Boston Celtics Receive: G CJ McCollum, 2024 First-Round Pick (LAL via NOP), 2025 First-Round Pick (NOP), 2027 First-Round Pick (MIL via NOP)
New Orleans Pelicans Receive: G/F Jaylen Brown
Meanwhile, some decisions have a ripple effect that we can’t see for years.
Look at how many lines intersect in this deal alone. It encapsulates a large amount of recent NBA history all in one deal. Let’s dig a little deeper into that.
The Lakers traded some of this draft capital to the New Orleans Pelicans in exchange for Anthony Davis. They won a championship for their troubles. On the other hand, some would argue that Davis’ injury history and poor shooting are contributing factors to why these picks are so valuable now.
By contrast, the Celtics seemingly wanted to trade for Davis – they just didn’t have an offer.
NBA NEWS & TRADE NEWS RUMORS Jaylen Brown, New Orleans Pelicans & Boston Celtics Updates
It’s been alleged that Brown was on the table, and now, it’s been suggested that Brown could leave the Celtics because he’s tired of being included in trade offers.
Could the Pelicans offer him a more stable home?