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The Oklahoma City Thunder don't seem particularly inclined toward trading Chet Holmgren despite the struggles he had against Victor Wembanyama during the Western Conference Finals.
Derik Queen came into the NBA with plenty of expectations placed upon him by virtue of the way the New Orleans Pelicans acquired his draft rights. They gave up the 23rd overall pick of the 2025 NBA Draft (Asa Newell) and an unprotected 2026 first-round pick (the eighth overall selection in this year’s draft) to […] The post Pelicans’ Derik Queen gets major words of encouragement from Stephen A. Smith appeared first on ClutchPoints .
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Multiple reports, including a Jake Fischer one on his Bleacher Report stream last night, have connected the Celtics with the New Orleans Pelicans, who joined the Rockets, Hawks and Trail Blazers as potential Jaylen Brown suitors this offseason. Boston could have interest in Trey Murphy III, who turns 26 later this month. Mixed messages also continue to emerge regarding the [...] The post Pelicans an Intriguing Trade Partner for Celtics this Offseason appeared first on CLNS Media .
The Pelicans‘ G League affiliate, the Laketown Squadron, has named Thomas Scott as its new general manager, the team announced (via Twitter). Scott has held a variety of positions in professional basketball over the years, per the statement, working in player development, basketball operations, coaching, and talent evaluation. He was most recently director of basketball […]
Fresh off a career year, Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown has been rumored as a trade candidate this offseason. The New Orleans Pelicans, Atlanta Hawks, Portland Trail Blazers, and Houston Rockets all have reported interest in trading for the Cal product, who just finished fourth in the NBA in scoring (28.7 points per game). Whispers […] The post Celtics’ Jaylen Brown’s $5 million penthouse on market as trade rumors swirl appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Jose Alvarado certainly struck gold this past trade deadline. From playing for the moribund New Orleans Pelicans, Alvarado saw himself get traded to a contending New York Knicks team that has now not just made it to the NBA Finals, but is now also three wins away from winning a title after earning a 105-95 […] The post Knicks’ Jose Alvarado gets support from ex-Pelicans teammate in NBA Finals appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The NBA’s trade market is bracing for the annual seismic shift, and the New Orleans Pelicans are positioned to take advantage of a unique landscape. With the Boston Celtics eyeing Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks preparing for a rebuild under new coach Taylor Jenkins, a three‑team deal could reshape the league’s balance of power, […] The post How Pelicans can build superteam with Zion Williamson, Jaylen Brown pairing appeared first on ClutchPoints .
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The Pelicans can make a compelling run at acquiring Jaylen Brown. Here are the trade packages that could bring the Celtics to the table.
Jaylen Brown’s future with the Celtics remains safe, for now. But with Giannis Antetokounmpo out in the market and reportedly showing interest in the Boston side, no one’s untouchable. Amid this speculation, the New Orleans Pelicans may have emerged out of nowhere to benefit from the blockbuster fallout. Yes, the Celtics might ship JB, despite […] The post Pelicans Ready to Include Celtics’ Target as Jaylen Brown Trade Rumors Intensify, Say Insiders appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown is eligible for a contract extension this offseason, and with it have come rumors, no matter how accurate or not, that the Celtics could look into a potential trade. But with a list of potential trade suitors for Brown continuing to grow, the New Orleans Pelicans are a team with […] The post NBA rumors: Pelicans added to list of Jaylen Brown suitors appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The New Orleans Pelicans were one of the worst teams last year, and they don’t own a first-round pick for this draft. They traded away last year’s first-round pick to move a few spots up and select Derik Queen. Queen has shown incredible potential, but has also shown weaknesses that led to him not touching […] The post New Orleans Pelicans 2026 NBA Draft Preview appeared first on The Lead .
The Pelicans have been “mentioned by various league executives” as one of the teams with interest in Celtics wing Jaylen Brown, NBA insider Jake Fischer said in his latest live stream for Bleacher Report (video link). Fischer’s colleague Marc Stein previously named Atlanta, Houston, and Portland as teams to watch for Brown, though as Fischer […]
The Jaylen Brown trade rumors keep comin’ and they don’t stop comin’. After weeks of speculation about whether the Celtics could explore a major roster shakeup this offseason, the New Orleans Pelicans have reportedly emerged as one of the teams with interest in Brown. “The Pelicans have been mentioned by various league executives with Jaylen […]
NEW ORLEANS — The New Orleans Pelicans are preparing for a seismic summer. According to a new report from NBA insider Jake L. Fischer, the Pelicans have officially emerged as a team deeply interested in acquiring Boston Celtics superstar and Finals MVP Jaylen Brown. Coming off a season of mixed results, New Orleans’ front office […]
As the 2026 offseason heats up, expect the Los Angeles Lakers to be among the most active franchises in the trade market. With LeBron James’ future uncertain and the need for interior dominance clear, one intriguing proposal has gained traction. The idea is the Lakers acquiring New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson in a direct […] The post Lakers Pair $197 Million High-Flyer With Luka Doncic in Mega Trade Scenario appeared first on HEAVY .
Trade speculation surrounding Trey Murphy III has been firmly dismissed, casting doubt on the Lakers' chances of landing the Pelicans wing. The post Lakers Dealt Major Blow in Pursuit of Star 3-and-D Wing appeared first on HEAVY .
Let’s get right to the point before the NBA Finals tip off. The new-look, refocused New Orleans Pelicans have spent much of the past year insisting both publicly and privately that they are not interested in tearing down the roster. Joe Dumars has constantly pushed back on Zion Williamson trade speculation and also repeatedly stressed […] The post What I’m hearing about a Pelicans Trey Murphy III trade after Bill Simmons tries to speak it into existence appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Pelicans forward Zion Williamson gets to the rim more than almost anybody -- the exact quality Brad Stevens seemed to want more of during his press conference last month.
The modern NBA landscape rewards adaptability, seamless communication, and a ruthless commitment to defensive structural integrity. As the New Orleans Pelicans solidify their operational hierarchy under the leadership of Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations Joe Dumars, the organization’s decision to tap Jamahl Mosley as their next head coach signals a calculated, high-stakes shift toward […]
The Boston Celtics have reached a crossroads. Just two years removed from hanging banner No. 18, the franchise is now facing difficult questions. Recent speculation from Bill Simmons linking the New Orleans Pelicans’ Trey Murphy III to potential trade discussions has only intensified those conversations. Sure, Murphy remains one of the Pelicans’ most valuable young […] The post Celtics’ best Trey Murphy III trade offer to Pelicans after Bill Simmons teases possibility appeared first on Clutc...
The NBA offseason is often shaped by painful postseason lessons. Few teams learned harsher truths in 2026 than the Cleveland Cavaliers and New Orleans Pelicans. For Cleveland, a humiliating Eastern Conference Finals sweep at the hands of the New York Knicks exposed the limitations of its two-big alignment. For New Orleans, another disappointing finish highlighted […] The post Pelicans’ perfect Jarrett Allen trade offer to Cavs after latest playoff disappointment appeared first on ClutchPoint...
Trey Murphy has emerged as the latest NBA talent to be linked with trade interest from the Boston Celtics. The New Orleans Pelicans forward has been operating at a borderline All-Star level for the past few seasons. It’s fair to believe that moving to a contending-level roster could take his game to the next level. […] The post Proposed 2-For-1 Trade Sees Boston Celtics Add Trey Murphy appeared first on HEAVY .
The Thunder are in the Celtics' way on the court, and following their Game 7 exit, OKC could battle Boston for Pelicans star Trey Murphy III this offseason.