Nuggets get: Lonzo Ball, JJ Redick
Pelicans get: Malik Beasley, Monte Morris, Mason Plumlee, 2022 Nuggets 1st

This is the most ambitious trade of the lot. Whether it’s Denver or not, it wouldn’t be surprising to see him moved before the trade deadline.

But it also wouldn’t be surprising for Denver, a contender with assets to spare, to make the move for him. In this scenario, though, they could potentially go bigger in order to save money long-term. Malik Beasley is a player due for a big contract extension and the Nuggets have already tied up lots of money long-term.

Instead of extending him, they could look to deal him to a team more willing to pay him. He would be a perfect fit in New Orleans and provide the Pelicans with two superb wing players along with Brandon Ingram, though both would be due for paydays.

But in attaching Redick and Ball together, the Pelicans can also get some more assets out of Denver. Monte Morris is a solid point guard who would provide balance to the team and the first round pick would be a sweetener on top.