When Anthony Davis demanded a trade, it was reasonable to suspect the New Orleans Pelicans would look to grant his wish. However, there was the added factor of the six-time All-Star remaining under contract at least through next season.
The Pelicans reportedly rejected an offer from the New York Knicks that was centered around Kristaps Porzingis, who then was dealt to the Dallas Mavericks, and they aren’t believed to have given much thought to proposals presented by the Los Angeles Lakers.
That’s despite the Lakers increasing their offer to include multiple first-round draft picks, their entire young core, and a willingness to take back Solomon Hill so as to provide the Pelicans with salary relief.