Q: Are the Pelicans just renting KD at this point? A: Not necessarily. Most teams cannot acquire KD without a sign and trade. This gives the Pelicans options and leverage.

Q: Is 3 FRPs overpaying for an aging KD? A: All the FRPs are restricted, so it is not overpaying.

Q: Why would the Suns take this deal? A: Because of the FRPs, and the expiring contacts that will get the Suns under the 2nd apron.

Q: Why is Dejounte Murray worth a FRP? A: The Wizards are sitting on a lot of picks. Even though the Pelicans were a bad fit for DM, the Wizards might not be.