In this new trade idea, the Utah Jazz make a run at an All-Star player from the New Orleans Pelicans. While Utah isn't seen as a contender in the Western Conference this season, this move would be more for the future of the team. Using the Spotrac trade machine and abiding by the CBA rules, here is what a deal between the two sides could look like:
As a potential record-breaking winter storm was bearing down on New Orleans, the Pelicans stormed back to beat the Jazz.
CJ McCollum scored six of his 45 points in overtime and the New Orleans Pelicans orchestrated the largest comeback in franchise history, overcoming a 25-point deficit to beat Utah Jazz 123-119.
However, New Orleans found a rhythm early, led by CJ McCollum, who knocked down five 3-pointers in the first quarter alone. Utah has been vulnerable defensively on the perimeter this season, allowing opponents to take 40.7 percent of their overall shot attempts from deep, tied for the third-highest frequency in the league.
CJ McCollum scored six of his 45 points in overtime and the host New Orleans Pelicans set a franchise record by overcoming a 25-point deficit in defeating the Utah Jazz 123-119 Monday night.
Only one more quarter stands between the Pelicans and the victory they were favored to collect coming into this evening. It's still anybody's game after three quarters, but they are currently ahead of the Jazz 105-103.
The New Orleans Pelicans made franchise history in Monday night's win over the Utah Jazz behind an incredible performance from C.J. McCollum.
The New Orleans Pelicans and Charlotte Hornets battle Saturday evening at the Spectrum Center. Both teams lost on Friday night and look to return to the win col
The Pelicans erased a 25-point first half deficit and rallied for a stunning xxx-xxx overtime victory over the Utah Jazz at Smoothie King Center. It was the largest comeback in franchise history, eclipsing the 2021 victory over the Boston Celtics when the Pelicans roared back after being down by 24.
The New Orleans Pelicans relied on their veteran guards in a franchise-record-setting game against the Utah Jazz.