The New Orleans Pelicans have been mentioned in many NBA trade rumors since the offseason. Recently, names like Lonzo Ball and JJ Redick have been the focus. In this deal, Ball could find yet another new home and this time it will be with a contending team. The Boston Celtics could have interest if a deal is made.

The Pelicans are currently 11-13 in the Western Conference. They are being led by Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram. In the offseason, the Pelicans made it clear that they were building around their young stars. Jrue Holiday was sent to the Milwaukee Bucks. Veterans like JJ Redick and Eric Bledsoe could be on the move come the NBA trade deadline.

Lonzo Ball is the most intriguing name that has surfaced in recent NBA trade rumors because of his age and potential in the league. Boston is a franchise that knows how to develop players and they could look to do it once again here.

The Celtics have a record of 12-11 this season. This is slightly behind pace of what they expected coming in. Boston has championship aspirations this season and that could lead the front office to a trade to get them to that next level. Jayson Tatum is scoring 26.8 points per game while Jaylen Brown is right behind him with 26.7.

Outside of their dynamic duo, there are just two other players averaging double-figure points per contest. The Celtics could look to improve their depth in any way. They had a need for help in the frontcourt in the offseason but their sights could have changed as the regular season is beginning to play out.

Lonzo Ball going to Boston would land him in another big market on a team that is looking to compete for a title. Here is what it might take to get this deal done.