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New Orleans Pelicans TARGET Top 10 NBA Draft Trade in Latest Rumors | Who Are They TARGETING?
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- Jun 11, 2026
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Summary
New Orleans Pelicans eye a top-10 NBA Draft pick, but does this risky strategy threaten their playoff hopes? Rumors swirl as the front office targets a specific prospect, with names like Trey Murphy III and Herb Jones in trade speculation. Jake Madison dissects why trading future first-round picks could backfire amid a stacked Western Conference, warning that rookies rarely deliver instant wins. Key topics include the challenge of balancing win-now ambitions with youth development, Troy Weaver’s draft preferences, and possible trade partners such as the Golden State Warriors, Dallas Mavericks, and Milwaukee Bucks. Madison questions whether the Pelicans’ approach signals impatience or a master plan—and if the franchise risks becoming the next Chicago Bulls, caught between timelines and diminishing player value. Can New Orleans secure the right talent without compromising its future? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-pelicans/ Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/nba #NewOrleansPelicans #ZionWilliamson #NBA #pelicans Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Ignite your taste buds with the flavor of the summer. Get a Firework Freeze 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today. For more information, visit https://FiveHourEnergy.com. Wayfair Patio season is here and these deals won’t last! Head to https://wayfair.com right now to get your o…