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Pelicans Trade AJ Johnson, Taj Gibson to Grizzlies
8 Sep
Summary
- Pelicans acquired AJ Johnson and Taj Gibson from Grizzlies.
- Jordan Hawkins and future picks were sent to Memphis.
- Trade likely cleared space for Bennedict Mathurin's signing.
The New Orleans Pelicans have made a significant roster move, acquiring AJ Johnson and Taj Gibson from the Memphis Grizzlies. This exchange also involved sending Jordan Hawkins, Micah Peavy, a future second-round pick, and a second-round pick swap to Memphis.
This trade is understood to be primarily motivated by the Pelicans' need to create salary cap flexibility. The move likely clears the path to officially sign Bennedict Mathurin, a key objective for the team this offseason.
AJ Johnson, a 23rd overall pick in the 2024 draft, has had a transient start to his NBA career. He has already been traded once this offseason by the Mavericks to the Grizzlies. Fantasy basketball managers should temper expectations for Johnson's performance in the upcoming season.
