Spurs Win
New Orleans acquired Josh Richardson from San Antonio Spurs for Devonte' Graham; 2024 second round pick (more favorable of Bulls, Pelicans picks) (#41-Adem Bona); 2026 second round pick (less favorable of Blazers, Pelicans picks) (outcome unresolved); 2028 second round pick (outcome unresolved); 2029 second round pick (outcome unresolved).
New Orleans Pelicans Received
- Player Josh Richardson
San Antonio Spurs Received
- Player Devonte' Graham
- Draft Pick 2024 second round pick (more favorable of Bulls, Pelicans picks) (#41-Adem Bona)
- Draft Pick 2026 second round pick (less favorable of Blazers, Pelicans picks) (TBD)
- Draft Pick 2028 second round pick (TBD)
- Draft Pick 2029 second round pick (TBD)
Trade Analysis
New Orleans acquired a short Josh Richardson stint while sending San Antonio Devonte' Graham plus four second-round mechanisms spanning 2024 through 2029. The quantity and duration of the outgoing draft capital creates a clear opportunity-cost problem even though most of the picks are second-rounders. Richardson provided only limited Pelicans value before leaving, while San Antonio retained the more flexible asset package. Because several future selections are not fully resolved, confidence remains moderate despite the current directional assessment.