Jake Fischer gives Pelicans trade update fans have to hear

Fansided | January 14, 2026

It doesn't sound like New Orleans has any interest in trading Herb Jones, Trey Murphy, or Zion Williamson.

Dec 4, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III (25) brings the ball up court against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images | Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

There's been some buzz around the New Orleans Pelicans ahead of next month's NBA trade deadline. But NBA Insider Jake Fischer recently spoke on the rumors and confirmed that fans should not expect to see the Pels trading away any of their big names.