Jordan Hawkins-AJ Johnson Trade Breakdown and Salary Cap Analysis

The Pelicans are trading Jordan Hawkins, Micah Peavy, a second-round pick, and a second-round pick swap for AJ Johnson and Taj Gibson. I break down the cap mechanics of the deal, what motivated each team to do it, and why none of the players involved may make the opening night roster.Stretch deadline article: https://www.thirdapron.com/p/2026-stretch-deadline-fitting-jonathanYou can follow Yossi on:Twitter: https://twitter.com/YossiGozlanBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/yossigozlan.bsky.socialSalary cap sheets: www.capsheets.comYou can follow Sam on:Twitter: https://twitter.com/SamQuinnCBS Third Apron is available on all podcast providers. Please subscribe, rate, and share if you enjoyed this: https://linktr.ee/yossigozlanYou can also access Yossi’s salary cap analysis on his Substack. Subscribe for $7 per month or $50 annually!: https://thirdapron.com