Clips related to Herb Jones trade as the Pelicans continue
The NBA trade deadline it’s Thursday, February 5, and the buzz around the league is getting louder. With New Orleans Pelicans involved in numerous rumorsthe latest speculation seems to have Detroit Pistons regarding a possible trade for Herb Jones.
The Pistons are said to be considering a move Poor Ivey before the trade deadlineaccording to NBA insider Brett Siegel on the “Clutch Scoops” podcast. Siegel claims Detroit could offer Ivey to the Pelicans in exchange for the 27-year-old forward.
“The Pistons are believed to be open to moving Jaden Ivey this offseason,” Siegel said. “(Ivy) will be a free agent in the offseason, I believe it’s restricted free agency, and if there’s a big move to present, the Pistons would be open to moving Ivy. Well, Herb Jones would be a statement… It’s a move that wouldn’t break the bank. They could give up a draft pick or two and still be in a good core position.”
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Jones isn’t really a scorer, but the rest of the upside he brings to the table is unmatched. The fifth-year pro is a tough defender who could be a great addition to a young Pistons team. As Siegel points out, Herb Jones would likely fit in with Cade Cunningham, Ron Holland and Aussar Thompson, while veterans Tobias Harris and Carys LeVert would retain their roles.
The The Pelicans star played in 23 games so far this season after recovering from a season-ending torn labrum in his right shoulder in the 2024-25 campaign. Heading into New Orleans on Friday against the Memphis Grizzlies, Jones is averaging 9.5 points, 3.7 rebounds and 1.7 steals per game while shooting 39.4% from the floor and 33.3% from the three-point line.
2026-01-22 22:04:00
