NBA Rumors: A new team enters the bidding for Jaylen Brown
The New Orleans Pelicans have been the latest to join the battle to secure the services of one of the biggest superstars in the league.
Rumors of a possible departure of Jaylen Brown continue to gain strength in the NBA. In most scenarios outlined in recent weeks, the forward's name has been linked to the Boston Celtics' attempt to acquire Giannis Antetokounmpo from the Milwaukee Bucks, usually within deals that would involve a third franchise willing to take on the arrival of the Finals MVP of 2024.
Furthermore, recently there has been talk of Boston possibly having to move Brown, regardless of whether they end up securing Giannis or not. It is suggested that some of the Celtics' fan base seems to be accepting that possibility already.
New Orleans enters the scene
The latest information now links the Celtics with the New Orleans Pelicans through a direct deal between the two franchises.
According to Kevin O'Connor of Yahoo Sports, one of the possible scenarios would involve Jaylen Brown moving to New Orleans while Boston would receive Trey Murphy III, Herb Jones, and other additional pieces.
O'Connor particularly finds Murphy and Jones' fit in Coach Joe Mazzulla's system alongside Jayson Tatum intriguing.
"The package from New Orleans with Trey Murphy, Herb Jones, and other pieces seems really interesting for what they could do in Mazzulla's system alongside Jayson Tatum. I think they are players that help win and have just been stuck on a losing team," he stated.
A second proposal adds more pieces to the trade
The possibility of a deal between both franchises doesn't end there. Bill Simmons proposed a broader version of the deal that would also involve the Denver Nuggets as a third participant.
In that scenario, Boston would still receive Trey Murphy III and Herb Jones but would also add Cam Johnson. Additionally, Yves Missi would arrive, along with a first-round pick from Denver and an exchange of future picks.
On their end, Denver would get Sam Hauser as part of the deal.
Murphy continues to grow in New Orleans
Trey Murphy III, 26, had another standout season with the Pelicans and was highly sought after during the trade deadline, although the franchise showed no intention of trading him at that time.
The forward ended the season averaging 21.5 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game, figures very similar to the previous season.
Furthermore, he managed to regain his efficiency from the three-point line, once again raising his percentage to around 38%.
Herb Jones brings elite defense
Herb Jones, 27, also appeared in various rumors during the trade deadline.
The player is considered a specialist in the "3-and-D" profile, thanks to his defensive ability to match up with almost any opponent on the court.
However, his offensive contribution from beyond the arc has decreased over the last two seasons, as his three-point shooting percentage has fallen below 31%.
The Pelicans seek to change course
The New Orleans franchise comes at a time that calls for significant changes.
The team has had seasons of 26 and 21 wins, a situation that suggests significant roster modifications might be necessary.
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