The New Orleans Pelicans traded Jordan Hawkins, Micah Peavy, a second-round pick, and a second-round pick swap to the Memphis Grizzlies for Taj Gibson and A.J. Johnson, allowing them to create the necessary cap space to sign Bennedict Mathurin. Hawkins has struggled throughout his career, averaging just over 13 minutes per game in his third season. The Grizzlies benefit by acquiring draft capital, while the Pelicans may waive Gibson and evaluate Johnson’s roster potential before his contract option deadline.
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