates

Alvarado embraced friends and former teammates before Knicks' win over Pelicans

Mar. 25, 2026 at 3:57am

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In his first game against the New Orleans Pelicans since being traded to the New York Knicks, guard Jose Alvarado shared heartwarming moments with his former teammates and coaches. Alvarado, a beloved member of the Pelicans locker room, was caught on camera embracing the team's commentary duo, exchanging encouraging words with Dejounte Murray, and goofing around with Trey Murphy III before the Knicks' 121-116 victory.

Why it matters

Alvarado was a fan favorite during his time with the Pelicans, known for his high-energy play and defensive intensity. Despite the trade, it's clear he maintained strong relationships with his former teammates and the Pelicans organization. This speaks to Alvarado's character and the positive impact he had during his tenure in New Orleans.

The details

Alvarado was traded from the Pelicans to the Knicks at the deadline nearly two months ago. Despite the change of scenery, Alvarado remained close with many of his former teammates and coaches. Before Tuesday's game, Alvarado was seen embracing the Pelicans' commentary duo of Joel Meyers and Antonio Daniels, exchanging words with Dejounte Murray, and joking around with Trey Murphy III.

  • The trade occurred nearly two months ago at the NBA trade deadline.
  • The Knicks defeated the Pelicans 121-116 on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.

The players

Jose Alvarado

A guard for the New York Knicks who was previously a beloved member of the New Orleans Pelicans locker room.

Dejounte Murray

A player for the New Orleans Pelicans who exchanged encouraging words with Alvarado before the game.

Trey Murphy III

A player for the New Orleans Pelicans who joked around with Alvarado before the game.

Joel Meyers

The Pelicans' television play-by-play commentator who Alvarado embraced before the game.

Antonio Daniels

The Pelicans' television color commentator who Alvarado embraced before the game.

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What’s next

The Knicks will look to lean on Alvarado's defensive intensity and energy as they make a playoff push, while the Pelicans will aim to move forward without their former fan favorite.

The takeaway

Alvarado's heartwarming interactions with his former Pelicans teammates and coaches demonstrate the positive impact he had in New Orleans and the lasting relationships he built during his time there. Despite the trade, Alvarado remains beloved by the Pelicans organization and fanbase.