Pelicans Tell Rival Clubs Zion Williamson, Herb Jones and Trey Murphy III Are Off-Limits
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The New Orleans Pelicans have notified interested teams that forward Zion Williamson, guard/forward Herb Jones and wing Trey Murphy III will not be included in any trade negotiations, according to a Hoops Rumors report published in January 2026.
The message was delivered as front offices around the league gauge potential deals ahead of the upcoming trade deadline. By removing Williamson, Jones and Murphy from consideration, New Orleans is making clear that it intends to keep the trio as part of its core roster.
Hoops Rumors did not specify whether the Pelicans are willing to discuss other players.
Source: Hoops Rumors
