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The Raptors ultimately used the pick, drafting forward Collin Murray-Boyles from South Carolina with Khaman Maluach, Cedric Coward and various center prospects available. New Orleans traded up to No. 13 overall to select Derik Queen, sending its unprotected 2026 Bucks pick to the Hawks for the selection. The Celtics stayed at No. 28 and took Hugo González before trading back from No. 32 in the second round. “I don’t think Boston ever really was so interested in that selection for one of those types of guys,” Fischer said. “Golden State definitely called for Derrick White too, but there’s just nothing that I know for Jaylen that got really close or for Derrick too.”
New Orleans Pelicans: Joe Dumars on Herb Jones: “Herb Jones exemplifies all the great qualities our team values with his toughness, competitiveness, and commitment to getting better every day. We could not be more excited to sign Herb to this contract extension and keep him in New Orleans for many years to come.”
Ian Begley: Pelicans associate head coach James Borrego, a Knicks target for a lead spot on Mike Brown’s staff, will be staying in New Orleans, per league sources familiar with the matter. Knicks interviewed Borrego for their head coaching position and had interest in adding him to Brown’s staff. But he is highly valued by NOP and is currently under contract with Pelicans. So he won’t be an option for Brown’s staff.
Fred Katz: Pelicans associate head coach James Borrego is staying in New Orleans, league source confirms to @TheAthletic . The Knicks interviewed Borrego for their head coach opening and were interested in bringing him in to be Mike Brown’s lead assistant. @IanBegley first to report the news
In many ways, Nance returning to Cleveland was quite possibly the league’s worst-kept secret. Even during his time in New Orleans, Atlanta and Portland — the places he went after a first Cleveland stint that lasted a little more than three years — Nance remained part of the Cavaliers’ family. He was involved in the team’s high-stakes fantasy football league. He kept strong relationships with various members of the organization, including Altman and general manager Mike Gansey. He proudly watched the All-Star-level growth of old teammate Darius Garland. He cheered on his brother, Pete. Spent summers here. Stayed embedded in the community.
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Pelicans Film Room: "I am not expecting a Herb Jones trade. One of the best contracts in the league, New Orleans knows that. As much as New Orleans has done some funky things, I don't think they're moving Herb Jones any time soon" -- @JakeLFischer on Herb Jones trade rumors
"I am not expecting a Herb Jones trade. One of the best contracts in the league, New Orleans knows that. As much as New Orleans has done some funky things, I don't think they're moving Herb Jones any time soon"
— Pelicans Film Room (@PelsFilmRoom) July 3, 2025
-- @JakeLFischer on Herb Jones trade rumors pic.twitter.com/pkepX633Tu
Mark Stein: League sources tell @JakeLFischer and me, as covered in the story below, that the Knicks have interest in hiring James Borrego as Mike Brown’s top assistant … but sources tell me New Orleans’ preference is that Borrego stays as Willie Green’s top assistant.
I've confirmed that the Pelicans hold an interest in Kuminga, but various team salary cap experts have pointed out to me that New Orleans has no easy route to take Kuminga on its books at his desired contract range.
Sources say Washington has continued to gauge the trade market on Marcus Smart and the recently acquired Kelly Olynyk, who became a Wizard as part of the recent deal with New Orleans headlined by Jordan Poole and CJ McCollum.
Bobby Marks: In a 24 hour span, Atlanta picks up: - Kristaps Porzingis - Asa Newell - The more favorable 2026 first of Milwaukee or New Orleans Expect the Hawks to be active with their $25.3M trade exception entering free agency. Big need to get backcourt depth.
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Herb Jones not expected to be traded during draft night
Shamit Dua: I don't know how these rumors start but there was no private Ace Bailey workout in New Orleans. And there's no shot Herb Jones is being moved tonight.
James Borrego expected to interview for Knicks head coach vacancy
James L Edwards III: The Knicks reached out to the Pelicans for permission to speak with assistant coach James Borrego for their head coach vacancy and New Orleans has granted permission, multiple league sources tell me and @WillGuillory . Borrego will be fourth known person to interview with NYK.
"Is there a player you’re hearing floated around—a name that’s surprised you—as we’re now 24 hours away from the draft? Chris Mannix: "New Orleans is very much open for business. Not particularly Zion, but they’re a team determined to shake things up. Could Herb Jones be available? That’s a small name, but I think that’s something interesting."
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