THE The New Orleans Pelicans They had a solid offseason overall, but they didn’t end up making the big trade everyone was expecting.
Many thought that Brandon Ingram was going to be traded. So far, that move has not happened.
While he has yet to be traded, the Pelicans would likely be open to a trade for him if it came up. This has led many analysts and reporters to speculate on potential moves the team could make.
Bleacher Report is the latest to suggest a major trade that would include New Orleans and Ingram.
In their trade proposal they have the Pelicans, Utah JazzAnd Brooklyn Nets are coming together in a major three-team deal. Here’s what the trade would look like:
New Orleans Pelicans receive: Cameron Johnson, Walker Kessler, $13.5 million trade exception (Ingram)
Utah Jazz receives: Brandon Ingram, Day’Ron Sharpe
Brooklyn Nets receive: John Collins, Brice Sensabaugh, 2025 first-round pick (higher than The Cleveland Cavaliers Or Minnesota Timberwolves (by Jazz)
This is clearly a big change with a lot of moving parts. There’s a lot to unpack.
For New Orleans, acquiring Johnson and Kessler would provide quality depth. Kessler would immediately be considered the likely starting center. Johnson would likely start as well.
As for the Jazz, Ingram’s arrival could help them be competitive right now. Sharpe wouldn’t be a huge addition, but he could provide more depth.
Finally, the Nets could acquire a good first-line player in Collins that they could keep or trade. Sensabaugh is a 20-year-old prospect that they could develop into a player of the future. A first-round pick would give them a valuable asset.
It’s highly unlikely that this trade will happen, but it actually seems like it would make a lot of sense for all parties involved.
Leaving Ingram behind will be a tough decision if they decide to do so. He’s a bona fide star, a formidable goal scorer and he’s only 26.
Perhaps the Pelicans and Ingram have resolved their issues and could stay together long-term, but a trade still seems very possible.
Expect to hear rumors and speculation about the star forward and a potential trade to the Pelicans. Only time will tell if he gets traded or not. It would be a very interesting option if all three teams were interested.
