The New Orleans Pelicans need to start selling off pieces of this roster for future assets. Ryan Anderson and Eric Gordon, shooting threats on expiring contracts, are the most logical pieces to move first. Teams challenging for the playoffs are those buying as the trade deadline approaches while those who are looking to the future are the sellers. More shooting is a hot commodity for teams bound for the playoffs looking to raise their potential ceiling.
Pelican fans are hoping for first round picks, so let's talk about possible trade partners. There are far fewer than you might think.