The New Orleans Pelicans’ forward Zion Williamson is set to get traded to the New York Knicks this offseason. The Pelicans had very high expectations from their 2019 draft pick, and he delivered when he was healthy. But it looks like the Pelicans do not want to wait for their youngster anymore, and his injuries might lead to his departure. Will we see the 23-year-old starting with some other team next season?
The Duke Blue Devils product played 29 games for the Pelicans last season and averaged 26 points, 4.6 assists, and 7 rebounds per game while shooting 36.8 percent from beyond the arc. The Pelicans would ask for a lot for their forward, and no matter how much they get, it is always going to be risky. Will the Knicks make their bet on the youngster? Here is all the information you need about the trade between the New Orleans Pelicans and the New York Knicks involving Zion Williamson.
What would the Knicks offer for Zion Williamson?
The Knicks are expected to offer Evan Fournier, Mitchell Robinson and a first-round pick each from the year 2026,2028 and 2029 in exchange for the Pelicans’ #1. The Knicks were interested in signing the player in 2019 as well. Will they get what they wanted four years back?
Pelicans forward Zion Williamson says his main goal this season is simply to win. https://t.co/u21p4G4pQ2 pic.twitter.com/EkrnqiVEKc
— AP Sports (@AP_Sports) October 3, 2023
Why would the Knicks like to sign Zion Williamson?
The Knicks have a talented roster already, and acquiring Williamson makes all the sense in the world. The only major drawback is that the player is injury-prone, and the Knicks would be making a huge bet here. They have Julius Randle as well with the same profile, but the Knicks would probably trade him off.
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— Boot Krewe Media (@BootKreweMedia) October 2, 2023
Why would the Pelicans trade-off Zion Williamson?
It’s not only a bet for the Knicks, it is one for the Pelicans as well. What if Williamson picks his form and maintains his health? It’ll be a blunder, even though they are getting two quality players and three draft picks in exchange. Otherwise, the Pelicans would thank themselves for taking a good return while they could.
Will the Pelicans really let their wonderkid go? How would the Knicks line up next season? We’ll keep you updated.
