Pelicans Trade Assets for Mathurin | Memphis Grizzlies News

The Pelicans pull off a surprising trade, sending Jordan Hawkins, Micah Peavy, and a second-round pick to Memphis for AJ Johnson and Taj Gibson — all to make room for newly signed star Bennedict Mathurin. While Hawkins gets a fresh start with the rebuilding Grizzlies, the Pelicans’ move raises eyebrows: trading a young guard and a future draft asset for veteran depth and a player likely to battle for a roster spot. With plans to waive Gibson and uncertain long-term plans for Johnson, the deal feels like a necessary but costly step to clear space — and some fans aren’t happy about the price they paid. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://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/04ed0e87a99a7367