Two free agent bigs to replace Anthony Davis’ production for Pelicans

Anthony Davis paired well with Jrue Holiday for the New Orleans Pelicans. Now, they need to find another complimentary big on a more affordable contract.

Anthony Davis is all but gone from the New Orleans Pelicans. The incoming trade haul will vary, but it can be expected that the Pelicans get a high draft pick and some serviceable players. Of course, the hope is the trade nets a young star on the rise, but the new front office cannot be passive in providing help for Jrue Holiday.

Julius Randle and Jahlil Okafor both showed signs of developmental progress this season, but neither impressed enough to trust them to fill the role Davis vacates this offseason. However, both can be serviceable…