2023-08-01 08:06:11
With a rather calm Free Agency despite rumors throughout the offseason, New Orleans is still light at pivot and a reinforcement would be welcome.
The Pelicans’ offseason was loaded with rumors, whether around Zion Williamsonwhich might be available in a trade or the desire to trade-up to add Scoot Henderson this group. In the facts, NOLA experienced a very calm summer: the franchise was extended Herb Jonesan essential cog in the squad, mainly in defence, for a very fine deal of $54 million over 4 years. Apart from that, she let go Jaxson Hayes, Willy Hernangomez et Josh Richardsonwith the only Cody Zeller to add this team.
Suffice to say that at the Pelicans we will quickly have a problem inside, especially since Jonas Valančiūnas enters the last year of his contract. Aware of this weakness, the Front Office looking for a player add this sector. Among the options, The Athletic reports that Jarrett Allen et Isaiah Stewart are on the shelves. Complicated files to manage, the first being an essential element of the Cavs, with him also an excellent deal in favor of the franchise, Cleveland will ask for a huge consideration to let go of its pivot, most certainly one of the many young talents on the wing, ideal in the modern NBA. Regarding the Pistons player, the latter was extended this summer and the franchise is counting on him in the near future.
Beyond the question of who will be the center of New Orleans, much will depend on the presence of Zion Williamson. If he responds physically present, NOLA will be very dangerous in a Western conference which will still be very competitive next year.
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