Pelicans Target Robinson as Center Priority

The Pelicans are circling Mitchell Robinson as their top center target this offseason, despite financial hurdles and a crowded free agent market. With trade options slim and veteran players like Trey Murphy commanding steep prices, New Orleans is leaning on free agency — and Robinson, fresh off a championship, could be the game-changing piece they need. Though injury concerns linger, his rebounding, rim protection, and offensive versatility make him invaluable. The Knicks’ cap constraints may create an opening, and while New Orleans can’t match top offers, a modest 12M offer plus creative trades (like sending Bey or Hawkins) could unlock the deal. Robinson isn’t perfect, but with few elite centers available, he’s the most logical — and urgent — priority for a Pelicans roster in need of physicality and depth. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/256027e2f0449da8