1 Dream, 1 Nightmare, 1 Realistic Pelicans Brandon Ingram trade after the draft

Realistic Brandon Ingram trade

David Griffin and the Pelicans front office should be searching for the right franchise to make this deal. They need a team willing to trade an All-Star who better fits around Zion Williamson. Whether New Orleans targets a point guard or a center, the Pels should be focused on fit and talent acquisition in this trade.

The most realistic option is working out a trade with the Hawks. They want to split up their star guard and have Clint Capela on the trade block. New Orleans could get their lead ball-handler and big man in one trade with Atlanta.

The Pelicans would need Dejounte Murray to play like he did in San Antonio. He was an elite perimeter defender and playmaker with Spurs. Murray will get buckets, but what else does he offer in the Big Easy?

This deal solves problems for both franchises, but neither side wants to give up a first-round draft pick. Ultimately, it is the Pelicans who give the inch to make the trade happen.

The New Orleans Pelicans have Brandon Ingram on the trade block, and the All-Star forward will likely be traded this offseason. Where does he end up? What can the Pelicans get in return? Those are the biggest questions to answer, so stay tuned.