The New Orleans Pelicans, after a slow start this season, stormed into the NBA playoffs, taking two games from the top-seeded Phoenix Suns. The Pelicans were a first-round exit, but there is reason for optimism in New Orleans.
The Pelicans went this entire season without star Zion Williamson. Adding Williamson to an already-playoff level team could make the team a legitimate title contender.
Shooting guard CJ McCollum, providing elite guard-play and a veteran presence, has been a huge boost for the team. Alongside Brandon Ingram, CJ led the team to a 9-6 record in the regular season games in which both played.
Still, any roster could use improvement. Every team has needs to fill. As the offseason begins, the Pelicans will no doubt look to solidify their roster around their promising trio of stars.
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With a relatively weak free agency class, teams like New Orleans will need to turn to the trade market to upgrade their rosters. With plenty of draft capital, New Orleans has the assets to make a deal, should the right player become available.
Let’s take a look at three dream off-season trade targets for the New Orleans Pelicans.
