Pelicans trade Jordan Hawkins to Grizzlies in 4-player deal

The New Orleans Pelicans sent guard Jordan Hawkins, forward Micah Peavy, a future second‑round draft pick and a future second‑round pick swap to Memphis in exchange for guard AJ Johnson and forward Taj Gibson. The deal moves four players and draft considerations between the two clubs.

Memphis, currently 25‑57 and sitting at #13 in the Western Conference with a power‑ranking of #25, is on an eight‑game losing streak and has gone 1‑9 in its last ten contests, posting a net rating of –5.9. Hawkins, a guard who averaged 5.1 points, 1.7 rebounds and 0.8 assists over 51 games, adds modest scoring depth to a roster that is struggling. In return, the Pelicans acquire Johnson and Gibson, both experienced forwards who can provide immediate help as the team looks to improve its standing.