The New Orleans Pelicans seem to be at a crossroads with star players Zion Williamson. The former No. 1 overall pick has been plagued by injury and conditioning issues that have limited him to just 114 games in his first four seasons. With controversy raging off the court right now, the latest rumors suggest the Pelicans are poised to move forward.
New Orleans has a talented young player who was selected 14th overall in Thursday’s draft. They want a trade with Scoot Henderson and may be willing to offer Zion in that trade, but that may not be possible yet. The Pelicans could add a talented prospect, but would that mean the end of Williamson’s big easy era?
If the Pelicans intend to trade Zion, they should take offers from all 30 teams. It’s impossible to say what some franchises offer Williamson.Knicks had tons of draft money and they swung for Zion latest virtual deals.
New Orleans Pelicans trade Zion Williamson to New York in what-if deal
The Knicks don’t have a pick in this year’s draft, but they can offer all future first-round picks in a trade, along with four first-round picks from other teams. Analysts have been eyeing them as star chasers since last summer, but when will the Knicks prove their worth? They passed Donovan Mitchell, but may be ready to go all-in on Zion.
Pelicans get
Julius Randle
Immanuel Quickley
Multiple future first-round picks
Knicks get
Zion Williamson
It’s unclear how many first-round picks there will be. Jason Reed noted that although it has two floors, the cost in New York could be even higher if it decides to acquire Zion. Let’s call it three, just in case. Quickley is a talented guard, and if the Knicks move him, they’ll get at least one of them first. Julius Randle is also returning to New Orleans.
A huge harvest, but can both teams achieve it? Here’s a look at both trades before we grade the Pelicans.
