NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - The New Orleans Pelicans are making a major roster move, sending veteran guard CJ McCollum, forward Kelly Olynyk, and a future second-round pick to the Washington Wizards in exchange for guard Jordan Poole, forward Saddiq Bey, and the No. 40 overall pick in this year’s NBA Draft, according to NBA Insider Shams Charania.
The New Orleans Pelicans are trading CJ McCollum, Kelly Olynyk and a future second-round pick to the Washington Wizards for Jordan Poole, Saddiq Bey and the No. 40 pick, sources tell ESPN.
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) June 24, 2025
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McCollum, 32, joined the Pelicans in 2022 in a trade from the Portland Trail Blazers. He quickly became a core piece alongside Brandon Ingram and Zion Williamson but has struggled with injuries and consistency in recent seasons.
Olynyk, a veteran big man, was acquired in February in a trade for Brandon Ingram.
In return, the Pelicans receive Jordan Poole, a high-scoring but streaky guard who won a championship with the Golden State Warriors before being traded to Washington. Saddiq Bey, formerly of the Atlanta Hawks, adds size and shooting depth. The No. 40 pick gives New Orleans another shot at young talent in the 2025 draft.
The Pelicans also hold the No. 7 and No. 23 picks.
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