Rockets Land Pelicans’ Zion Williamson In Bold NBA Trade Scenario

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Why The Houston Rockets Do The Deal

Of course they should. Nobody could deny that this is a risk for Houston. Is it one worth taking?

To answer that, we have to look at what Williamson has done when healthy. From that perspective, the Rockets could certainly justify this risk.

When healthy, Williamson is one of the best offensive players in the NBA. This is a player who can get to the paint whenever he wants to. Williamson’s combination of volume and efficiency in scoring is matched by very few players in the league.

Meanwhile, any of the selections the Rockets could make here come with their own risks. Why not take a chance on a player with an NBA track record?

NBA NEWS & TRADE RUMORS: Zion Williamson, Houston Rockets & New Orleans Pelicans Updates

If the Pelicans are looking to move on from Williamson, it should at least make the Rockets think.

Should the Pelicans look to move on from Williamson?

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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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