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Pelicans Trade McCollum and Olynyk for Wizards' Poole, Bey

6/25/2025

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In a bold move, the New Orleans Pelicans have traded CJ McCollum and Kelly Olynyk to the Washington Wizards in exchange for Jordan Poole, Saddiq Bey, and a future second-round pick. This strategic trade not only injects youthful energy into the Wizards but also brings seasoned veterans to guide the team’s growth.

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Story summary

In a bold move, the New Orleans Pelicans have traded CJ McCollum and Kelly Olynyk to the Washington Wizards in exchange for Jordan Poole, Saddiq Bey, and a future second-round pick. This strategic trade not only injects youthful energy into the Wizards but also brings seasoned veterans to guide the team’s growth.