The New Orleans Pelicans found a way to tie the series against the Phoenix Suns. Between their spectacular defense and tenacity, this team has challenged Phoenix throughout the first round of the playoffs so far. After the game, Jose Alvarado gave his jersey away to Jamie Foxx, where the star actor sent a heartwarming message to the rookie guard.

New Orleans shared the clip of Alvarado gifting a signed, game-worn jersey to Jamie Foxx. Afterward, Foxx recorded a video thanking Jose Alvarado and revealed how the two know each other. In his heartfelt message to the Pelicans' rookie, Foxx thanks Alvarado for his efforts on the court and enjoys seeing him prosper in the 2022 NBA Playoffs.

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It's a cool moment for Jose Alvarado. He's clearly put in the work necessary to make the NBA and is making the most of it so far. The rookie guard bottled up Chris Paul in the second half of Game 4, helping the Pelicans even up the series. This matchup has become incredibly close since Devin Booker's injury and the Suns might be hitting the panic button leading into Game 5. We'll see how it plays out, but New Orleans feels confident about the next contest.

Keep an eye on Jose Alvarado. He's playing an important role for the Pelicans right now, as his defense has shown through in this matchup. The Suns struggled quite a bit on Sunday night and it's not going to become easier. Look for this series to get interesting, as New Orleans aims to upset Phoenix in the first round of the NBA Playoffs.