The New Orleans Pelicans kicked off their 2025 offseason with a bang, trading away CJ McCollum, Kelly Olynyk, and a future second-round pick to the Wizards for Jordan Poole, Saddiq Bey, and the 40th pick (Micah Peavy). While some looked at this move as a head-scratcher, I didn't. I love the three additions the Pelicans made in this move and felt it was a great way to kick-start the summer.
Although I love what all these new additions bring to a hungry Pelicans team, the reason I love this deal so much is that New Orleans let go of McCollum at the perfect time.