One day after the 2024 NBA Draft concluded, two teams pulled off a major trade. 

The Pelicans acquired Dejounte Murray in a blockbuster swap with the Pelicans, according to multiple reports. 

<a href="https://x.com/wojespn/status/1806822140978639024">Per ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski</a>, New Orleans is sending two first-round picks (2025 and 2027) along with Larry Nance Jr.

The Athletic’s Shams Charania reported Dyson Daniels is heading to the Hawks in the trade as well. 

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<figcaption>Dejounte Murray is going to the Pelicans. <span class="credit">USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Con</span></figcaption>

Murray, an All-Star during the 2021-22 season, averaged a career-high 22.5 points this past season. 

The 27-year-old’s $114 million contract runs through the 2027-28 season, when he has a player option.

One day after the 2024 NBA Draft concluded, two teams pulled off a major trade.{ai:summary}<p>Dejounte Murray traded to the Pelicans in a major NBA swap involving first-round picks and players. Murray, an All-Star, brings a high-scoring presence to New Orleans. #sports</p>

Pelicans acquire Dejounte Murray in blockbuster trade with Hawks

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