Magic trade Paolo Banchero to Pelicans for Murphy, Jones and picks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 2:21 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
The Orlando Magic have traded Paolo Banchero to the New Orleans Pelicans, marking a new phase for the franchise. In return, the Magic receive Trey Murphy III, Herb Jones, and two future first-round draft picks. Banchero, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft, averaged 22.2 points, 8.4 rebounds and 5.2 assists last season. This trade follows the arrival of new head coach Sean Sweeney, with Orlando aiming to strengthen its roster after recent playoff exits. The Magic hope the addition of Murphy's scoring and Jones' defensive skills will benefit their young core moving forward.
- •Magic trade Banchero after four seasons with the team.
- •Pelicans acquire Banchero as a core player for their future.
- •Orlando receives established wings, Murphy and Jones, plus draft picks.
- •Banchero's regular-season performance included a career-best in rebounds.
- •Trade follows Magic's offseason focus on playoff success.
- 2:21 PMYahoo Sports — Magic Trade Paolo Banchero to Pelicans in 2-Player, 2-Pick Blockbuster
"The Orlando Magic are entering a major new phase after several seasons of building around young talent. Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner and Jalen Suggs have been central to that development, while the team recently added Desmond Bane as part of its push to become a stronger Eastern Conference contender.Banchero, the No. 1 overall pick in […] The post Magic Trade Paolo Banchero to Pelicans in 2-Player, 2-Pick Blockbuster appeared first on HEAVY.
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