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Why The New Orleans Pelicans Do The Deal 

The Pelicans do this deal to make a title push. Plain and simple. 

After all, nobody could accuse them of underperforming. At 26-19, the Pelicans are on the cusp of contention. They should at least consider making a major move to get them over that cusp. 

Acquiring Anunoby could be the right move. He’s one of the best 3-and-D wings in the NBA. Anunoby isn’t just a lockdown point-of-attack defender. He also creates constant chaos in passing lanes as one of the best defensive playmakers in the league. 

Some may wonder where he fits into this starting lineup. In the age of positionless basketball, it’s a moot point.

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The Pelicans would probably just bump Brandon Ingram down to the 2 and run one of the longest lineups in the NBA. 

What would the Raptors do following this deal? 

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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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