When to see King Cake Baby at Pelicans' games this season

The big picture: The seasonal NBA mascot is known for his delightfully creepy-cute antics, but just like the event that harkens his arrival, he's only around once a year.

• A Pelicans spokesperson tells Axios New Orleans he debuted on Kings Day when the Lakers handed the team a 111-103 loss.

What we're watching: He'll make additional appearances at each home game until Jan. 30, when fans can expect a king cake-themed giveaway as the Pels take on the Memphis Grizzlies, the team rep says.