Pelicans Land Heat’s Jimmy Butler In Bold Trade Scenario

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Why The New Orleans Pelicans Do The Deal 

Some may suggest that the fit here is perfect. Don’t Butler and Brandon Ingram overlap positionally? 

We’re not concerned. Ingram can play the 2. If anything, the Pelicans should only benefit from the extra size they’d be putting on the floor. 

After all, this team has room for improvement on the defensive end of the floor.  That’s their main reason for doing this deal. Butler is one of the best two-way players in the NBA. 

He’s also a grizzled veteran leader who brings intangibles that this team could use.

NBA NEWS & TRADE RUMORS: Jimmy Butler, Miami Heat & New Orleans Pelicans Updates

All told, acquiring Butler ought to launch the Pelicans into contention in 2023-24. 

Should the Heat really part with him? 

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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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