Will Guillory: With his size, 3-point shooting, and athleticism, I think he can definitely get a big number. I think you want to be smart about what that means for the rest of the roster. I definitely don’t think he’s a max guy or anything like that, but over the $100 million mark, I think there is no question. Michael Scotto: I don’t think he takes an extension for $20 million … [Read more...] about Potential Trey Murphy extension could be worth over $100 million?
Naji Marshall expected to leave Pelicans in free agency
Will Guillory: I think Naji Marshall is going to be an interesting character going into the offseason. They’re pretty much sold that he’s leaving because they’ve got all these other financial situations going on. He’s going to try and get paid this summer after coming in as an undrafted free agent and former two-way guy. He really proved a lot this season as a defender and … [Read more...] about Naji Marshall expected to leave Pelicans in free agency
Jonas Valanciunas likely to leave Pelicans in free agency
Michael Scotto: There’s a sense Jonas Valanciunas won’t return as a Pelican this offseason in free agency, I’m told. Valanciunas essentially split center minutes with Larry Nance Jr. this season and was benched often to close games. When Zion is healthy and playing, Valanciunas occupies the paint and clogs driving lanes for Zion. While he’s still a double-double threat, he’s … [Read more...] about Jonas Valanciunas likely to leave Pelicans in free agency
NBA Execs: Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram considered most likely player to be traded
Michael Scotto: Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram is considered the most likely player to be traded by rival executives who spoke with HoopsHype. Those executives believe the fit with Ingram and Zion isn’t ideal on the court. With Ingram entering the final season of his contract at $36 million, he’s been a trade candidate before, but he’s a prime trade candidate now.Source: … [Read more...] about NBA Execs: Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram considered most likely player to be traded
Pelicans to target Jarrett Allen this summer?
Will Guillory: When you look around the league, that Cleveland situation is an interesting one, whether it’s Donovan Mitchell. I think Jarrett Allen is another guy the Pelicans would be interested in for their center position. I’m just not completely sold that there are a lot of great options out there where the Pelicans can trade Ingram and feel like they’re making an upgrade … [Read more...] about Pelicans to target Jarrett Allen this summer?