Miami Heat Receive: C Jonas Valanciunas, G Devonte’ Graham, 2023 First-Round Pick (LAL via NOP), 2024 First-Round Pick (MIL via NOP), 2025 First-Round Pick (NOP)
New Orleans Pelicans Receive: F/C Bam Adebayo
On the other hand, the present and future don’t have to be mutually exclusive. Sometimes, you get a high-paying job that also offers future opportunities.
Just look at the New Orleans Pelicans. No, they aren’t world-beaters at 6-6. Still, they’ve looked competitive throughout 2022-23 so far. Most significantly, neither of their two most important players is over 25 yet.
Realistically, this organization is just relieved to see Zion Williamson on a basketball court again. After two injury-riddled seasons, his return has been a breath of fresh air. It helps that he’s also playing quality basketball.
For that matter, so is Brandon Ingram. At 25, he still has room to improve as well. Just as significantly, the Pelicans own the Lakers’ upcoming pick in the NBA draft.
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At 2-10, the Lakers are tied for having the worst record in the NBA. The future is bright in New Orleans with how well the Davis trade played out.
How much brighter does the addition of Adebayo make their present?
