Kevin Durant led Phoenix Suns' underwhelming performances have ignited trade rumors, with insiders pointing to the possibility of a high-profile player being moved to the New Orleans Pelicans. Notably, the Suns have lost five out of six of their previous games, with only one win coming against the Philadelphia 76ers. After their 115-104 defeat against the Charlotte Hornets, speculations have emerged that one of their star players can soon be traded with the Pelicans.
While the Pelicans have been enduring their own struggles, holding a 7-30 record, their plans to remain competitive in the future make this trade intriguing.
What NBA Pundits had to say on the trade
On Tuesday, Athlon Sports’ Nathaniel Holloway stated that the Pelicans are looking to trade away their 6 ft 8 in small forward Brandon Ingram and bring in the Suns' three-time NBA All-Star Bradley Beal.
“Surprisingly, the Pelicans land second on the list of favorites by Bovada despite them possibly beginning a rebuild. They are looking to trade away Ingram, and possibly other parts of their roster, but adding Beal’s larger contract while rebuilding does not make much sense for the Pelicans unless they keep their core around.”
The Pelicans recently welcomed back Zion Williamson, signaling their intent to contend in the upcoming seasons. Adding a seasoned player like the Suns’ rumored star could complement Williamson’s return and elevate the Pelicans in the competitive Western Conference.
Although the rumored trade destination raises eyebrows, the potential move could redefine both franchises. However, the player in question would need to waive their no-trade clause to facilitate the deal. This transaction could serve as a turning point, not only for the Pelicans but also for the Suns, who are desperately seeking to revitalize their season.
With all that being said, this Kevin Durant's 31-year-old teammate currently holds the resume of a player with an average of 17.8 points and 3.2 assists, along with an impressive 56.0% effective field goal percentage. Should Beal agree to join the Florida-based team, he can turn out to be a big deal in the future for the Pelicans. Until then, sit back and relax and witness the drama unfold.