The person requested anonymity because they were not authorized to speak publicly about the deal until it is officially announced.
This is a significant backcourt upgrade for the Pelicans, who went 49-33 last season and were swept in the first round of the Western Conference playoffs by Oklahoma City.
The Pelicans are focused on a core that includes All-Star Zion Williamson as team president David Griffin looks to solidify the roster.
Murray, an All-Star in 2022 and second-team All-Defense selection in 2017-18, averaged 22.5 points, 6.4 assists and 5.3 rebounds and shot 45.9% from the field and 36.3% on 3-pointers in 2023-24 for the Hawks, who drafted France’s Zaccharie Risacher Wednesday with the No. 1 overall pick in the draft.
Grading the Hawks-Pelicans trade
Pelicans: B+
The Pelicans struggled to finish games last season and were 0-24 when trailing headed into the fourth quarter. Murray should provide offensive stability and help defensively.
Hawks: B
Where are the Hawks going? Is a full-on rebuild possible? Is Trae Young still part of the Hawks’ long-term plans? Atlanta’s front office led by Landry Fields will answer those questions in time. Getting two first-round picks gives the Hawks options plus Daniels was the No. 8 pick in 2022. He provides defense with room for offensive growth as a scorer as the Hawks reshape the roster with length and reset the culture.
Get updates delivered to you daily. Free and customizable.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.
Comments / 0