Pelicans move on from Zion Williamson allowing Derik queen to develop whilst trading back into this years draft. The pelicans add another scorer at the 4 to replace Zion and add a raw prospect. They also add much needed shooting off the bench with Kennard shooting 43% from three. The pelicans also dodge the luxury tax and gain draft capital.

Hornets add Zion Williamson giving them a dynamic lineup when fully healthy. Surrounding Zion with shooters like Miller and Lamelo will benefit his game and feed into the hornets fast paced style of game. Pick and rolls with Lamelo and Zion will be unstoppable. This move makes the hornets a contender in the east.

Hawks trade away Kennard but gain back some wing depth with Jordan Hawkins who still has time to develop his game. Also adding another athletic big who can play spot minutes and provide depth of the bench. They also add some draft capital