Boston Celtics Receive: Lonzo Ball, Jaxson Hayes
New Orleans Pelicans Receive: Marcus Smart, 2021 2nd Round Pick (via OKC), 2023 2nd Round Pick (via HOU, DAL or MIA)
The Boston Celtics could send Marcus Smart to the New Orleans Pelicans to help improve their point guard position. He would join Ingram and Williamson as the top players on the team. New Orleans would also get second-round draft capital of this deal.
Boston would get back Lonzo Ball and Jaxson Hayes in this trade. They are two players who might benefit from a change of scenery and a stronger coaching staff. Neither Hayes or Ball has been able to take the next step in this league. The Celtics are a team that has a history of developing young players.
When you look at this deal side-by-side, there are positive aspects for each team. Let’s take a look at how this particular trait would benefit both the Boston Celtics and New Orleans Pelicans.
