Pelicans Land 76ers’ Joel Embiid In Bold Trade Scenario

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Why The New Orleans Pelicans Do The Deal 

With this deal, the Pelicans are really going for it. 

Suddenly, this team would be in championship or bust mode. Here’s the deal – acquiring Embiid could help them win an NBA championship. 

His pairing with Zion Williamson is intriguing. Williamson is a dynamo on offense, but he has severe defensive limitations. By contrast, Embiid is one of the best rim protectors in the NBA. 

Neither is an elite floor spacer – this pairing may not be perfect. At the same time, each is a capable floor spacer. The Pelicans would maintain five-out spacing following this deal.

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More broadly, they’d just be more talented. In fact, this is the type of upgrade that would send shockwaves across the NBA.  

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James Piercey

James Piercey

When it comes to exploring the endless possibilities of NBA trades, there's no one quite like James Piercey. With a keen eye for player dynamics, salary cap intricacies, and a knack for discovering uncharted trade territory, James has risen to prominence as the preeminent expert in the realm of hypothetical NBA trades. James is also known for his work covering the Houston Rockets for SB Nation's The Dream Shake — a blog that gives a daily, comprehensive look at the team. He has written for various outlets, including FanSided and Last Word on Sports, among others.

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