# SHAKEUP: Could the Pelicans LAND Jalen Duren by Trading Trey Murphy III? Trade Explored

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Podcast: [Locked On Pelicans - Daily Podcast On The New Orleans Pelicans](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-pelicans-daily-podcast-on-the-new-orleans-pelicans-635622)
Published: 2026-06-29T05:00:00+00:00
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New Orleans Pelicans face a franchise-defining crossroads as Trey Murphy III emerges in a trade rumor with Detroit Pistons All-NBA center Jalen Duren. Would acquiring Duren finally solve the Pelicans’ glaring center void—or is the luxury tax too high a price to pay? Jake Madison reveals the financial roadblocks, dissecting sign-and-trade scenarios, the NBA’s apron rules, and why Detroit’s pursuit of Murphy won’t lead to an easy deal. The episode also spotlights how mismanaged contracts like Jordan Poole and Dejounte Murray are stalling New Orleans’ flexibility, raising the risk of a costly panic trade. Drawing parallels to the Charlotte Hornets’ strategic pivot, Madison weighs the value of restructuring around Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen versus sticking with the current core. Can the Pelicans reset expectations and build a sustainable path forward, or will the pressure for immediate results lead to long-term setbacks? 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! FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money w…

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