The Phoenix Suns are officially eliminated from the postseason and now the front office can begin looking at options — beginning with Deandre Ayton. Many believe he could be traded this NBA offseason via a sign-and-trade, but could he end up with the New Orleans Pelicans?
Phoenix was unable to get a deal done with its big man last offseason. Mikal Bridges signed a contract extension, while Chris Paul was also given a new four-year deal. The Suns showed interest in keeping the core together, but Ayton was unable to put the pen to the paper.
Ayton has turned into one of the most intriguing storylines entering the offseason. He has completely taken his game to another level with Chris Paul at the top of the offense.
If Ayton is truly on the block, the Pelicans could remain aggressive and look to add a big for years to come.
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New Orleans made a deal to acquire CJ McCollum at the trade deadline. They got hot in the second half of the season and finished as the eighth seed in the Western Conference. It was a surprising finish to the season, especially with Zion Williamson sidelined with an injury.
The New Orleans Pelicans remain one of the top up-and-coming teams in the league. If Ayton is acquired, there is a true core to build around moving forward.
Let’s take a look at a potential deal that they could make to land the big man in New Orleans this offseason.
