As it turns out, L.A. Clippers center DeAndre Jordan isn't a big fan of birds.

The big man jokingly backhand smacked New Orleans Pelicans mascot “Pierre” before the teams took the court.

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Jordan was in no mood for hugs after the game either as the Clippers have lost four straight after a 102-98 loss to the Pelicans on Wednesday, despite pulling down a season-high 25 rebounds on the effort.